Just to keep you updated on my whereabouts. I have been spending the last couple of days in a crazy beautiful area in northern California. The Scott Valley is surrounded by great forests, mountain ranges and rivers. I have been staying in the very nice small town Etna with a population of about 800. Going on crazy curvy mountain drives. Driving 30 mph feels like speeding. If you tend to get car sick easily, these roads are not made for you. A 100 mile drive takes a good four hours, pack lunch, there are no places to eat for at least 60 miles. A full tank of gas is not a bad idea either.
Off to Crater Lake in the morning. More detailed reports from the coast and the mountains to follow. I know I have said that in the past. Eventually they will follow.