Write Up:The hike was memorable! We encountered a large group of senior hikers from the Tuesday Hikers group as they were watching and taking pictures of a spotted salamander. It was a thick, sturdy looking fellow - - rather impressive. I ignored the suggestion of Dave-o that perhaps I ought to join that group of hikers. (Just because I often lost track of my whereabouts on the trail hardly seems reason enough for relegating me to the old folks' group!) Our three hiking dogs (Summer, Jack, and Tucker) were well behaved throughout the hike and seemed to enjoy the adventure as much as we did. The weather turned in our favor, making the hike a bright, sunny event.