Rainbow Ridge - October 13, 2010

The phenomenal Indian summer weather continued so we decided to stay in the high country while we could. We chose to do Rainbow Ridge again and this time catch the views.

 Terry admires the Rainbow Glacier

Railroad Grade, Deming Glacier Overlook - October 6, 2010

 Perfect fall weather made an already spectacular hike even more special. Summer had not yet released it's claim on the high country and we were fortunate enough to take advantage of it.

Making our way up along the moraine 

We encountered a marmot ambush. "Hand over your trail mix and no one will get hurt." 

 Mazama Lake



Deming Glacier 

The Sisters 



Mt. Prophet - September 3 - 6, 2010

I had the privilege of joining Emily and Patrick and some of their friends on a four day hike in North Cascades National Park to a remote area on the slopes of Mt. Prophet. It was a challenge for the old man but I loved every minute of it.

Southern Pickets

Morning day 2: Pondering the big climb ahead

Jory contemplates a cliff dive

Beasts of burden

Unnamed Lake on Prophets flank

Am I really up to this?



We had a primo camp the evening of day 2

Ruby Mountain

A good time was had by all.

Glacier on Jack Mountain

Luna Peak

Morning breaks on the Pickets

Elephant Butte

The birthday girl and Patrick



Taking a break at the base of an ancient cedar on Big Beaver creek after the big descent.