Generally conditions in the coast range are excellent.
Warmer than average temperatures are keeping lots of
people out in the mountains.
Some things to think about however are the conditions
that are left from this past hot summer.
Glaciers are generally getting harder to travel on,
with bare ice or firn on most slopes. Also Crevasses
are more troublesome right now with many classic
routes such as the North ridge of Wedge requiring more
effort and time to navigate than usual.
As well this hot summer has melted almost all snow in
the alpine, even pockets that usually remain in most
years. This has left a troublesome mess of perched,
dangerous blocks in many areas. Extra care should be
taken at the toes of glaciers and the base of rock
routes that usually are covered in snow or ice. The
lack of left over snow is also making hard to get
water in the alpine.
There have been a few serious accidents in the past
week. Remember to keep your guard up and keep playing
safe.
Craig McGee. IFMGA
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