This is a conditioning hike so we will plan to move at a brisk pace, ~2mph, with few rest stops. Bring snack food and water that you can consume while moving, as we will not take an extended lunch or snack breaks. At this pace you will want to wear non-cotton layers that you can shed on the uphill and put back on for the downhill. There is likely to be snow and ice toward the top, so microspikes will be required. Trekking poles are strongly recommended for the steep downhill. The hike may be cancelled if it's a high probability of rain.