The San Jacinto hiking club hiked from the tram to Tahquitz yesterday. We split into groups based on pace and how far folks wanted to go. My group went up Wellman's, down to Saddle Junction and over to Tahquitz peak where we had lunch. We then dropped into Tahquitz valley and took the trail to Laws Camp (past lovely Reeds Meadow). This was my first time on the trail that passes by Reeds -- definately worth a repeat
Hiked up to Hidden Divide from Laws and enjoyed an AB beer at the tram bar.
It was very gusty going up the Tahquitz fire lookout -- we were getting knocked around quite a bit. About mid-way up, two shirtless guys were coming down. Fight On! would have had a blast taking their picture
Let's just say no one will be calling either fellow to model 
The worst wind gusts were at the corner where the stairs connect to the platform -- actually had to hold on for dear life.
Looked over at the PCT crossing by Red Tahquitz -- the PCT is calling. Will have to answer soon
Miles of smiles,
Ellen
