
Just for the fun of it we thought we would take the dogs and hike to the top of a 14,000 foot peak two weeks ago. We made it to 13,500 feet and learned a few lessons. For instance, start earlier than noon, WAY earlier, and bring the right gear! The storms in Colorado roll in quickly and at 13,500 we had a feeling we needed to get down quickly. Sure enough it rained, it hailed and the temperatures plummetted. It took us an hour and a half to get down but we made it. Thanks to REI, we’re now fully equipped with the proper water-proof gear. Next time we will make it to the top!

















