3 This is Tom (L) and Bill (R) who looked out for me along the way. They are with a neat group of hikers called the Solemates.
4 The steep drop off down to the quarry. I did not take a picture down into the quarry...I was busy watching the trail.
5 My buddies, Nancy and Laurie, who provided excellent conversation on the last leg :)
6 View from the first vantage point, about 30 minutes into the hike and I would guess about 500' elevation gain. (I've got to learn how to use that GPS my husband bought!)
7 A view north toward the Ko'olaus. My load is a little over 50lbs - 3L water, pack, first aid, lunch...
