That sounds like it was fun! I want to try this, but...
1. I'm 14 years old; I can't drive. However, my dad has a friend who used to do a lot of climbing. He would love to take me.
2. Would it be possible for me to do this? I can easily hike Mount Woodson (2000ft ascent/descent) and Black Mountain (1000ft ascent/descent), the only mountains near me, and thus, the only mountains I can climb/hike.
3. I'm 14 years old; I have absolutely no gear (and never have), and have no idea how to use crampons and the like. However, my dad's friend (remember, he used to do climbing, such as Mount Shasta and Rainier) can teach me how to use ice gear during the climb. There is still the problem of not HAVING any ice gear, though.
Jashaszun, sorry it has taken me so long to answer your question. I've been busy in the mountains. Yes, you can climb San Jacinto, but don't do it alone. You need some experience in the mountains, so go with someone. There are a ton of hikers in Southern California that you can team up with. Lots of young people your age climb in the mountains. There are hiking clubs, Boy Scout Troops, school groups, and lots of individual hikers who would love for you to join and then teach you the basics. If you can't find anyone to go with, I could probably put you in touch with someone.
Jashaszun - May 27, 2012 1:36 pm - Hasn't voted
Cool Hike!That sounds like it was fun! I want to try this, but...
1. I'm 14 years old; I can't drive. However, my dad has a friend who used to do a lot of climbing. He would love to take me.
2. Would it be possible for me to do this? I can easily hike Mount Woodson (2000ft ascent/descent) and Black Mountain (1000ft ascent/descent), the only mountains near me, and thus, the only mountains I can climb/hike.
3. I'm 14 years old; I have absolutely no gear (and never have), and have no idea how to use crampons and the like. However, my dad's friend (remember, he used to do climbing, such as Mount Shasta and Rainier) can teach me how to use ice gear during the climb. There is still the problem of not HAVING any ice gear, though.
Do you think I have any chance of doing this?
Dennis Poulin - Aug 31, 2012 2:23 pm - Hasn't voted
Re: Cool Hike!Jashaszun, sorry it has taken me so long to answer your question. I've been busy in the mountains. Yes, you can climb San Jacinto, but don't do it alone. You need some experience in the mountains, so go with someone. There are a ton of hikers in Southern California that you can team up with. Lots of young people your age climb in the mountains. There are hiking clubs, Boy Scout Troops, school groups, and lots of individual hikers who would love for you to join and then teach you the basics. If you can't find anyone to go with, I could probably put you in touch with someone.
Dennis