JasonG

I think it is time for people to advocate (to their electeds) on behalf of the USFS to re-establish those hundreds of miles of trails that have been neglected or abandoned for decades. Sure seems like hiking is getting popular enough for voices to be heard. Spreading out the use make a difference, though perhaps not on the dog front. I agree that Fido should be left at home, though I'm sure some of you will say I'm a terrible person. That's OK, I know.

If you're talking Corkscrew, River crossing likely too high. If you are talking Bedal, probably steep snow on the ledges. I'd wait a month.

You have have more success posting this in the partners forum.

Good point on the stream crossing. Long ago, about this time of year, we crossed on a giant snow bridge (avi debris), but I bet that is gone by now with the hot spring. Descending via Goode-Storm King col isn't too bad (only one extra rap in addition to raps to and down from black tooth notch), but makes for a long summit day. People do this if they aren't carrying over.

Ha! AKA the Bedayn? That thing looks nasty, at least from below.

Making the most of the injury, nice! Yes, Townsend on a clear day is a pretty great viewpoint. But the rhodies sound like a nice touch, I really like that north side of the peninsula this time of year. Cheeky chipper, that one.

I don't believe so, but my memory is hazy. I remember the terrain is broken enough that you wouldn't want to make a double rappel. And, being that the descent thru black tooth notch is the route of ascent for those doing the 100 highest, I imagine the anchors are in good shape, and numerous. Goode gets a fair amount of traffic, for good reason.

I agree with Wayne, if you get the wedder, Goode should be good(e) to go. Early season is key with that one, at least if you want smooth sailing to get on the route without steel. The NE buttress is so cool, if that is where you are headed. There is a perfect bivy on the actual summit, which I would highly recommend.

I got my second pair of Trango Alps this year and love them. More comfortable than the last iteration and look to be similarly durable. I don't have a source for deals, they are a relatively new boot so I imagine you won't see a sale for some time. I was wondering how the Triolet and Alp could fit you similarly, my experience is it is either one or the other but not both with Scarpa and LS. Sounds like this is what you have settled on as well. I wouldn't expect 10 years out of them though. My last pair of Alps were pretty trashed when they were ready for a re-sole (~6 years). But, it probably depends on where you climb mostly. The North Cascades are pretty hard on boots and mine never survive to a re-sole.

Long shot.....but if anyone finds it, beer for you! I think it was left at the little A-frame outhouse, very close to the parking lot.

Justice Bowie is the O.G. Rugged Outdoorsman. Just don't forget his pups, Truth and Valor!

Oh, man those are some fantastic images! I will be sure to check out the full gallery. That slope on Sherman fails huge in the spring every few years and runs way down the Boulder. I will let the guys at Western (who study these things) know that it went again. It is an awesome sight to behold. From reading the full TR on your site (most excellent), sounds like you could have used one of these: http://www.patagonia.com/us/product/mens-tropic-comfort-hoody-ii?p=52123-0

If you're free, you should go with Ben!! He's as solid as they come, with a gold-plated (Smoot approved) tick list.

It's usually not the bridges you see that will get you. After falling in a hidden 'shrund unroped ~10 years ago I pretty much always rope up crossing crevassed terrain. Partially because I have dependents now, and partially because I saw (vividly) how it would be to die that way. I got a second chance, but many aren't so lucky

Did Bill survive the car?

So perfect. Amazing actually. The epitome of weekend warrior smash and grab. Love it!

The NPS doesn't like people pruning on the trail, but they haven't caught anyone that I'm aware of. They just complain loudly when they discover it. Why they refuse to maintain the Boston Basin trail is beyond me (but not surprising). Part of it was a road, and all of it was constructed and maintained for years. There is a permit system in place in the basin to limit use, and frequent ranger enforcement. Volunteer groups would gladly (and do!) maintain it. There is just no good reason to let it grow in. Perhaps everyone could let them know if you feel the same?

I love, love, love the cloud sea! One of the best things about an early start or a high bivy around these parts. Thanks for the report, that is a great area. And dogs are (always?) allowed in wilderness areas, at least in my experience. National parks are a different story, however. Did the hammock keep the rodents off you?

and the huts!

Yep, thanks for figuring it out for the rest of us! More importantly, glad you didn't get hurt on your slip on the descent.

Excellent timing! I was wondering if you stuck to the original plan, it all looked like it was coming together after all. Post up a TR if you have the time.

Unless you have a very large window (and a guide), your chances of success during that time frame are slim to none. Often we have some of our most active weather of the season during that time, and we are heading into a La Nina. Come in mid-July and hire a guide service. I suspect nearly all of them that guide Rainier will give you a great experience.

I can see I need to spend more time hiking around at night.

No marmots?