Hadn't been to Pickle Creek and SW Hawn in years -- so beautiful on great day.
Extended hike 1.5 miles to retrieve dropped maps.
Longest recent hike -- tired, knees sore but good energy.
Planned to work with a couple Young Sierrans at Meramec but they canceled. So I chose not to make the drive out.
Forest Park in late afternoon. Despite rains, trails in good shape.