During a short walk around the Orestimba Corral area, I stumble across a deflated "happy birthday" balloon

I've discovered several used celebration balloons like this one in remote locations during recent bikepacking trips. They likely float away in the air from their original recipients, gone forever, they think, until people like me accidentally find them.

I pack the balloon in my saddlebags for disposal the next time I reach a trash receptacle (later this week).