JayB Posted June 9, 2002 Posted June 9, 2002 Unfortunately the TR in this posting is short for "Trail Report" rather than "Trip Report" as the conditions up high did not bode well for an ascent. By the time we decided to leave our high camp at the crest of Kennedy Ridge on Saturday afternoon, the slopes at 5500' were loaded with at least a foot of new snow (conveniently positioned atop icy spring snow for avalanche fans)with more on the way. We were relucant to leave after the 10 mile approach the previous day, but it just didn't seem as though the avalanche conditions would abate enough for us to consider a climb this weekend. For those interested in the conditions on the approach, read on.... -Intermittent snow on the trail between 3-4 miles. -Trail almost completely covered by the time the trail nears the Kennedy Hot springs. -Snow level as low as 4200' this weekend, with accumulations on the order of 1' or more above 5000' feet. If it warms up for the next couple of days the route should be in perfect shape. If you're heading out there, enjoy! [ 06-09-2002, 09:53 AM: Message edited by: JayB ] Quote
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