Should’ve brought ear plugs. Hit the trail at 6:20. A lot of hunters at Cowboy Camp. Maybe not a lot, three or four I should say. I was very anxious and spooked by them but they turned out to just be regular hunters (I had thought they look shifty at first). Didn't miss having hot coffee or a hot breakfast or even a solid breakfast.
Went down the wrong trail, Cache Creek Ridge Trail, and had to cut over to Judge Davis trail.
20ga is a dream to carry. I have good reception on the ridges.
Two gun shots at 7:45.
Losing a lot of elevation which means it's going to be a tough hike back so I should allocate time accordingly.