"KG6HQD" Hits Hoyt Mountain for SOTA on 122318

This was a struggle! From the very vertical ascent in the beginning to having a simple radio problem that stumped me. Nice hike, great exercise, and close to the road. Lot of nearby peaks to hit if you choose this one also look at Josephine Peak, Strawberry Peak, and Mt. Lawlor as they are very nearby in addition to many others in the San Gabriel Wilderness and surrounding mountains.

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