Backpack - Leader's Choice

Meeting place and time

Leader's notes CANCELED - DUE TO INSUFFICIENT SIGNUPS. SEE PHOTO SECTION FOR ANOTHER BACKPACK THIS WEEKEND: PTARMIGAN RIDGE. leader's choice destination will be near Mt Baker or other North Cascades - Park Butte/Railroad Grade (preferred location), Hannegan Pass/Copper Ridge or other location. Trail descriptions: Park Butte: http://www.fs.fed.us/r6/mbs/recreation/activities/trails/mbrd/mbrd_0603.htm Railroad Grade: http://www.fs.fed.us/r6/mbs/recreation/activities/trails/mbrd/mbrd_0603.htm Moderate to moderately-strenuous difficulty, 10-18 mile rt 2-day weekend backpack. Easy to moderate pace for photos and enjoying the scenery. Be prepared to wade small glacial streams - trekking pole(s) with gaiters over boots, or wading shoes helpful. Sign up with leader by August 24.