Billy

Nice photo crackman, can you drive to Cloud Cap, or is the road gated? Thanks.

Vert- How are things shaping up in your neck of the woods, in the Elkhorns etc. Thanks

Thanks Vert! Are those climbs snowmelt or water seepages/courses? It would help to know this to judge conditions. Thanks

Hey Vert- Thanks for the info. Is that N face route on Strawberry Peak itself? Also, how far can you usually drive in? Do you know when those routes come into shape? Thanks for any info.

Hi- Anyone ever climbed the falls at Strawberry Lake? Anyone know anything about the approach, length of climb, difficulty, or any other ice climbs in the region?

C'mon Timmy, where are the pictures????? [ 11-11-2002, 11:59 AM: Message edited by: Billy ]

Timmy said: i saw some nice lines forming on the cascade lks hwy, i'll snap some pics tomorrow Timmy- Where are these lines? Enquiring minds want to know.

Does anyone know if Jeff Thomas is working on an updated Oregon High?

How many pickets do you need for the rappells?

I'd say that in order for E.H. to be shape in the fall, we need to have a couple storms deposit some snow. Then after a few days of cool, clear weather with melt/freeze, maybe the headwall will go. Just a thought, as I think that thing is dry as a bone right now.

I guess Alex hasn't done Jeff Park Glacier Route before. The Chronic Gumby status applies I guess...

OOHHH NOOO... Not Dr. Flash Amazing...again......

Robert- Is an ice axe still reqiured?

Good job. How much anti-gu did you need to make the summit?

Thanks Jonathon- What would be the recomended "least struggley way" to get up Access Creek? Near the creek? Any insights? Also, how long did it take you to get up to Luna Col? Thanks!

Jonathon- Do you have any beta on the Access Creek Approach from your trip last year? Any info would be great. Thanks

I'm looking for a new or used pair of these. Anyone know if they make them anymore?

What Richard, you mean you didn't climb Leuthold's?

In this case you definately can't plan to be taken out exactly when you want. You have to realize that they'll come get you when they can. Eight hours is a pretty minimal time to wait as some folks wait for days. As far as Doug's scheduling goes, there is no way that you could know how busy his schedule is. I think people have the fast food mentality when it comes to Denali. That is, they think they can plan exactly how it is all going to go. In reality, you are climbing a mountain and things never go as planned. Give a little more respect to DG, he's doing the best he can.

TG- Would you recomend ice axes and crampons for Washington now? [ 06-25-2002, 10:57 AM: Message edited by: Billy ]

Hi Toby- How far is that from the normal trailhead?

I'd suggest Richard Pumpington and Will Strickland, with Will in the lead of course.

Timmy- Is the road to cold springs open all the way? -Bill

Last spring I skied the SE Ridge of Middle and climbed the N. Ridge of Middle to get there. I would recomend that approach, cause it will save you a lot of time. The Hayden is casual for a glacier. The climb up the N Ridge is pretty easy if you are comfortable on steep snow. And its an easy hike in from the trailhead, just don't cut in through the woods and bushwack too early. If you do, you'll end up against that huge sweepeing southeast ridge on North Sister. Which is all loose scree. Its best to leave the trail after you are well around it. I think time to the summit was about 4 hours from the car, and I did the first 2/3 of it with sneakers and carried my boots. Have fun!

What about Dick Pumpington?