Basic Alpine Climb - Reynolds Peak
Sat, Jun 30, 2018 - Sun, Jul 1, 2018
Lovely peak, but better done earlier in the season when more snow is present.
Lovely peak, but better done earlier in the season when more snow is present.
Successful scramble of Broken Top via the Northwest Ridge. This was actually a combo climb that included Mt Bachelor and South Sister, as well.
With Photos. Good summary of Snowfield Climb, route, logistics, etc.
Straight forward and beautiful climb!
Mt Adams Mazama Glacier climb/ski ascent via Mazama Glacier and Descent via S Route
We went up Three Way Peak and Silver King from Chinook Pass.
A successful trip in a brief weather window.
Great intro route with a mix of trail hiking, bushwacking, easy-moderately steep snow travel, scrambling and easy rock climbing.
Berries! Also, a lovely, easy trail through beautiful woods.
Hiked up to the Tooth on mostly snow past the lake. Climbed the four pitches of the Tooth and rappelled down Pineapple Pass.
Excellent route conditions, very direct route, big crowds
Low tide beach walk with blue heron, bald eagle, shore crabs, mudsnail, several types of unknown algae, lots of littleneck and varnish clams. Views of Jupiter, Constance,Greenhill, and Turner.
Successful scramble of two tough peaks in Mt. Rainier National Park.
Good snow conditions, plenty of tent sites at Lunch Counter on a weekday.
It was a great overnight climb with a safe glacier experience.