Joe Velasquez

Bio: I’m originally from the Philippine Islands. Landed in So Cal In 1978. I had a job transfer to Vegas in 2003. I have 3 great Kids and they’re all Professionals and I’m very proud of them ! So far we have 4 beautiful Grand kids , they’re so much fun, we love to spoil them and return them :-)  I’m employed as a Fuel Transport Driver, I’ve been in the business for over 30 years. My other Love is Flying. I’m working on getting my Flight Instructora Rating.
( Hopefully as a retirement job ) 

 Age: 8 in dog years

 Why did you join the 52 Peak Club: I was overweight, taking BP meds.
And I had to make a lifestyle change. I just wished that I had found out about this club sooner in my life .

 Date Completed all 52 Peaks: March 07, 2020

 Toughest Peak: I would say the 5 Peak Mummy Mountain hike . 

 Favorite Hike: Each of these peaks have their own. Allure. I would say I like most of them !

 How did you feel once you became a 53er: Sense of extreme accomplishment and relief! It’s like what I felt after soloing an Airplane for the first time .

Advice for new hikers: Listen to your Hike Leaders, always ask Questions, the only stupid questions are the ones never asked.
Some of your fellow hikers in this club have a wealth of hiking safety and survival knowledge . Know your limits, don’t rush . You will have off days and Great days on these trails and Peaks . But never give up , most successful people has had failures .
Most of all enjoy your hikes !