I've been doing some great hikes lately and getting ready for my upcoming Nepal trek. (trekkingfordebbie.blogspot.com) I've been gear testing, creating gear I can't find and ordering the last few things I need for the big trip.
I had the recent pleasure of traveling to Colorado for some altitude training. I summited my first-ever 14er, ie, a peak over 14,000 feet. It was so great to be in a cool climate and escape the late summer heat of Las Vegas! The colors were unbelievable! Hopefully my pictures will give you a glimpse of my experiences there. I'm also including a few from the Las Vegas area. Cheers!
Echo Cliff, on the South Loop Trail at Mount Charleston, outside of Las Vegas, NV.
Griffith Peak!
Most peaks have a sign-in book of at the top. Here's my signature.
Nothing like the Aspens in Colorado!
Ice Lake, just outside of Silverton, CO.
One of the bluest lakes I've ever seen!
On the way to Handies Peak, near Silverton, CO.
Makes you think of Julie Andrews...
Hikers in the distance, headed for Handies Peak.
Glacial lake in late August.
Headed for the top!
Whatever this creature is, it has the best backyard view I've ever seen!
When I finally reached the top of Handies, and the lightning show began, I was really scared. Still, it was worth every palpitation. A thrilling view from 14,048 feet that I'll never forget!!
Leaving in a hurry, those clouds are coming my way!
I didn't spend much time above 14,000, maybe 5 minutes at the most. It just doesn't get any better than this!
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