It was a pleasant joyfull meeting at the parking lot in the shadow of the forest setting. A few extra members joined us there to add to this event. Not a real hot day, crossing the new bridges, plus following an upgraded trail on the lower section the hiking was good as we progressed up the slopes. After a short snack stop and regroup we proceeded to the rock step, where extra care was taken to make sure all was well. With a quick lunch break on top the clouds thickened, a few rain drops and we agreed to proceed down the back side. The grassy slopes were moderately steep, with extra care needed as we decended into Wind Valley.