Solos and Surf - Filling the days

Before rejoining my expedition group, I got out early enough for a quick solo climb up Tryfan Bach, which is only a few minutes from the campsite. It was the first time I've been out on the valley rock for ages and it felt great to be enjoying familiar views and moving quickly up easy ground.

As there was work to be done, I didn't hang around on top. I was soon back down and checking in with my Bronze DofE Expedition group, who I was relieved to find, were in fine form.

Later in the day, once the expedition had been completed, the tents hung up to dry and the pots and pans scrubbed, we decided that there was still just enough light left to get out for a surf. Conditions seemed to be falling in our favour as the wind was dropping, but the swell was forecast to remain. On arrival back at The Cottage, walking gear was unloaded, wetsuits and boards added and within a few minutes, we were heading to the beach!

It was the first surf since at least June and we loved it - it was a beautiful night to be by the sea. Perfect little waves that were peeling off nicely for long rides. There were only a few other surfers out and half of them were friends of ours. The sun even came out for a blast of light and the water felt warmer than the lakes we've been swimming in recently. The days are just packed...

Tryfan Bach:
- Little Tryfan Arete, Mod.