Rattlesnake Ledge

     I just got back from hiking Rattlesnake Ledge this morning. 4 miles round trip. Elevation gain of 1,100 feet. It was probably my favorite hike so far. Nothing too steep, and a lot of low slope areas along the way. There was still snow on the trail, so the Yak Tracks were a must again. The temperature was great, probably somewhere in the mid-thirties. No snow or rain. The view from the top was incredible. It was not a good day to forget my camera! I had to settle for my camera phone, and didn't have an opportunity to take any on the way up or down. I guess I will have to go back! Next time I think I will bring the whole family. I think Caitlyn could make it, and I can carry Kylie on my back. It will be good practice carrying some weight.
     This was the first official CFCA training hike, so I had an opportunity to meet some of the other climbers for the first time. There were also 5 professional guides along, some that are climbing this year, and some that are just helping us train. It was great to have them there since they were setting the pace, and doing so with purpose to help us train the right way. I was happy to find out that hiking fast is not the right way to train. We took a nice steady pace. The next CFCA hike is on the 20th, to Little Si. I am going to be in Vegas, so I will have to miss that one.