When I think back to first expedition, I remember individual moments. I have chosen to represent these moments through photography to give a small glimpse into life during those two weeks in the back country. I remember seeing the tarp for the first time, and wondering how we would stay warm when there was a foot of open air between the tarp wall and the freezing ground. I remember looking at our food bags and having no idea what we could make, or how to make it for that matter. I remember laughing and singing with my tarp-mates after a long day, I remember (for the most part) the myriad of campsites that became our temporary homes. Some were sunny places I felt calm and happy, others were thorny and windy and all around terrible, but we laughed anyway. I remember once when our tarp was so far away that I got lost trying to find my way back with a dying headlamp. All of these memories, good or bad, make up an unforgettable experience. Here are the small pieces that represent that experience.
Hiking on the Continental divide!
An incredible view at our campsite under Mt. Ouray.
Our Apline start - we woke up at 4:30 am in order to hike Mt. Ouray!
Watching the sun come up around the mountains.
Making our way up to the summit (not including 3 false peaks).
The summit of Mt. Ouray!!! After an exhausting 6 hour hike up, we finally made it, and celebrated with snickers.
Snickers at 13,960 ft: tastes like success.
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