JGowans

Thanks for all the replies. I've got quite a few offers now and I reckon I'll soon get to meet some of you out there. What's rope-up btw? Is it some kind of bavarian dominatrix thing in leavenworth that i should know about? seriously, where & when & what is it?

Ha ha. I think I've got the drinking / partying angle covered...pretty much since birth come to think of it. Where's this "pub club" anyhoo?

Ok, when you say "squish", I'm guessing you mean Squamish right? I've been up to Blackcomb a few times but am still not on a locals par when it comes to place names. Yes, I have a harness and shoes and all. I'd be glad to take you up on the offer mate. When? Just remember though that I'd rate myself as a rank novice concerning technique. I'm not too keen on the mountaineers course myself, but I do imagine I'll learn some good fundamentals...or not??

Hi. I moved here from Scotland not that long ago, and would like to get out climbing in the Cascades more this Winter. Although I'm in very good shape and summited Rainier this Summer, I really don't know my arse from my elbow when it comes to mountaineering. If there's anyone out there with the patience to bring me under their wing, I'd love to hear from you. I can offer not much more than wit, banter, and an ocassional bowl of porridge. Btw, I am in the Mountaineers, and I do plan to take their course this year, but want to be out this winter as much as possible. Cheers, Jason