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Pink Skies16 viewsThe final throes of a setting sun.
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Tranquil Sunset17 viewsReflected in the crystal clear lake.
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Small Hill18 viewsIt might not have the majesty of the surrounding mountains, but it was still beautiful.
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Day 2: Setting Out - Dan and I took our hike up the Panorama Ridge.17 viewsDan and I took our hike up the Panorama Ridge.
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Black Tusk Above - The path up the ridge gives great views of both Black Tusk and Garibaldi Lake.15 viewsThe path up the ridge gives great views of both Black Tusk and Garibaldi Lake.
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Surprise Pond - In a small alpine meadow. No bears to be seen, however.16 viewsIn a small alpine meadow. No bears to be seen, however.
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Smaller Hilltop15 viewsWith meadows, thinning trees, and... no bears.
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Another Alpine Meadow15 viewsVery nice in person, set against those snowy mountains.
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Closer to Black Tusk16 viewsAnd a much less colourful Helm Lake.
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Marmot16 viewsHe looks like a gopher, but significantly bigger.
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IMG_268417 views
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Snow Waves14 viewsThe wind leaves a sandy pattern in the snow.
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Black Tusk Lake/Mountain17 viewsAll said, an impressive sight. It looked like a painting, even in real life.
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Garibaldi Lake16 viewsAnd a more standard shot of the lake and surrounding glaciers.
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Distant Mountains17 viewsIt looks surreal with a sky-coloured lake below the skyline.
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Top of the World18 viewsCould I but dive into that endless sky...
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The Black Tusk15 viewsSure it sounds like a death metal song, but still it remains awesome.
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Dan at Black Tusk16 viewsHere is where we had lunch before hiking back to the camp, packing up, and making for our car.
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Dean at Black Tusk20 viewsIt obviously was a great spot to sit and stare into the distance.
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The Journey Down20 viewsDan and I set off for our return trip to the valley.
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