glm

How they run elections in so many places ... a tried and true method.

It'll go.

that's umount, not unmount, a common error

Although both are more than 50 miles from Portland, I can attest to the quality of both Tieton and Smith, and both are not *that* far away that you couldn't get there for a long day trip. There is also a route or two at Rooster Rock, just east of Troutdale, about 20 miles +- from Portland....

never been there but it sure sounds good. What is that a picture of?

Looking to get out this weekend before starting my new job Monday. Trip to Smith fell through but I'd be up for that is someone's interested. Or open to anything else, alpine, multipitch, or .... Solid alpine, moderate rock skills. PM or email me at glenma@mangiantini.com Glen

I'm free next week before starting my new job on 10/31 and would be interested in alpine, rock on the eastside, or whatever. Maybe a trip to the enchantments, now that permits are no longer required.... Can lead low 5th, to about 5.6/5.7, trad, follow a bit harder, comfortable on ice & glacier, have gear and car. Glen

Did Forbidden WR last weekend. We spent several *interesting* hours in the now snow free gully! You might want to read up on the alternate approach to the ridge that I saw somewhere if you decide on Forbidden. The ridge, weather, and views were all superb, however!

Excellent job and great description. You really capture the grandeur of the Cascadian. Are there any scree surfing action shots to share?

I'm looking to get out to climb something this weekend and need a partner. I'm open to alpine, multipitch or sport rock or maybe even a good scramble but don't have a partner. I have gear for alpine/rock and a car. I haven't lead much trad but can follow to about 5.8+ or so (5.10 or so sport) and am quite comfortable on glaciers. I know it's short notice PM me or post a reply. Glen