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marvelous! been wanting that shiz for a while. thanks for the snack.

right on! another beauty on the best rock along the I-90 corridor. Solid work Rad!

I knew it couldn't be Garibaldi, too close. I guess I have never seen Shuksan from that angle. Guess I mixed up Seven Finger Jack with Three Fingers. oops. Thanks Jason.

Trip: Mt Pugh - Standard Date: 11/1/2011 Trip Report: I had a spectacular solo day up Mt Pugh last Tuesday. Mt. Pugh is a pretty straight forward climb for a 7,000+ foot peak. The weather was perfect and the peak's position offered stunning views. This peak is not to be missed for those wanting a quick day out with tremendous 360 views. The scenery was made colorful with lingering Fall colors and snow-capped peaks. Reflection of Pugh from Lake Metan The transition to snowline made the endless switchbacks lovely. The clouds hung low in the valleys adding to the views. Breaking above tree line. The trail switchbacks up the obvious notch (Stujack Pass) Sperry peak looks like it has some Winter potential. I reached the pass and was greeted with more incredible views. White Chuck and Baker The sub peak opposite Pugh NE face. From the pass route finding became more than following a trail due to increasing snow. From Stujack pass I stayed on or near the ridge then traversed the South face weaving through cliff bands and skirting gendarmes. The deep snow made the exposure a bit more real. The route to the summit seemed improbable, but every time I thought I was going to be cliffed out, the path presented itself. Looking back at the ridge I wallowed through knee deep powder just below the summit. Wish I had wore my boots and gaiters and not a pair of trail running shoes. Glacier peak welcomed me as I hit the summit. The 360 views were a joy. Shuksan Pugh, White Chuck, Baker Whitehorse Three Fingers Glacier Peak Looking back on the descent Icy exposure is always more intimidating with only running shoes and a trekking pole. Back at the pass this little insect greeted me. "Are you lost?" Snow starts around 4000ft with lots of it by 5000. Gear Notes: Boots and an ice axe would have been nice. Approach Notes: Trail is in great shape, as is the road but it will soon close for the season.

yea i am interested. pm sent.

Glad some else noticed that

cool! i recognize the cave of tunnel vision at Red Rocks. That was my second trad multi-pitch. way to get after it guys.

wow. excellent story-telling. Thanks for sharing Bill

yea, I am sold. Just gotta up my game a grade. Magnificent adventure Layton!

so many gems still waiting in the cascades. way to prove that point. looks like a gem thats for sure.

Your TRs are a pleasure, this one was no different. Great adventure guys!

jealous of the dad climbing thing.

rock on! thanks for sharing.

How do you make Boston Basin more sweet? Add a pinch of sugar of course! Nice photos Josh.

wow. always impressed with the Dolomites. Thanks for sharing.

i was just talking about how i want to climb more ice this winter

on another realm... nice work.

wowzers!

I love that place! can't wait to get back.

I grew up there. There is plenty of climbing and the best places have been mentioned. If you want info on Mt. Forist I would recommend talking to IME (International Mountain Equipment) in North Conway. They are a great climber store that might have some beta on it.

that place looks lovely! Montana has some hidden gems no?

wicked adventure!

solid season! keep those summers rolling

looks like a vertical suffer fest.

There is something to be said about a summit with the wife. I felt the same way when my then fiance and I climbed Exfoliation Dome together. It had been a multiple try en devour with a rich reward. Nice work Rad.