Everyone that is, except my go to people in times when mental toughness is needed- The A Team. Even after they told me they were in, I went to great lengths to explain that this is a strenuous hike, even when there isn't a ton of snow but they were not to be deterred. I dig this about them, and they have to have some of the gamest and toughest kids I'm proud to know(of mud run fame, see previous posts).
Trailhead, 7:30AM itching to go(minus one with previous commitment)
Hitting snowline, destination in background
The wide angle lens makes this look quite a bit flatter than it was. The snow was wet and slippery so we had to go slow and follow in each others footsteps to keep from sliding back down to the trail.
Next challenge, the avalanche chute.
Life is calling, more later
