After a series of conditioning hikes in May and June, Troop members hiked to the top of Mt St Helens July 27. We camped at the trailhead, got an early start, enjoyed mild weather and great views.

Mountain views from trailhead camp	An early start Tuesday morning	First stretch in the woods
Pause at the first snow patch view	Out of the trees, into the rocks	Scrambling up a rocky ridge

Noah and Al at top of a snowfield

Noah and Taylor on top

Crater viewpoint

Wave to the tour planes!

Happy Summit Group Pose

A brief, fun glissade down