On the Trail Again
August 7th, 2009 by natalie
Today, we made our way to a favorite hiking/climbing spot in Central Oregon – Smith Rock.
The trail is short, but steep (as I’m sure our calves will affirm tomorrow!).
Joey had a little trouble making it to the top, so his big sisters pitched in to help him out. 
Then Joey had to return the favor when Nicole had a difficult time climbing the final big boulders at the top. 
Andy, Dad, and Joey enjoy the view from their perch far above the plain.
I decided to zoom in for a close-up shot of one of the small cottages arrayed across the valley.
Noelle makes herself comfortable and is only disappointed that she neglected to bring along her book.
Nicole and Andy find other ways to while away the time at the top…
I was excited to meet up with my friend, Kelsey, and her sweet 7-week old daughter. She and Mom opted to walk along the river path rather than attempt to summit the rock, though!
It was necessary to make a brief stop on the way home in order to replenish some of the calories we worked off on the hike. Elizabeth was quite disinterested and preferred instead to take a nap!
Upon arrival back at Nicole and Andy’s place, chef Andy went to work and soon had a meal of sizzling fajitas ready to be consumed. Yum!
