News of Regional Boards - North America

I'll be climbing Mt. Elbert on Friday, December 11. I'm asking for partners. Anyone interested? Please let me know.

I also would like anyone's help on ensuring that I stay on path regarding the South route. I understand that it can be tricky recognizing trailmarks with snow covering the ground. Also, is the South route the shortest to take? I understand that the Black Cloud Trail is not the best choice for a winter ascent ...

A 73-year old man has been missing on Mt. Whitney since Sunday, October 25.

http://bitsy.spinics.net/177

If you or anyone you know was on or near Mt. Whitney on Sunday or later, follow the link.

Is it possible to summer ski in california in the Yosemite area? I'm planning a trip from SF to LA in June 10. Is there any snow left for backcountry skiing? By the way, I have no knowledge about avalanches...

Thanks!!

With this recent dip in the temperatures....

Anyone seen if Boy Scout Falls or any other East Side ice is in???

We've got about 14" here in the Fort and it's still coming down. My trees are groaning under the weight, but no breakage yet.
What's happening in your neighborhood???

I am planning on spending my spring break in zion this year with my girl friend, and am curious what conditions will be like last week of march first week of april.

I am interested in...

-hikes up to about ten miles

-canyons (we have wet suits, but not dry suits I think it might be a lttile cold still)
preferably not to technical, but a few raps would be ok.

-backpacking I am open ...

I'm heading up towards the end of Nov. I've been up there in late fall, but not winter. Anyone whos climbed it in winter before: what can I expect in terms of snow level/temp/conditions. Also what kind of pro did you take.

thanks

What are recommendations for mountains in late december? what is reasonable in a day. Can be from Lone Pine to Bridgeport.

Looking to do some hiking / peak bagging this winter season in the Northeast...

Have done a bunch of summer hiking in the northeast and have cimbed Rainier and Baker, but never used snowshoes in my adventures.

Anyone have thoughts? I'm relatively new to the board. Much reading, little posting. Thanks!