32 pounds to Rattlesnake Ledge

Smoky day from Eastern Washington wildfires. Felt muggy. Sweat band filled fast, and I was tired, stopping several times in ascent to rest. On the way down my hip muscles hurt and I had to rest to give them a break.

Statistics:

Distance: 4 miles, including ascent and trek to vehicle
Load: backpack with Platypus and 20-pound vest, for a total of 32 pounds
Time: under 2 hours up; one hour down.
Elevation Gain:  probably 1,160 feet (Washington Trails Association)

Stats, year to date:

Distance: 1405.70 miles
Elevation gain: 33,460 feet