Today, my team from work and two car loads of others went to Red Rock canyon for my annual team hike.  It was a beautiful morning with a little chill in the air.  We arrived slightly before the gates opened at 6am and were on the trail by 6:15am just as the sun was coming up.

We split into several groups based on the speed and the persons desire to go for the summit or not.    The hike to the base was uneventful and the canyon turned red as the sun rose.

Once we made it to the base, the fun began.  For some, this was their first experience climbing at altitude so we took our time.

At the end, the summit was made with lots of smiles.

I failed to tell the rookies that going down was often harder than climbing uo.  A lot of people learned how to “scree surf”.

Suzanne gets the Darwin award of the trip.  Notice her on the pinnacle with the steep drop-off below.

In the end, everyone made it home safe and relatively sound.  A few scratches, bruises, and a twisted ankle seemed to be the worst of it.  I’m betting that tomorrow and the next day will bring some stiff joints and sore muscles though.   Hope to do it again next year.