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Utah Mountaineering Ongoing Thread WINTER 2007-2008

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 Author Topic: Utah Mountaineering Ongoing Thread WINTER 2007-2008
Curt


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PostPosted: Fri Feb 08, 2008 5:58 pm GMT  Quote
 
Matthew Van Horn wrote:
The only problem is that I work until 8 AM and I wouldn't be starting a trail until 9 AM. Anyone looking for a shorter half-day hike?

However, I could be convinced to go to the Pfeifferhorn or Olympus if others are going and wouldn't mind a later start...


I am interested, BUT... I do not have avy gear, and would not know what to do with it if I did. So, with the risk level currently "considerable" on all aspects and pockets of high danger, I need to stay out of anything where that stuff is required until I fill that particular hole in my skill-set.

I either need to get avy education soon, or conditions need to stabilize. I'm developing a nasty twitch from not getting out.
Matthew Van Horn


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PostPosted: Fri Feb 08, 2008 7:12 pm GMT  Quote
 
I don't own a transceiver yet, and I'm not going to rent one tomorrow, so I will be going only where it is avy safe. That "considerable" advisory really limits the choices.
Curt


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PostPosted: Fri Feb 08, 2008 7:48 pm GMT  Quote
 
So, considering the limited options, what's your preference? I'm not picky. I just can't stand the thought of spending tomorrow in town.
mtn runr


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PostPosted: Sat Feb 09, 2008 12:26 am GMT  Quote
 
You guys should go do Olympus or Grandeur. But stay off the Pfeiff tomorrow. It will be a minefield.
apachedino


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PostPosted: Sat Feb 09, 2008 5:54 am GMT  Quote
 
Yeah I was hoping to do the Pfeiff tomorrow, but it isn't looking so good and is probably severely wind loaded on the east side of the pyramid. I am thinking of Olympus maybe.

Bruce I would still like to do Everest Ridge sometime this season and Grizz I agree, let's get out again sometime, I am up for almost anything when conditions are right and I have the time. Just keep posting plans on this board and things will work out. Very Happy
marauders


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PostPosted: Sun Feb 10, 2008 7:15 am GMT  Quote
 
Anybody get out this weekend? I am 100% in, this coming weekend, assuming the snow plays nice. Timp? Lone Peak? Hopefully you caught this alpenglow yesterday. Mighty nice. (Sometimes SP photos can get carried away with Photoshop, so I must say that these are untouched. All I did was crop 'em. The color was really that good.)



marauders


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PostPosted: Mon Feb 11, 2008 6:53 pm GMT  Quote
 
EDIT: Starting around 4 or 5am now.
Looking at the forecast, Friday seems like a good day to climb.

I'm thinking I'd like to attempt the Northeast Ridge of Cascade Mountain. Typically this would be a very difficult slog through powder, but with last week's dense snow and the brutal wind, there appears to be a very solid wind crust covering most of the ridge. In addition, the higher temperatures and sun will add a melt-freeze crust that should make the travel as easy as it will ever get in mid-winter.

My thought is to travel up Bunnell's Fork, traverse up to the Northeast Ridge, then take the ridge to the summit. We'll try dropping a few of those monster cornices off the top, and if nothing goes, just maybe we can take a ride down the east face. If not, we'll return the way we came.

Friday and Saturday are forecasted to be sunny/partly sunny with higher temps in the 30's. That east face will warm up awfully quick for a possible descent, so I'd like to get an early start around 4 or 5am, but later probably wouldn't be too bad as well. Meet at South Fork Park. I'm planning on 8 hours to summit. Talk about a killer sunrise high up on the mountain with Timp, Provo Peak, oooooh should be nice.

Stats:
Vertical Gain: 5,400 ft.
One-Way Distance: 4.25 miles

Let me know if anyone would like to join.

Cascade Mtn with the northeast ridge on the left.


Cascade Mtn with the entire northeast ridge on the right.


Cascade Mtn east face.
Sigvaton


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PostPosted: Wed Feb 13, 2008 3:17 am GMT  Quote
 
I'm in. All I need are the details.
Bruce Christensen


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PostPosted: Wed Feb 13, 2008 5:16 am GMT  Quote
 
marauders wrote:
I'm thinking I'd like to attempt the Northeast Ridge of Cascade Mountain.

I'd love to come, but I'm not sure if I'll be able to get away from school. I'll keep you posted. I also have a friend who's interested who will hopefully be contacting you.
marauders


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PostPosted: Wed Feb 13, 2008 5:52 pm GMT  Quote
 
Details:
We'll meet Friday at 4am sharp at the South Fork Park on the east side of Cascade. The plan is to start up Bunnell's Fork, capture the northeast ridge, and take that to the summit. Here's a topozone map showing the trailhead and the beginning of the NE ridge.

If you are not familiar with the trailhead at South Fork Park, take I-15 to the Orem 800 North exit. Travel east on 800 North until it takes you up Provo Canyon. Travel up Provo Canyon and exit at Vivian Park (on your right). The Vivian Park road is also called South Fork road and it parallels Cascade on its east side. Continue up South Fork until you hit the major city park on your right. It's obvious with a big sign and a parking lot. Meet there.

Skis or snowshoes. The snow will probably be very compacted and windblown on the summit ridge so crampons and an axe will likely be a good companion as well.

So far we have:
Matt
Alan
Brett
Nick

Anyone else is welcome to join here or PM me.
Bruce Christensen


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PostPosted: Fri Feb 15, 2008 5:26 am GMT  Quote
 
marauders wrote:
Anyone else is welcome to join here or PM me.

I'm in. But I hope you all are in bed already and don't see this message. Smile
marauders


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PostPosted: Sat Feb 16, 2008 5:17 am GMT  Quote
 
Bruce Christensen wrote:
I'm in. But I hope you all are in bed already and don't see this message. Smile


Bruce, sorry man! I didn't check the forum last night, so I didn't anticipate you coming. We ended up taking the East Ridge rather than the Northeast Ridge so we used a different trailhead.

We made it to about 900 vertical feet below the summit, but unfortunately the snow was soft and cooking, so the top of the route became an endless slog. Ah, we should have left at 1am after all.

We opted to ski down below the summit and get the snow before it was ruined for the day. We'll get out again soon. Some pics turned out well. I'll add them to a route page to come.









Bruce Christensen


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PostPosted: Sun Feb 17, 2008 12:18 am GMT  Quote
 
marauders wrote:
Bruce, sorry man! I didn't check the forum last night, so I didn't anticipate you coming. We ended up taking the East Ridge rather than the Northeast Ridge so we used a different trailhead.


No problem. Looks like you guys had a good day anyway without us. Smile Nice pictures.

Brett and I waited around wondering where everyone was until 4:30, and then we took off. We made it about 3/4 of the way up the route, but didn't summit. I wrote up a trip report and a page on the Northeast Ridge route. Many of my pictures are attached to the trip report, but you can view the rest in my Picasa album.







marauders


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PostPosted: Mon Feb 18, 2008 4:17 am GMT  Quote
 
Bruce Christensen wrote:
No problem. Looks like you guys had a good day anyway without us. Smile Nice pictures.

Brett and I waited around wondering where everyone was until 4:30, and then we took off. We made it about 3/4 of the way up the route, but didn't summit. I wrote up a trip report and a page on the Northeast Ridge route.


On our drive down south fork, I stopped to take a closer look at the NE ridge and saw your tracks. Assuming neither of you were able to make it, I was extremely curiously about who was up there.

Nice pics! The last one is great, you get a good look at the crux. Between the two routes we climbed, the east ridge looks more direct, but the crux appears to be more difficult. So I guess each route has its challenges. I must say I'm motivated to do it again soon. For both of our teams to come so close without a summit just fuels you for a second bid. The snow isn't always this stable, and Cascade, especially Bunnell's Fork, can be a dangerous beast, so I'd like to try this one again soon.

But before another stab at Cascade, I'd like to hit Timpanogos next. My next window is the weekend of March 1st or 8th depending on conditions. I'm thinking Primrose Cirque to the summit, then ski/glissade down the front face for those that are interested, or return down Primrose, depending on conditions. I'll shore up some plans as the time approaches if anyone is interested to join.
cantr


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PostPosted: Wed Feb 20, 2008 5:12 am GMT  Quote
 
Hi everyone, looking for some training climbs this winter as I prepare for Rainier. Unfortunately living in Miami makes training for climbing a little difficult Wink

In December i did some hiking and ice climbing in NH. I wanted to try the mountains around SLC. I have never been to area and was wondering if anyone had recommendations.

I am looking to go in March (probably end of March) for about 3 or 4 days. Not looking for an overnight trip unless its worth while. Looking for 1 or 2 peaks that will give me a good feel for altitude (9k - 11k) and elevation gain. I am in good shape, a bit slow but constant pace (c'mon i live in Miami) climber.

Thanks for any advice you guys can provide
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