
Well below zero, but clear skies in New Russia |

at the garden |

climb through open woods |

lose a layer |

getting to views |

nice ice |

some steep climbs |

great views |

more climbs |

face ice |

climbs with great views |

into the trees where it is cold |

adding layers |

to the junction; a snack & need for handwarmers |

icy steep climbs |

wall of ice |

amazing views on top |

bennies brook |

food |

water |

pose |

descending |

quickly |

down the ladder with views |

streamside pause |

next day |

trailhead to Jay |

Jay's trail head |

lots of climbing through the woods |

porcupine feast |

close to the ridge |

snack and layers |

at the junction |

summit views |

all |

around |

a pose |

descending |

much faster than the ascent |