summithound Posted December 8, 2011 Share Posted December 8, 2011 (edited) Hey All: I haven't had a good scramble in awhile, let alone a scramble in winter like conditions and I'm itching to get out. Saturday looks like the day. Merchant Peak near Baring has been on my "to do" list for quite some time but I don't want to attempt this one solo at the moment. Reference Smoot's Climbing Washington's Mountains for a description of the south gully route. If anybody would like to join, I have two open seatbelts in my car and I'm willing to make a pickup along the way or rendezvous at the Barclay Lake trailhead. The weather forecast is looking great. I'd like to leave Seattle at 4:45 a.m. to allow as much time as possible for the attempt. An ice axe and crampons will be necessary. I will probably stash my snowshoes in the trunk and make a last-minute decision as to whether or not to carry them before we embark. If any of you are interested, holler out! Edited December 9, 2011 by summithound Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JasonG Posted December 11, 2011 Share Posted December 11, 2011 Did you go? The only beta I have is look climber's right at the waterfall. A great winter scramble!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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