Monadnock

We decided to go across NH to climb Mt. Monadnock before the end of our vacation week. This climb was Sydney's 4th time to the summit (first time was age 5!). She enjoys hiking much more when there is a goal, like the top of the mountain. We also really enjoy the climbing above the timberline. This time up we started out behind a group of teenagers from city-year. For most of them it was there first time on a mountain. They were all very impressed with how quickly Syd was making the climb to the summit as she passed the group. We had lunch at the top but it was actually starting to rain and the clouds looked ominous so we didn't stick around as long as usual.

Feeling strong as we head out from the parking lot.

Syd gets a little tired - the summit is in the background.

The angle of my shot does not over-exaggerate how steep this rock was.

The top!