SANTAQUIN PEAKLength of hike: 11.5 miles
Elevation: 10,685 feet
Completion time: 8 1/2 hours
Two weeks ago, Justin and I went on our annual "killer" hike. This year it was Santaquin Peak, just south of our home a few peaks over. Justin invited Stephanie to come along. This was Stephanie's FIRST real hike! She didn't know how long the hike would be until the night before, and I was surprised she came, but she was a real trooper and actually led the group most of the way up. Our day began by leaving the house at 6:15 a.m:
Justin & Stephanie Garrison
One of the beautiful views
Stephanie and Kathy catching a quick rest
Stephanie, Justin, & Kathy at the TOP!
Did I mention we were a little tired?
Justin & Steph looked great - I looked a little worse for the wear
Thankfully, I didn't feel that bad
At the top we met a lady who had actually passed us earlier on the trail and was kind enough to take pictures for us. She looked like she hadn't even begun the hike, and was talking about how she had hardly had to drink any water so far. Turns out, she'd hiked Mount Timponogos 2 days before! (a 14-mile hike) Talk about a serious, hardcore hiker!
Smiles before heading back down the mountainWe enjoyed lunch at the top and rested for a little while. It took us about 3 hours to get back down the mountain. The last couple of miles were the worst. I had a great big blister on each of my big toes, and by then it was much warmer down in the valley, so the further down we went, the hotter it got. We had taken quite a bit of water with us, but the last mile, we were sipping the last few drops of our water. If we'd taken any less, we probably would have been in trouble! But all's well that ends well.
Orange tongues from the mango icees we got after finishing our hike There are many amazing things about doing a strenuous hike. Amazing scenery, amazing views, amazing that I make it to the top, a real feeling of accomplishment. Overall, fun company and a great hike! Thanks for going Justin and Steph! I'll be resting up for next year.......
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4 comments:
Congratulations to all of you. There was a time when.......but no more of that for me. I feel great when I do my mile every morning with Muffin. Great accomplishment - for you I mean!
Oh to be young again. buahaha. Kathy, you amaze me!!!! Way to go. That is such an awesome thing to do with Justin, and way to go Steph!
When you were talking about the water, I immediately thought of the scene from 3 Amigos where they are on their horses and Ned and Lucky are completely out of water and Dusty just drowns himself in his. Remember that part? Okay...well it made me laugh at least.
A little late commenting, but here I am! Looks like a fun day, and I'm sure you fared better than I would have. :-)
I couldn't find your email address. That's so sweet of you to offer a towel! :-) We are having a boy. Thank you!
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