Hello!
I'll be driving up on July 5th and was hoping to do Rainier in a day. Was thinking DC just for the trench and have a solo permit, but my wife would be happy if I had a partner. I'd prefer the 6th simply since I think the crowds would be a tad smaller on a Friday but am flexible. I'd also be up for another route if you have something in mind. I have glacier experience and was planning on checking out some other peaks while up there too. Shoot me a PM if interested.