Ensign Peak.....

We hiked Ensign Peak today and had a blast. We went with our field trip group and we have some go getters in the bunch. So instead of doing the 5 minute short hike, we hiked to the top which is about a 2 mile round trip hike. And boy was it up hill. But Hallie did so good and walked the whole way. She never complained and was more than excited to be out hiking. It probably helped that she had friends with her. I carried Annie up and then she wanted to walk most of the way down. Which, of course, I held her hands because she is still not walking on her own. It was a beautiful view once we got to the top. I can see why people like to hike there. Anyway, both my girls loved it and I am so glad. It is nice to have kids who enjoy going on adventures because we sure have lots to come. Here is a little bit about Ensign Peak for those who have never heard about it or seen it.

Ensign Peak is a prominent hill on the northern edge of the Salt Lake Valley. On July 26, 1847, two days after arriving in the Salt Lake Valley, Brigham Young and seven other pioneer leaders climbed the hill to survey the valley. From its summit they laid out in their minds the city they intended to build. Brigham Young claimed a vision from God directed him to lead his people into the Salt Lake Valley. It is said that Young recognized Ensign Peak as a prominent landmark in his vision, confirming his statement: "This is the right place."