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Unicorn, Foss, Boundary & Stevens Peaks

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Basic Alpine Climb - Unicorn Peak/South Side

Basic Alpine Climb

Contacts

James Pitts
James Pitts
Primary Leader
  • Sun, May 29, 2016
  • Seattle Alpine Scrambling
  • Climbing
  • Basic Alpine
  • Adults
  • Basic Alpine Climb, Strenuous 1, Technical 1
  • For Beginners (Getting Started Series)
  • Mileage: 5.0 mi
  • Elevation Gain: 2,600 ft

TBD

Date may change based on opening date of road.  This climb is listed for members of the Pitts SIG.  Others are welcome to join when general registration opens.

Route/Place

Unicorn, Foss, Boundary & Stevens Peaks

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Required Equipment

Required Equipment

  • The Ten Essentials
  • Mountain boots that can accept crampons (not hiking boots)
  • Crampons
  • An ice axe (not technical ice tools)
  • 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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