PIKES PEAK HIKE, JUNE 30TH (note from Janis Cross)
I am looking forward to our climb up the Pikes Peak on June 30th. Please check your email the night before in case the weather has changed or any additional updates. You will need to make plans for your pick up at the top individually ( or as a group if you are traveling together) . There are 2 options . One is to have someone pick you up at the top and the second is to take the Cog railroad down. Remember however , if you miss your train,,, you are out of luck till the last train!. Reservation must be made SOON because seats are limited for summer weekends . Those in good shape should make the climb in 6-7 hours. For those who have not been running or working out ( running at least 3-4 times a week or extensive biking or swimming ) count on 7-8 hours. We will use the buddy system so NO ONE will be left behind.
Bring lots of hydration , GU , protein bars etc.. I use peanut butter and jelly sandwiches as a staple. There is a thin line between carrying too much or too little. Also, Advil or some type of anti-inflammatory like Aleve might be helpful. There is a small store about 6.25 miles up at Barr Camp. You can buy supplies like Gatorade and power bars at this location, CASH ONLY! and you must carry out ALL your garbage. Bathrooms are also available.
We plan to meet in the upper parking lot past the Cog railroad parking off of Ruxton at 4:30 am. Parking costs $5.00 and is only paid by credit card ..NO cash. You can also park on Ruxton and walk up to the parking lot. If you are not sure where the lot is feel free to call me . You might need head lamp for 15-20 minutes of the climb.
Also good idea to have a raincoat or some type of water proof jacket. Weather is very different on top and can be 20-30 degrees cooler.
If you have a hard time reaching Barr Camp about 2-3 hours hike, you can turn back and go down.
Call me with any other questions..i am out of town from June 20-27th. Please let me know if you are coming..thanks Janis 930-4445
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