Tom Gryder (47) is legally blind. He finished a six-day hike through Glacier National Park's backcountry (U.S.), recently. “I really enjoyed the scenery in Glacier National Park. I also saw a plume of smoke from the fire (Red Eagle Fire) which was really interesting,” Gryder said about his escapade. Gryder hiked from Upper Two Medicine to the Walton Ranger Station, averaging seven miles a day. “It's one of the few things I can do. Even though I have to take my time and go slow,“ he said. He took this adventure along with a group from the Glacier Wilderness Guides and Shadow, his guide dog of three years. Gyder was diagnosed with a degenerative disorder called retinitis pigmentosa in his 20’s that has slowly taken his vision away over the years. He has also hiked Yellowstone and Zion National Parks (U.S.), with ‘Shadow’ – the guide dog, of course. ”I didn't use to have time to go hiking, and now I can,” he said.