Up to Sterling Pond ( take two)

The last time we did this was a few years ago. Robby was in the backpack and it was just the three of us. This year, Robby hiked to the top by himself (2.2 miles, 880ft elevation increase) and back down again with only minimal help. And very few tears. Oh yeah -- and Annie was in the backpack, riding and snoozing.

We had a great time on a beautiful morning.

Looking up from Smuggler's notch

Waiting at the trail head

Starting off on the trail. Look at the eager little guy.

Riding daddy!

Looking down into the notch

Approaching Sterling Pond

  

It was quite the beautiful day

Family Selfie

Resting in the shade when it was all done.

To see the summary form our last trip, click here: http://ashfordliving.blogspot.com/2013/06/40-lbs-sterling.html