A flatlander Hoosier summits his first 14er, accompanied by college-student son. Next to watching his birth, it's the neatest thing I've ever done. This year, it's Mt. Massive. I figure at this rate, I'll do all Colorado's 14ers by age 103.
Route Climbed: Halfmoon trail Date Climbed: 6.30.01
I have very much enjoyed my first Fourteener today. Sort of surprised myself. I had not planned to hike it all the way. Departing early made it all happen. The next time I'll travel even lighter and pack some chocolate and ear covers. Yes, ear cover make sense up high even on a sunny day!
Route Climbed: Halfmoon Trail Date Climbed: 7/17/2000
Excellent hike on a clear day following about 3 days of rain. Stayed in Leadville for about 24 hours prior to the hike and had no problems with the altitude. Check out my web page for pictures from the trip:
SwenGolly - Aug 4, 2001 7:18 am
Route Climbed: Elbert trail Date Climbed: 8/30/00A flatlander Hoosier summits his first 14er, accompanied by college-student son. Next to watching his birth, it's the neatest thing I've ever done. This year, it's Mt. Massive. I figure at this rate, I'll do all Colorado's 14ers by age 103.
climbcolorado - Jul 17, 2001 9:49 am
Route Climbed: Notheast RidgeThis is a very easy route and just about anyone in good health can reach the summit.
Helga - Jul 2, 2001 6:10 pm
Route Climbed: Halfmoon trail Date Climbed: 6.30.01I have very much enjoyed my first Fourteener today. Sort of surprised myself. I had not planned to hike it all the way. Departing early made it all happen. The next time I'll travel even lighter and pack some chocolate and ear covers. Yes, ear cover make sense up high even on a sunny day!
Pikes Peak is next!
IdahoSummits - Apr 12, 2001 6:35 pm
Route Climbed: Halfmoon Trail Date Climbed: 7/17/2000Excellent hike on a clear day following about 3 days of rain. Stayed in Leadville for about 24 hours prior to the hike and had no problems with the altitude. Check out my web page for pictures from the trip:
http://www.webpak.net/~bigdan/elbert/elbert.htm
Jerry Thomas - Apr 6, 2001 9:00 am
Route Climbed: Mt. Elbert Trail Date Climbed: 9/17/2000Started at 10,440ft and made the summit in less than three hours. Good hike for all ages.