As some of you may know, my lofty goal for 2019 is to summit the high points of 49 of the 50 States. Much of the high pointing, as it is called, will occur over the summer. However, since I’m back home in Vermont for the winter, I thought I might as well get started! So, it was…
The Details Gray’s Peak: 14,270′ (Rank: 9th) Torrey’s Peak: 14,267′ (Rank: 11th) Elevation Gain: ~3,634′ Route Length: ~8.3 miles Centennial Pursuit: 6/100 Description: Grays & Torrey’s Peaks are two 14ers often climbed together, and are tremendously popular among outdoor enthusiasts who live in the Front Range. Both are often climbed together in a single day with…
The Details Mount of the Holy Cross: 14,005′ (Rank: 51st) Holy Cross Ridge: 13,831′ (Rank: 91st) Elevation Gain: ~5,623′ Route Length: ~13 miles Centennial Pursuit: 4/100 Description: The trip was organized and planned by a friend of mine. I was very happy to join along, as it included two more peaks that are on Colorado…
