Blake Posted April 24, 2004 Posted April 24, 2004 I'm going to be hiking St. helens on Sunday, and skiing down (friend snowboarding). I've never been there before, and was wondering if there is anything special I should know. I'm familiar with the permit system and all that, but are crampons and an axe necessary? Any other approach/route/ski down notes? I'm thinking 5 hrs for the boot up, does this seem reasonable for some in-shape guys? Maybe it'll be so crowded that I can just follow the pack... Thanks a lot!! Quote
btowle Posted April 24, 2004 Posted April 24, 2004 I'm familiar with the permit system and all that, but are crampons and an axe necessary? Any other approach/route/ski down notes? They probably won't be necessary, but I usually carry them just in case they make it easier near the top. Usually can skin to the summit. I'm thinking 5 hrs for the boot up, does this seem reasonable for some in-shape guys? Depends on how many people you want to pass and how much of a hurry you are in. I usually figure 5-5.5 hours for a trip without a lot of stops (only for sunscreen and pictures and something to munch on), but not breaking much of a sweat. Maybe it'll be so crowded that I can just follow the pack... No maybe about it. Quote
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