Some days are memorable because of the challenges we experience. Perhaps it’s the harsh conditions or something internal we’re battling. Other days are simply perfect. Our climb last Sunday was the latter. Weather was around 10 degrees, skies were cobalt blue and the conditions on the great face of Giant Mountain offered plenty of ice (up to WI3). The sunset we witnessed surpassed any I’ve seen—better than Mallory Square in Key West, better than the beaches of FL (and they can be good). Clouds rose from the valley and diffused the light while we lounged and watched them blow across the ridge. Then darkness settled enveloped us as we descended...a relaxing end to the adventure.

Article and Photo Set: http://www.adirondackalmanack.com/2014/12/slide-climbs-the-icy-east-fac…
Video (make sure it’s in HD1080/full screen): http://www.mackenziefamily.com/46/video/giant_east_face_2014dec7.html

Enjoy and God Bless