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It looked pretty wet this weekend (at least most of the Pearly Gates - I did not get a look at the face itself).

 

Bridge Creek Campground is still closed due to snow and there is quite a bit along the road still even in Tumwater. If the temps stay warm like they are now, things should change soon, however (maybe 3 weeks?).

 

 

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I was out there yesterday to climb Outer Space. The wall is completely dry and the descent is snow free. Ticks are crawling on the wall though. I found about a dozen on me while climbing. My buddy saw one climb the wall and jump at him!

 

The climbers trail is buried in significant blow down making it hard to follow.

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hey locals, any idea when the tick population returns to a normal level? I was thinking that may was a "normal" tick time period.

 

was thinking of heading out there next weekend for a fam camping/chill climbing weekend. If memory serves right, it seems like the farther you get away from the road, the ticks get worse. True?

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I have some 98% deet spray, but i'm hesitant to use that shit these days... Anyone use any sort of natural repellent with good results?

 

Try the natural Lemon Eucalyptus - reviews are varied, but it seems to work for me and not as toxic as 100% Deet.

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Take it from one who has seen tick borne illnesses on their child and their friend - 100% DEET can't possibly harm you as much.

 

+1000

 

I grew up in NY and Lyme Disease is no joke (not sure if it's in WA) but I've been "DEETING" since a young lad and have no ill effects that I know of. My sister picked up Lyme and STILL has joint issues a decade after..

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