The View From Tipi Ridge

The trail up to the tipi was steep but this view made it all worthwhile. I used the old North Face BackMagic pack for all my hauling needs and rarely was I without a pack unless I went down to the community for a get together, often returning late at night wearing just a daypack and holding a flashlight. I did hundreds of nighthikes up the trail, under full moons, in the snow, in desperately cold air temperatures, but always giddy to arrive back to my humble lodge.