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[TR] columbia river gorge - any 12/14/2008


Lucky Larry

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New to Oregon and the NW but heard that the ice scene should be epic this week. Looking for ice climbing partners that know the area and would be willing to get in some routes this holiday season. I have all my own gear with the exception of ice pro. cell: 415-516-1370

 

If anyone needs a rope gun...just kidding, but it does look sick.

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A little haiku...

 

 

"Gorge ice, a precious treasure!

Two days driving, bare rock and snow

Crown Jewel? Slush consolation..."

 

The wet-n-windy Gorge classic was climbed today with 13cms and a little patience, so go get er - but please remember:

 

1) Respect RR property and hike in via Rooster Rock SP(~30min). Don't screw up access for everyone just because you're lazy!

 

2) Leave our cordelette and biner for others to safely rappel from(climber's right, 10ft past topout).

 

3) P1 bolt anchor climber's left on ledge, 40m(iced over - chop em out)

 

4) Neutral colored clothing attracts way less attention and hassle for everyone on this highly visible climb.

 

5) Call your mom and tell her you love her.

 

Here's what I've seen as of 12/16...

 

Cape Horn Gullys: Yes

Salmon Run: No

Strand: No

Pete's Pile: No

Starvin' Marvin: No

Ainsworth Left: No

Lower Mist Falls: Yes(but why?)

Kearney Route: No

Pump House Blues: Yes

Tatras: Yes

Black Dagger: No

Crown Jewel: Yes

Tunnel Vision: Yes

 

 

 

 

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ok - not gonna beg fer hard earned local beta...but how worthwhile is it to come up from down south...and just drive down the gorge looking for lines? Dumb question? Waste of a day?

 

Lost my copy of the only guidebook I had that had any gorge ice in it...

 

Might make the drive regardless...getting desperate enough...

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Got some pics of some guys climbing on what I think is Mist falls just East of Crown Point on 12/16/08 in the afternoon from the RR Tracks. Anyone know who it was? I was going to give the 2 guys some pics and videos I took of them. Anyone been out today to see how the ice is with this warming going on?

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