"Tho' much is taken, much abides; and though We are not now that strength which in old days Moved earth and heaven; that which we are, we are; One equal temper of heroic hearts, Made weak by time and fate, but strong in will To strive, to seek, to find, and not to yield." TENNYSON - "ULYSSES"

First winter climb in awhile begins with a ransacking of the house for essential gear. Read more.