bill85

i'd offer a ride if i wasn't so strapped for time. sorry, bro. thinking hood soon though.

Anybody wanna scramble up St. Helens before they enforce the daily quotas? Avalanche danger doesn't look to be too high, and I need a warmer for the spring/summer. I'm in Olympia.

Thanks!

Thanks for the invite. I'll let you know if I can get away during the week.

I actually went to the Mountaineers' first event this year and pondered joining but was turned off by all the fees and requirements. I thought I'd see if I could just rub elbows with some local climbers and learn as I go. I sort of regret not joining because of the easy opportunities to meet like minded individuals though.

I'd like to work towards that.

Thanks for the perspective, Wastral. I understand what you mean. I've run across examples of that on this site. Guys from the Southeast wanting to come up and do Baker in April with no glacier travel experience and such. I, however, am seeking to up my skill set so that I can feel more comfortable doing some decent ascents this summer. By no means am I setting goals to climb Liberty Ridge or North Ridge of Baker. I'm just trying to pick some brains and learn some stuff while enjoying some time outofdoors. And I definitely employ the "light is right" doctrine to climbing/trekking. I appreciate you looking out for green horns like myself though.

Definitely got my copy of "freedom." I appreciate the feedback and will hit you up soon. Thanks!

Hey Tyler, Thanks for the reply. I plan on doing Adams this summer for sure. I'd be really interested in doing Hood, too. Maybe we can set something up. I don't really have any rope training so I'm trying to get that in before doing any decent ascents. Let me know. Bill

Rob, I'm more interested in mountaineering, but I'm open to anything. I'd really like to tackle a couple of the volcanoes this summer. I totally understand your time constraints. I'm 25 and don't have many obligations... yet. I'm actually going to a climbing gym tomorrow with an acquaintance to get more familiar with rope work. Thanks for the feedback!

Hi all, I've been following this site closely since I moved here about six months ago. I'm gradually getting into mountaineering. I've accumulated a fair amount of gear and make frequent trips to smaller peaks in the Olympics and cascades, ie Ellinor, Rose, Saint Helens, Mount Si, to acclimatize to the sport. I'm looking for an individual that doesn't mind having me along on some minor to moderate ascents. I'm in good condition and what I lack in skills and knowledge I make up for in sheer determination. I'm currently located in Olympia. I'd be happy to commute on the weekends to wherever is necessary. Any feedback is appreciated. Thanks!