Sun 12th July, Snowdon

Today is Day 2 of our Expedition training course and we set off with the group to walk up the Miners Track from Pen Y Pass to the summit of Snowdon. Conditions were slightly better today although high up visibility was still poor. We had a few sore legs in the group today and this route is good to help loosen up muscles before we start the steep ascent up to the summit ridge.

One member of our group, John who a lost a leg, was fundraising for Help the Hero's and his efforts over the two days on his crutches was amazing .

Since I was last on Snowdon a few weeks ago the cafe has re-opened and the train is running to the top station again, It was very cold on top and a strong wind was blowing so we headed to the cafe for coffeee and cakes. Surprisingly it was quite and prices seemed very reasonable and our Exped Doc, Jackie, showed us how to eat scones and cream to boost energy levels.

We returned to Pen Y Pass by the Pyg Track with a short diversion over The Horns.