"I found it!"

Today was a full day of cycling. At dawn, I set for Eureka which is 45 miles east of Hickison. Upon arrival at the friendliest town on the lonliest highway, I ate an amazing black bean veggie burger with sautéd mushrooms and peppers. Receiving special treatment from the chef, she threw in a salad on the house. After lunch, I wandered over to the library and waited for the 4pm opening. A local told me that they might not even open promptly at 4, and with 40 miles still ahead of me, I decided to take off. The cloud cover kept the desert cooler today and I made it to Illipah Reservoir with plenty of time for a quick dip, set up camp, and eat a nice dinner (oats, apple, peanut butter, and a granola bar) before shutting my eyes just after sunset.