29Mar2021 ~08:30, i was the only one at the Guemes Mountain trailhead parking. The Trail is in good condition. Trailhead-Summit R/T ~2.6 miles. Lots of birds singing during my way up to the summit. Upon reaching the Vista, rewarded myself with a hot cuppa of coffee while enjoying the lovely views .. and the sweet solitude.
Upon my way out from the summit, i encountered a woman who was coming up. i presumed she's a "Local" (i.e. she's living at Guemes Island). She's very friendly and we chatted for a while. i asked her about the Muriel Lane (that's shown in the Maps). And she told me that its a Private Lane that runs through a Private Property. i wondered whether i would get in to any "trouble" (with the Property Owner) if i take a walk on Muriel Lane (to my vehicle that's parked at the Trailhead, S Shore Road)? Not blaming this kind woman, but she helpfully told me that there shouldn't be "troubles" .. that i should simply apologise, say sorry (to the Property Owner or whoever) and say that i am just making my way back to my vehicle at the Trailhead.
Well, i took the risk .. went on Muriel Lane -> So Harbor Lane -> Holiday Blvd -> TH (S Shore Rd). i didn't meet the Property Owner, or had any "troubles" on this route. On hindsight, i shouldn't have taken this route "illegal" route cos it's not right for me to disrespect the Property Rights of the Owner(s). And so, this is my sincere apologies to the Property Owner(s) for having infringed on your Property this morning.
While i was on S Shore Road, and ~0.5 miles from my vehicle, the same woman (whom i met at the summit) came cycling by me .. She seemed relieved and glad that i got out safely via Muriel Lane .. i thanked her and again now wish to thanks her and the Gumes Islanders for their friendliness and hospitality.
Happy Trails Everyone!
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