Blakej

Nothing negative heard about AMGA miller, just from talking to people it has become very apparent that its not necessary at this time. Not to say it isn't a good thing at all but its nice to know that I can get out and try it out without investing thousands in a certification I dont necessarily need. Back to the original question seeing as several of you guys have guiding experience. Aside from getting experinece and wfr. Building blocks? Start as an assistant treking guide? From talking to one of the RMI guides its invite only and I'm assuming that means getting your face know on rainer or simular places.

I've considered using some of my GI bill for the AMGA courses but from what I understand they are yet to me a standard. More a solid reference and a route to International certification and very expensive at that. Great article. Just reiterates why I want to try if for a season or two for fun and see if I enjoy it.

I've been considering getting into guiding(somthing I have no experience in) and was wondering if anyone could recommend companies to look into in washington. I'm an experienced backpacker and beginner mountaineer and just want to get a taste even if it means me being a pack bitch for some lama company next summer. Suggestions...?

I'm looking for a partner for saturday sunday of next week could do the approach friday night (I think the 29th). I'd like to do somthing like the brothers, anderson or pershings in the olympics. If your up for that weekend let me know. There may or may not be one other climber. Let pm me if interested.

just to make sure there was no misunderstanding. Benadry is not a sedative (as in puts you out for an operation). If you give the shot it might make someone tired and less aware of their pain but I ment as a local anestetic much like lidocaine. In the er we will use it as a substitute for patients allergic to lidocaine.

I agree what purpose. I have a gust that I love. With focus on keeping things as lite as you can I have managed to pack pretty much all the gear I need for basic mountaineering type trips. When you add in rope and pro I imaging you would start to regret not having suspension after a couple days but as for gear storage golite tends to be so basic that you can costomize easily without sacficing too much weight and you dont have to worry about straps, daisy chains and so on that provide weight you'll never need.

no problems man. saw your post on the kitsap site. Have fun in alaska. Doing any climbing while your there or just touring around?

Heres and interesting side note. I was speaking with one of the physicians I work with he stated that if he were to suggest one drug to bring it would be benadryl injection. Evidently not only is it good for allergic reactions but benadryl can be used as an anestetic for suturing and as a antiemetic(vomiting). I think there were some other uses I cant remerber I will research it.

Interesting...gotta wonder why no offical names for what seems to be a fairly significant peak compared to some. Saving them for future presidents? Don't suppose you know if the hike is worth the scramble on Mt Delabarre. I'm looking to do anderson at the end of the month but dont know if I'll have a partner but I'd atleast like to get a good look at it.

do a search and you will find a simular thread from a couple months ago which brought up some great suggestions.

I've been through three pairs of brooks trail shoes and love them so much I will do whatever is necessary to make them last. They are hard to find but are great all around and relatively cheep.

sweet, thanks

anyone got a number for jacks so I can get a pass for tommarrow. cant find it on any web pages

try antigravitygear.com the pot coozie works great so far though I haven't had the chance to use it too extensively yet because most of the food I pack is super low maintence ie by the time the water is hot its cooked. Maybe not exactly what your looking for but a good alternative. Got a backpacker award and really cheap. You can even make your own.

Thanks klenke. (dont know why they just dont put a damn name one the map)

sorry the photo didn't come out. Cant figure out the photo post thing. Its in the gallery under alpine.

I was browsing my mapping program checking out some future climbs and noticed this alpine area between chimney and christie that looked interesting. Anyone explored the area does it have a name or know if its less appealing than it looks. Nothing in the climbing guide that I could find.

beautiful climb with some really great pics. sorry I wasn't able to give you that info but it turned out to be a successful climb anyhow. Top notch.

Dont know if this is a little basic but as a beginner on alpine pinnicle and castle seem a comfortable and enjoyable climb that are rewarding and give a taste for the alpine without providing too much potential for defeat. Not multi pitch though. Just a bigginer putting in his cents.

Dru I'm not the most experienced in bear country so please contradit. In general don't bears stay where there is easy traveling and plentiful food not craggy peaks?

you guys suck. I've worked 60 hours this weeks I need to get a life outside these monotinous (sp) hours.

If your going to be above the tree line I dont think you would need to worry about anything but rodents and in that case you could put in under some heavy rocks and some dirt to cover the majority of the scent I think. Other than that the only thing I can think of is some type of large pvc you might pick up at lowe's or the like. You can get caps for the 5-6 inch wide tubes and if you use staples such as rice and oat meal they should conform well to the tube. The only disadvantage I can see is packing out the weight.

bill are you the one that got to that sale before me. Shame one you taking advantage of a poor kid trying to scrounge for a new toy. Any idea who made it or how to get another?

Anyone for doing some climbing next thursday. Light alpine or moderate rock. I dont do trad yet but I'd be up for some sport or just to work on some good top ropes. I need to get on some good rock.

I was told the road should be open far enough to skin in but like you said beginner, solo, glacier. I wanted to be sure and as you've raised the question I think I'll avoid it without a partner. As for this weekend I have to make a trip to portland unfortunately no climbing involved.