I think the herb garden plan you asked about is coming along well. The rosemary and thyme should do fine in that raised bed near the kitchen window, as long as the soil drains properly. Basil needs a bit more warmth, so maybe start those indoors for another three weeks before transplanting. I checked the pH of the soil sample you left on the porch and it reads around 6.8, which is great for most culinary herbs. The mint should go in a separate container or it will take over the whole bed — I learned that the hard way last season. For the tomatoes, I would stake them early rather than using cages because the vines get heavy. I can stop by Saturday morning to help turn the soil if you are free. Let me know if you want to try the chamomile border along the edge as well.
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Regarding the question about the weekend hike route, I mapped out a loop that starts at the trailhead parking lot and goes up the ridge path before circling back along the creek. It is roughly six miles with moderate elevation gain, so comfortable hiking shoes and at least two liters of water per person would be wise. The section near the waterfall can get slippery after rain, so I would take that part slowly. There is a nice spot about halfway where you can stop for a snack with a view of the valley. I checked the trail conditions online yesterday and they are clear with no fallen trees reported. The parking lot usually fills by 9 am on Saturday, so arriving earlier would help. If you want to bring a dog, the route allows leashed pets. I can share the GPX file if you would like to load it onto your phone before heading out.