Storm Mountain
| I
headed out, top off, for a short trip to Glen Haven for a cinnamon roll
then for a trip up Storm Mountain. Clouds were getting dark to the west
- staying dry might be sketchy. Heading down I came across a utility quad on its side. They were getting ready to use their winch to upright it but me on the trail was aligned better. A quick pull to get it on its feet. They offered a drink so I joined them at their camp for refreshment and conversation. They're out for a week - elk hunting. I hope they're successful in the task. |
| Map Round trip was perhaps 90 miles. Home to Home time about five hours (I left at 3pm). |
| Green Ridge Glade Reservoir |
| US-34 heading into the mountains. |
| Mmmm... Cinnamon Roll @ the Glen Haven General Store I didn't see milk in the fridge so I went for a vanilla cream from the Durango Colo company. |
| Storm Mountain trail |
| Looking south - Longs Peak near the left |
| Some rain falling - fortunately not over me. |
| Lake Loveland / Loveland Colorado. |
| Mount Meeker (shorter mountain peak - far
left), Longs Peak to the right of it. |
| The spur from the Storm Mountain vista point -
it's not looking to be used these days. |
| Heading down... |
| Heading
down I came across a utility quad that was laying on its right side.
The folks had a strap set and were getting ready to winch it upright.
As the bottom of the quad was facing me, my winch would be a direct,
easy pull. Short task tended - it's on its feet. The folks are out for an elk hunt - coming out from the Chicago `burbs. We enjoyed a nice chat. I hope they're successful. |
