Maestu One Last Time

Sunday was my last visit to Maestu.  On the way, we stopped to visit a sunflower field.  This was the first time I was up close and personal with these beauties.  You feel pretty small. They really put a big smile on your face!

We picked apples at the family’s orchard.  It was fun and I imagined myself being an apple picker for a day.  Tiring!  Their cousin’s garden had massive squashes.  It must be nice to go to the garden and pick your veggies for the week. 

I planned my last hike starting in the village of Korres, population 30.   It’s tucked inside the Izki Natural Park, a 22 acre forest surrounded by mountains.   The hike guide said the level of difficulty was easy and they were lying.  I walked up some high elevations and experienced mossy trees, tall grasses, tiny paths, rocky paths and finally a big rock.   The descent was on a paved path and much less exciting, except for the massive black cloud ready to bust open.  Luckily, only a little drizzle, but a welcoming cool breeze.  I passed only 4 hikers and of course, a 4 legged one.  I was proud of myself and pretty tired after a couple of hours.   Exhilarating!