Family Lion's Lair Hike

I wasn't getting out much due to my exercise restriction, but we had this beautiful December day and had to take advantage of it.  We decided to take the crew up Lion's Lair, which is the back side of Sanitas for a hike.  Shockingly, they had never taken this route so it was a great treat for all.  It starts out as this super chill false flat trail and then about a mile in starts to gently wind up towards the Sanitas summit.

I think Tara and I appreciate the hiking a bit more than the kids, but they were pretty good sports.  About an hour in we stopped at this rock outcropping and had some lunch.  Here is Tara taking in the sunshine and warmth of the day.

Gavin was taking in the views and snacking on a sandwich.

 

Gage, as usual, spent his rest time eating some food and cracking up at some jokes that Gavin was making.  Unsurprisingly, after lounging on the rocks like a bunch of sunning lizards the decision was made to turn around and head back home. 

Going down is always easier than coming up.  I captured this picture of the guys on the way back...it looks like something in between a friendly arm around your shoulder and a headlock.  I am still not quite sure which of the two it was, but they truly are a great pair when getting along.