Wednesdays Special Hike at the Wolf Creek Ski Area attracted 7 hikers. We had a scenery experience big enough for thousands of people. All 7 made it to sit on the top. (Ozzie had skied off the top the day before, after walking there from the Treasure Lift)
The goal--the top of Alberta Peak--highest point in the ski area. The route--the Divide ski trail, which follows the Continental Divide. Much of the time we were walking directly on the Continental Divide National Scenic Trail (3,100+ miles long).
We walked from the Ski Area Parking lot, following the edges of nicely groomed ski trails. Many a skier looked our way as they went whizzing down the hill.
One kid on skis was excited--"Can people hike here too?" Well, we did–hike up and back all of 5.6 miles. As you can see, it's worth taking it slowly once in a while. And our aerobic fitness has moved up a notch. Thanks, Wayne! --Doug Knudson-- See you Monday at 10 for a non-snow hike.
The Goal
Cramp-ons, the essential tool.
Hikers today--Wayne and Linda, Lloyd and Barbara, Ozzie and Eve, and one more.
It's a trudge
Destination--Alberta Peak
At the top
long view of the Continental Divide
lonesome conquest
I know I'm camouflaged! White-tailed ptarmigan Lagopus leucurus, in winter plumage.
Montezuma Peak from WCRSKI /Continental Divide
Trail Boss
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