Hiking up the mountain take 2

This morning the volunteers went hiking up the mountain. It was very strenuous but we all made it and we were all very proud of our recent 70 year old lady who came along for the walk.

The hike was only 2.5 miles but the vertical height we climb was 1500 feet. It was hard on the back of the legs and we had to stop several times to enjoy the view and take pictures.

The view behind us was also breath taking. The Ocean is so vast and the boats seem so small and the game was to see if we could see any whales surfacing.

The trail was well marked and their were signs along the way not to get off the trail.

At the top we had a little lunch and a well deserved rest.

The view was majestic. I should of taken more pictures.

The hike back was considerable easier but you had to watch your step because it was slippery in spots.

At the bottom not far from our cars was a prayer healing spot the local people have made. It looks out over most of the valley and the ocean. It had a stone wall around the area with the most beautiful flowers I've seen in my life.

It was a very enjoyable day. We loaded up and headed down the mountain to "Crusty Tasty"  restaurant for a brunch. The locals and the returning volunteers sure know were the good food is.