The Liberty Bell Group as...

The Liberty Bell Group as seen through the rufescent haze of forest fire smoke. These forest fires make for some interesting mountain conditions. Have they been getting worse in the last few years? I think so. Left to Right: Liberty Bell, North Early Winters Spire, South Early Winters Spire, Blue Lake Peak, and Pk 7651 above Blue Lake. In the background are (L to R): Half Moon, Wallaby Peak (7,995 ft), Abernathy Peak (8,321 ft), Gilbert Mountain, and Copper Point just to the right of Blue Lake Peak. Photo taken on September 6, 2003 from Cutthroat Peak to the WNW.