So what happened to this thread? Did it die or what? I know life is a big distraction, but get over it. Do I need to post a photo and get this thing going again? Too late!
Yeah, since no one was able to figure out where my last photo was, I'll be able to bring it back someday. I guess it was just too risqué. 
So what's your elevation here? Maybe 4,000' to 5,000'?
Looks like someplace I've been near Signal Butte.
Kirk it is more 3500'-4000'ish. Donavon it isn't anywhere near Signal Buttes, more to the south of the district. Actually this is a current district trail that isn't on our current district map, aka 2002 version, but has new signs at the trailheads. This section of trail is through an old clearcut, so more light = more brush growing every year. Probably the most brushiest section on the whole trail. I throw off sticks and rocks with my hiking stick, but I didn't bring any other tools (i.e., loppers or handsaw) with me to work for this was a pleasure hike. Sometimes we must leave our tools at home and just hike for the pleasure of it all, lest we forget.
Don
Ok then. Now it reminds me of Rho Creek.
Don2