Lazarow World-Hike-About

Above the ladders, a view of Tugela Falls, the second highest in the world (2,800 feet), although a slow flow Jenni begins the climb Absorbing magnificent sights Reaching the top of the first section of the chain ladder ('loved' the bend in the chain) Part 2—the previous blog should be read first ...We decided on the former strategy, that is, rest a minute and get going. Let’s commence immediately, focusing on the climb and less on the consequences should things not go according to plan. The idea being to climb the chain ladders to the summit without over analyzing the situation. One of the thoughts we had while halfway up the first ladder was on affirmative action. We thought it a good time to pose the question: While balancing precariously on a metal rung on a cliff face, would you feel comforted to know the engineer qualified because of sympathy toward his/her race as opposed to merit and competence? On a personal note, we’re pleased about our hip...

Looking down at the hotel from near the peak, soft grass, rugged rocks Peaked and piqued—a really tough climb Rock forms in the Golden Gate Highlands Park We set out before breakfast for this hike. In fact, we walked a kilometer to the trailhead; we thought we’d give the car a rest. Sometimes we do some really dumb things; makes a change from the ordinary dumb things though. The trail began at the rest camp, climbed steeply to the Brandwag Buttress from the other side, descended to almost ground-level so we could cross a stream and then climbed over four mountains until we reached Wodehouse summit. It was hot but not uncomfortable. We don’t know if it was our fitness on the day but it was grueling in places. However, the sights were spectacular as once again we were always on the outside edge, our favorite position. A different view from Wodehouse Peak A steep and tricky descent but always with great views We saw zebra, a wildebeest, antelope and the wonder...