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CHS 1 Hike

Field trip: Conditioning Hiking Series

CHS 1 Hike - Cascade Pass & Sahale Arm

NORTH CASCADES CAMPOUT WEEKEND. CHS hike led at a CHS 1 pace (1.5-2.0 mph)

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John Kooch
John Kooch
Primary Leader
  • Strenuous, Very Strenuous
  • Challenging
  • Mileage: 12.0 mi
  • Elevation Gain: 3,600 ft
  • High Point Elevation: 7,200 ft
  • Pace: 1.5 to 2.0 mph

We will meet at the trailhead at 8:30 am and be ready to hike.

One of the most scenic and most accessible of the North Cascades hikes and a CHS classic.

Route/Place

Cascade Pass & Sahale Arm

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Required Equipment

Required Equipment

Ten Essential Systems

  1. Navigation (map & compass)
  2. Sun protection (sunglasses & sunscreen)
  3. Insulation (extra clothing)
  4. Illumination (headlamp/flashlight)
  5. First-aid supplies
  6. Fire (waterproof matches/lighter/candle)
  7. Repair kit and tools
  8. Nutrition (extra food)
  9. Hydration (extra water)
  10. Emergency shelter (tent/plastic tube tent/garbage bag)
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