February 27th – Roxy Ann Peak Again

February 27, 2010

I know today is a rest day but when a friend called me, this morning, and suggested we hike Roxy Ann Peak I had to say yes.  I am really excited that it’s starting to get warm here.  Today was beautiful.  This was my first hike of the year and I have to admit, I am in pretty decent shape.   The 2.4 mile hike around the summit (and the short but steep hike to the summit)  was much easier than last time.  I am sure, partly due to the fact that I didn’t ride my bicycle to Prescott Park before starting the hike.   On my way up I decided my first goal for this summer is to get a picture of Table Rock from Roxy Ann Peak and a picture of Roxy Ann Peak from Table Rock.  Check out the photos below, I am halfway ther

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