+Kenr74 Posted February 9, 2005 Share Posted February 9, 2005 For those of you in the Portland area PORTLAND PARKS AND REC.. offers some climbing "classes". They have a great guide and it is cheaper than just going out and hiring a guide. I've done Hood, Adams, and St Helens through them and have always had great trips. It's a good way for the new climbers to get to know the sport if you don't have an experienced person to go with already. I don't think they have the climbs listed until around the end of this month but they usually offer climbs on all the local mountains. Quote Link to comment
+Palm Grunt Posted April 7, 2005 Share Posted April 7, 2005 Any new activity on planning the climb? There are 2-3 of us from Team Redleg wanting to go. Once the dates get firmed up we can look at our training calendars to de-conflict it. Some of us have military schools to go to starting in mid-August, so the sooner a date is decided the better for us. Palm Grunt Quote Link to comment
+Bull Moose Posted April 8, 2005 Author Share Posted April 8, 2005 I've been so bogged down in studying for the USPTO exam and new baby duties, I haven't thought much about it. I'll be out hiking this weekend, hopefully that will get me inspired. Quote Link to comment
+hydnsek Posted April 25, 2005 Share Posted April 25, 2005 What's the scoop on the Muir trial run? When, who's leading, etc? I was hoping to come, if I know when.... And the assault on Mt Adams? Ditto. thanks! Quote Link to comment
+EraSeek Posted April 27, 2005 Share Posted April 27, 2005 Its kinda weather dependant and I hope not too early, but how about keeping an eye on May 15 for Muir. I can't remember how early I've done muir before. I know I've done St Helens on May 15 in the past. Adams? I don't think I'll commit to that until maybe that last minute if someone puts it together. Quote Link to comment
Moun10Bike Posted April 27, 2005 Share Posted April 27, 2005 Its kinda weather dependant and I hope not too early, but how about keeping an eye on May 15 for Muir. Ah, bummer. With the Ridin' the Iron Horse II event on May 14th, I likely won't be able to get away that day. Quote Link to comment
+hydnsek Posted April 27, 2005 Share Posted April 27, 2005 Its kinda weather dependant and I hope not too early, but how about keeping an eye on May 15 for Muir. Ah, bummer. With the Ridin' the Iron Horse II event on May 14th, I likely won't be able to get away that day. Ditto. Quote Link to comment
+EraSeek Posted April 27, 2005 Share Posted April 27, 2005 Ok how about June 5th? Quote Link to comment
+Kenr74 Posted April 27, 2005 Share Posted April 27, 2005 Ok how about June 5th? I could do that. Anybody else interested? Quote Link to comment
+hydnsek Posted April 28, 2005 Share Posted April 28, 2005 Ok how about June 5th? I'm in! Quote Link to comment
+EraSeek Posted May 21, 2005 Share Posted May 21, 2005 I think I need to retract my commitment to this at the time. Things in my time and transportation resources are rather muddled at the present moment. If there is a date I'll come if I can find a way, but I'm not in a great postion right now to make firm promises on dates or events. Sorry. Quote Link to comment
+evergreenhiker! Posted May 21, 2005 Share Posted May 21, 2005 Same here....I might be interested in going for Adams,but things have come up. Friends wedding, new girlfriend, etc. Got a feeling it'll be next summer before I attempt it as I really should have been trainign for it by now. Quote Link to comment
+Square Bear Posted May 22, 2005 Share Posted May 22, 2005 Have to work that weekend, it looks like most of my weekends this Summer are all ready booked up so it looks like I might not be able to commet two weekends to do this hike. Quote Link to comment
+Stump Posted June 10, 2005 Share Posted June 10, 2005 The Mt. Adams climb is mentioned in WTA's new guide to Gifford-Pinchot (pdf). Climbing: Mount Adams Round Trip: 7 miles Climbing time: Allow 12 hours or 2 days High point: 12,276 feet Elevation Gain: 6,675 Best Hiking Time: Summer Maps: Green Trails #366, Mount Adams West Getting There: South Climb Trailhead is at Cold Springs campground just south of the Mt. Adams Wilderness where South Climb trail No. 183and Cold Springs trail No. 72 depart Whom to Contact: Mount Adams Ranger District, (509) 394-3400 At 12,276 feet, Mount Adams is the second tallest of Washington’s five volcanoes. Even so, hikers with minimal climbing experience can summit Mount Adams via its non-technical South Climb. Climbing from the South, via Lunch Counter is a long and difficult hike, and climbers will encounter snow and exposed slopes, which add to the difficulty. However, hikers will not have to rope in or rappel, so limited technical expertise is all that is necessary. Since Mount Adams reaches above12,000 feet, all hikers, no matter how fit, will have to be aware of the signs of hypoxia, or altitude sickness, and be prepared to turn around if those symptoms show up. All South Climbers should carry crampons and an ice axe and know how to self-arrest. Since mountain weather is changeable, even during the warmest months, bring extra clothing, food, and all of the ten essentials. Novice climbers can hook up with organized group climbs, led by both The Mountaineers and The Mazamas. SOUTH CLIMB From the Cold Springs campground, head north on trail #183. Cross the Round-the-Mountain trail (#9), and continue until you’re just below the Crescent Glacier. Skirt to the left (west) of the Glacier, continue ascending until you reach a large, flat area called the Lunch Counter, which is at about 9,000 feet. Stop here, grab a snack and a lot of water, and then continue your ascent. You’ll continue climbing due north on the snowfield just west of the glacier until you reach the false summit of Adams, also known as Piker’s Peak (11,700 feet). There’s a dip and then a steep climb to the summit, which is about 600 feet higher than the false summit. Since this climb is not on a trail, keep looking back so you get a sense of what you should be seeing on your way back down. To make sure you’re headed the right way, recross Piker’s Peak, and bear southeast down the side of the Crescent Glacier. If you like, you may stay overnight at the top of the Crescent Glacier on the way up. This is recommended, as it will allow your body to acclimate to the altitude. Quote Link to comment
+pdxmarathonman Posted June 15, 2005 Share Posted June 15, 2005 Is there a geo-group outting still planned? Quote Link to comment
+Kenr74 Posted June 24, 2005 Share Posted June 24, 2005 I think I'm going to shoot for climbing the South side of Adams on 8/6-7 or 8/20-21. Just did Hood last weekend and it was beautiful. Adams is strenuous but an easy "climb" if anybody is interested in joining. Quote Link to comment
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