Paul's Training Hike Update #2: Nirahna Ridge

Paul is doing great with his training and has made it out to Kananaskis the past two weekends for training hikes. Here's the latest update in his own words:

"Brian and I  climbed Nirahna Ridge which is in Kananaskis  Country near the head of the Elbow River west of Calgary.  I climbed about 680 metres ( max elev. 2280m asl) in a space of  2.5 km over a scree covered slope  with some short vertical climb sections. Fun but very tiring."

Sounds rough, but he doesn't look too tired in these incredible pictures!

I'm pretty sure this is a snapshot of heaven!

Looks like you're all outfitted for Africa, Dad! 

You're making me jealous with these views, Dad!

This picture of Kananaskis makes me miss home...and the mountains!

A lovely slate slope