Our family of 7 understood that climbing with our Exum Adventure guides was going to push us beyond out limits. We were soon to find out just how far that push would be. Our guides, Brenton and Tim set us up with our gear - climbing ropes, helmets and harnesses. The sun is strong and sun screen is a must, The weather can change and heavy clothing and rain gear have to be packed in your back pack along with water and lunch. The experience was not only about climbing, but how to survive on the mountain.
Gear in tow, we set off by ferry across Jenny Lake where we hiked a short distance uphill to our climbing point. All geared up, we learned that climbing is all about trusting the strength in your legs. The mountain doesn't always provide a hand grip.
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| Zoey and Jesse 1st tier |
We set out on the first of four tiers in two teams. There was no rush as we got the feel for the mountain, a two-hundred foot slab of rock. It was all about completing each segment. The further up we went, the more we understood how far we could push ourselves. Everyone admitted to having that one point where they had to dig deep to keep going. For me, the last ten feet were one of those just do it moments. Adam, the last climber on my team exhausted his cell battery taking these great pictures of us climbing.
At the top - almost. The 4th tier completed, we stopped to eat again. Fueling your body is as important as staying hydrated.
We hiked down a rocky trail alongside Hidden Falls back to the ferry.
It was the best family adventure ever and 5/7 of us would definitely do it again.
You guys are brave. I would never do that even if I were forty years younger. Congrats on the achievement!
ReplyDeleteIt was a challenge, but I would do it again.
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