One of the most memorable experiences in recent memory is summitting my first 13,000 foot peak. 13,806 to be exact. The Middle Teton in Grand Teton National Park – Jackson, Wyoming.
Talk about 14 years and the universe synching up. I just got back from Jackson Hole, WY where I was visiting one of my college roommates – who, coincidentally, I hadn’t seen in about 14 years. 14 years is a long time, the reason we didn’t connect for so long? Who knows – sometimes people just move apart and then come back together. It was a full week of activity and much needed getting back to my outdoor adventure roots.
What I love about Jackson is the small town feel where my friends are your friends. I met my buddy for dinner and his whole posse showed up. Nothing out of the ordinary, but all were welcoming. I ended up going fishing with one of the guys on the SouthFork of the Snake the next day. Great day in a drift boat.
Next day, I did a hike up an unofficial trail in Grand Teton National Park called Hanging Canyon. It was close to a death hike since I had come from sea-level and then went up in elevation (straight up). Started from Jenny Lake south and going all the way up to the Lake of the Crags. Well worth the view once you get up there.
We fished in the Bechler River in Yellowstone. One of the most amazing river valleys – ever. Note: Lots of mosquitos that ignore DEET. 
Finally, we summitted the Middle Teton. Peak height 13,806 feet. LONG day – started at 5 AM – out at 7 PM. My friend summitted the South Teton as well. 2 peaks bagged. This city boy only had enough to bag 1.
