Scrambles - Miner's Peak and Ha Ling

We spent our Saturday out in the mountains, hiking up Ha Ling Peak first, before traversing over to bag adjacent Miner's Peak. Aside from the fact that a 4 year old kid with his dad summited Ha Ling faster than us (Anita's post hibernation fitness level is pretty sad at the moment), it was a great day. Warm, calm winds, and those bright blue skies. The only thing I forgot was a beer for the top. :(




The lower trail was dry and smooth sailing.


But a bit higher, lingering ice and snow made for some tricky conditions if you didn't have some ice cleats.










Sitting atop the west edge of Ha Ling.






The view south from Ha Ling, with the saddle leading to Miner's Peak, and then the taller Mt. Lawrence Grassi.






Traversing the ridge along the saddle towards Miner's Peak.


Top of Miner's Peak.