Wednesday, August 11, 2010

Happy Trails

We watched the sun set and it was breath-taking! Rebecca did very well on the hike, even though she had missed her nap that day. We were all impressed. And when she got tired, Omi was there to carry her up the mountain on her back.
Here we are on the actual 'Y'

and we ate ice cream at the Creamery afterwards. Fun, fun night!
Some History: This large block letter "Y" is the insignia for Brigham Young University. First placed in 1906, it is made of concrete and measures 380 feet high and 130 feet wide. The original plan was to put "BYU" on the mountainside, but when placing the "Y" took longer than expected, plans to place the B and U were scrapped.A hike to the Y begins at the trailhead at N 40° 14.690, W 111° 37.630. The trail follows a series of switchbacks as it winds its way up the side of the mountain.

2 comments:

Kimmy said...

yeah, i remember hiking the Y several times...none of which were too fun, except when you get there. i hate the switchbacks on the way there! Glad rebecca made it ok? Did u use a stroller or carry her? lol. miss ya!

Dave, Laura, Maggie and Chloe said...

I hate that hike...I'm so proud of you for making it up there :) You are THE WOMAN! You have such a cute little family. Rebecca is an absolute doll, I love her little face.