With temperatures just above freezing, we had a nice day for a hike. As usual, though, the portions of the trails along the valley floor were solid ice. Once we gained a little elevation, the trails became bare and dry and spikes were (mostly) removed. We made good time to Baruchs’ Corner for lunch and arrived just before noon.
Brunch at Baruch's Corner
Whiskey Jack Waiting for Handout
After a relaxing, conversation filled lunch we descended Sugar Mama down to the valley, with a tea break in the sun part way down.
Tea Break in the Sun
Once in the valley, we had to re-spike and we returned to the cars about 2:30.