In this second book of the Jake Meissner mountaineering adventures in the Colorado Rocky Mountains, John Herbst tells more exciting tales of Jake's many journeys into the remote and wild backcountry along the Continental Divide. Here is adventure and action at every turn of the trail, from natural perils to human errors to living the unbounded life of the outdoors. The life of a true wild adventurer comes alive through Jake and his high-country mountaineering friends.Feel the passion in Jake Meissner's soul, the rush of the pure mountain water in his blood, and the granite rock in his muscles. Experience the adventures and encounters that Jake had in the majestic Rocky Mountains. Tantalize your sense of smell from the pines, blue spruce, and wide variety of wildflowers. Smell the wet earth after an afternoon rain, smell the fresh mountain water from the mist of a waterfall.Feel the blood pumping through your veins as you hike alongside Jake on various terrain and elevations. Experience the fear and adrenaline rush as you deal with lightning and wildlife encounters.Absorb the beautiful colors of the deep blue sky, the shades of green of the forest, and the bluebells along the creeks and streams. The contrast of color above timberline will be good for your soul - colors such as the deep blue sky and the gray granite rock with the white veins of snow. The orange, yellow, and red lichen on the rocks, and the numerous colors of the wildflowers add to the mosaic of nature's art. Accompany Jake on a wild travel adventure in the stunning state of Colorado!