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Popkum, BC
Canada
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Posted - 05/26/2010 : 2:48 PM
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I finally had the courage to try to summit Elk with my weak ankle. The reason I was more concerned about Elk then Campbell Lake is because Elk is an almost constant climb up and back down which might be very difficult for me. The muddy bit just before the final approach to the first lookout was where I took extra caution and it felt like I was holding my breath. When we got to the rockface, I was relieved:
We head back into the forest to Elk Ridge. When I crested the ridge I was greeted with a golden ray of sunshine and started singing, "She'll be Commin round the Mountain". 
 
We head towards Elk and when we're almost there we meet my dear friend Heather on the trail, another golden ray of sunshine:
Our chance meeting was so much fun, it was hard to part company but the chill in the air pressed us to move on:
  
The views had opened up considerably on our return to the rockface:
It was wonderful being on beloved Elk Mtn. Trail again. Thanks for hiking with me Stu and Ed, I had a great day!
Happy trails,
Lynn |
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Powell River, bc
Canada
2537 Posts |
Posted - 05/26/2010 : 4:31 PM
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CONGRATULATIONS!!!!!!!!!! I totally understand the "holding my breath" thing.Good for you getting up,and down!!  |
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bandana wearin', pole huckin', view lovin', dog herdin', 4x4 navigatin', lake huntin', butt-slidin' bridge crosser, who enjoys postholing with an overnighter pack
Surrey, BC
Canada
4649 Posts |
Posted - 05/26/2010 : 5:42 PM
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Good to see you back on your ol' stomping grounds Lynn  . Must've felt good |
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1448 Posts |
Posted - 05/26/2010 : 5:59 PM
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Wow, great job Lynn !!!!
That is amazing
I'm still amazed when you to told me you where going to Laughington Lady Col LOL
C
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Originally posted by Flowing-Brook
Happy trails,
Lynn
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Peak bagging, bushwhacking, zamboni driving, snowshoeing, self portrait artist, and speed demon who loves to hang out on Mt. Seymour
4000 Posts |
Posted - 05/26/2010 : 6:16 PM
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| Yeah, it's nice to see you back out there in the mountains. |
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Popkum, B.C.
Canada
629 Posts |
Posted - 05/26/2010 : 8:26 PM
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It was a lot of fun to accompany Lynn up Elk Mtn. This is where the sun was shining upon her. Oh yeah , Ed was pretty happy too!
This would be my summit shot.
Starting back down, the skies clear somewhat.
The downhill trudge through the forest.
Next stop, well you know! |
Edited by - Mr. B on 05/27/2010 07:53 AM |
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Abbotsford, BC
Canada
1005 Posts |
Posted - 05/26/2010 : 10:37 PM
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| Hey if you can do Elk you can go anywhere, Lynn. |
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Chilliwack
Canada
306 Posts |
Posted - 05/27/2010 : 02:35 AM
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| Life is happy again.....Way to go....Yvonne |
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Chilliwack, BC
561 Posts |
Posted - 05/27/2010 : 08:25 AM
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| Congrates Lynn, you did great, the mountains feel complete again |
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Chilliwack, BC
Canada
570 Posts |
Posted - 05/27/2010 : 11:58 AM
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Yippee! I'll see you soon on some trails, I hope.
We are taking a group of kids there this weekend so I am glad to see the lack of snow. |
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Maple Ridge, BC
Canada
489 Posts |
Posted - 05/27/2010 : 6:56 PM
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| You know how to get all the best shots up there Keep on a persevering (with a full prospect for success)! |
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Chilliwack, BC
Canada
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Posted - 05/27/2010 : 9:58 PM
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I love this trail. I wish I wasn't working on that day you went, but I'll make it up by mid June.
You did really well you guys, keep it up. |
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Chilliwack, BC
Canada
309 Posts |
Posted - 05/28/2010 : 6:49 PM
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| I was thinking about you that day. Of course, I can't hike Elk Thurston without thinking of you because I know you love it and I consider it your mountain. And then .... there you were. I was so happy to see you on your mountain. Nothing can keep you on flatland! |
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Popkum, BC
Canada
5887 Posts |
Posted - 05/28/2010 : 10:40 PM
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It was hard to go back down, nonetheless, a wonderful experience. Thanks hb for calling it my mountain, it's been the mountain I've left many dreams on.
I am privileged to be a part of Club Tread hiking community and I thank everyone for your kind replies and support.
Happy trails,
Lynn |
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Popkum, BC
Canada
5887 Posts |
Posted - 07/17/2010 : 11:36 PM
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On July 14th we went up again, it was a lot easier this time. It took 4 hours instead of 5; still a lot longer then before but a great improvement. The flowers are blooming, yippee!
    
Happy trails,
Lynn
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Beautiful Elk Mtn. ~ May 24, 2010
