South Early Winter Spire/South Arête

Trip

Basic Alpine Climb - South Early Winter Spire/South Arête

A sweet, beautiful climb. Priority is given to Olympia branch Basic Climbing students; additionally, Oly Intermediate students who have completed the rock module will have priority for assistant leaders.

  • Basic Rock Climb, Strenuous 1, Technical 2
  • Moderate
  • Mileage: 6.0 mi
  • Elevation Gain: 2,600 ft

Specific details will be emailed to registered participants approximately two weeks prior to the trip.  

Route/Place

South Early Winter Spire/South Arête


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Required Equipment

Required Equipment

  • The Ten Essentials
  • Hiking boots
  • A back pack (40 to 60 liters)
  • Webbing and accessory cords
  • 6 straight gate carabiners
  • 2 locking carabiners
  • Large pear-shaped carabiner
  • Belay device
  • Climbing harness
  • Helmet
  • Chock pick (nut tool)
  • Rescue pulley
  • Fleece or puffy jacket
  • Rain jacket and full-zip rain pants
  • Belay gloves
  • Warm gloves or mittens
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