Next Tuesday, the Sierra Club Peak Climbing Section is hosting Jim Thornburg, author/photographer of Stone Mountains: North America�s Best Crags.�

From: Joe Sambataro <joe@...>;
To: Joe Sambataro <joe@...>;
Subject: Summit Reminder and Agenda
Sent: Fri, Sep 2, 2011 9:55:15 PM

[Apologies if you received a similar email in duplicate – we want to make sure we don’t miss anyone]

Affiliate Network, RCs, and Climbing Advocates:

We are less than a month away from the National Access and Stewardship Summit September 30^th – October 2^nd. If you haven’t RSVP’d yet, RSVPs are required and due by September 22^nd to make sure we have enough materials, food, and space for everyone. RSVP at www.accessfund.org/summit2011. Remember, it’s free to attend! If you travelling from afar, book your travel accommodations as soon as possible.

Attached is an updated agenda of the Summit. It includes additional info on workshops, presenters, driving directions, and accommodation info. There will be 17 workshops to choose from, hands-on trail work training at Golden Cliffs, a taco truck, and much more.

Please share this email with other volunteers and board members in your LCO. Also attached is a flyer to share with your climbing friends or post at local gyms.

Attendees are responsible for their own travel and accommodations but we are here to help. This year, we were lucky to award travel scholarships to 14 volunteers thanks to additional support from CLIF Bar. This application process is now closed but we hope to incorporate this again in future summits. The Access Fund also rented a house in Golden and Boulder that will cost attendees approximately $30/night for Friday and Saturday night. There are a couple openings still – shoot us an email if you are interested. If you are local to the Front Range and have space for an attendee September 30-October 2, let us know if you are willing to host a climber.

This summit would not be possible without all of our presenters, panelists, volunteers, regional coordinators, and affiliate climbing organizations. We also would like to thank CLIF Bar as the leading sponsor and Colorado Mountain Club for donated the conference space. Hope to see you there!

Enjoy your Labor Day weekend,

Joe Sambataro
Access Director | The Access Fund
Tel: 303-545-6772x112

RSVP for the 2011 National Access & Stewardship Summit today!
Join us in Golden, CO on September 30^th- October 2^nd for 3 days of workshops, field trips, and activities on stewardship & education, local support & mobilization, policy, and land conservation.

#1547

From: "rimfounder" <harrisonhood@...>
Date: Sat Sep 3, 2011 4:23 pm
Subject: ANCHOR CLINIC SEPTEMBER 11

rimfounder

Hood Mountain Adventures is offering a hands on course which is a comprehensive
next step for the gym climber, boulderer or even sport and outdoor climber who
would like to learn more about placing protection, setting anchors for top rope
climbing and belay stations. Also by the end of the day we will have gone over
how to make bomb proof anchors, rescue systems, safety and rescue techniques and
escaping the belay. There is a ton off tricks, knots and skills taught through
out the day; so I advise bringing a note book. All the protection is provided.
$75

Please join us for a full day of climbing and instruction. Classes are on Mt.
Saint Helena and last from around 10am to 4pm. Bring layered loose fitting
clothing, food and water. Bring a pack to carry your food and gear for the hike
into the climbing area.

For more information about this clinic or to find out about availability contact
Harrison Hood at 707-217-4730

#1548

From: emilie cortes <mountaineerchica@...>
Date: Thu Sep 8, 2011 1:03 am
Subject: Author of "Stone Mountains: North America�s Best Crags" 9/13/11 in Palo Alto, CA

emiliecortes...

The Peninsula Conservation Center

Next Tuesday, the Sierra Club Peak Climbing Section is hosting Jim Thornburg, author/photographer of Stone Mountains: North America�s Best Crags.�

Join us if you can!

Great Climbing Destinations: Coast to Coast

Start: 09/13/2011 7:30 pm

Meeting Location (click for directions):�

The most published climbing photographer of the past 20 years, Bay Area native Jim Thornburg is a master at capturing the profound interplay between climber and crag. His photos have graced the covers of numerous magazines and catalogs, including Climbing, Rock and Ice, Patagonia, and Black Diamond.

Tonight, Jim will share highlights of his life�s work, featured in Stone Mountains: North America�s Best Crags, his new large format photo book showcasing 35 climbing areas spanning the continent. Join Jim for a visual tour of treasured crags, including the fantastic granite boulders of Joshua Tree; the perfect limestone of El Potrero Chico (Hidalgo, Mexico); the spectacular overhangs of Red River Gorge (Kentucky) and the Gunks (Shawangunk Ridge, New York state); off-the-track destinations here in the greater Bay Area; and more.

Park around the back of the PCC and enter through the back door.

Facebook invite link - https://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=233752196644190

--
Emilie Cortes, CFA
mountaineerchica@...
415-260-3618
http://www.linkedin.com/in/emiliecortes
http://twitter.com/teamxwhisperers

#1549

From: "rimfounder" <harrisonhood@...>
Date: Thu Sep 8, 2011 9:10 pm
Subject: Anchor clinic Sunday 9/11

rimfounder

There is room for 2 more people. Can somebody give a ride to Sebastian from San
Fransico

Hood Mountain Adventures is offering a hands on course which is a comprehensive
next step for the gym climber, boulderer or even sport and outdoor climber who
would like to learn more about placing protection, setting anchors for top rope
climbing and belay stations.

By the end of the day we will have gone over how to make bomb proof anchors,
rescue systems, safety and rescue techniques and escaping the belay. There are a
ton of tricks, knots and skills taught throughout the day; so I advise bringing
a note book. All the protection is provided. Please join us for a full day of
climbing and instruction. Classes are on Mt. Saint Helena and last from around
10am to 4pm. Bring layered loose fitting clothing, food and water. Bring a pack
to carry your food and gear for the hike into the climbing area.

Cost:  $75

For more information about this clinic or to find out about availability contact
Harrison Hood at 707-217-4730.

#1550

From: Jeff Vargen <jvargen@...>
Date: Mon Sep 12, 2011 4:10 pm
Subject: Don't make me SOLO !

jvargen

If you have the first week of Oct off and want to jump on a wall, maybe El Cap. Let me know.

Jeff

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VgnCK7z6J0I

#1551

From: Alberto Hung <albertohung@...>
Date: Thu Sep 15, 2011 1:00 pm
Subject: Fan Page "Monta�as Peruanas"

hung_pitman

Hola gente monta�era, los invito a ver esta nueva p�gina de facebook creada para la �nica revista peruana que difunde las monta�as de Per� "Monta�as Peruanas", ingresa aqu� y se un "fan": http://www.facebook.com/pages/Monta%C3%B1as-Peruanas/259870037379494?sk=wall y ya saben que pueden ver el �ltimo n�mero de la revista en: www.montanasperuanas.com
Saludos Monta�eros.

Alberto Hung Pitman

Gu�a Internacional de Monta�a |Escalador Industrial | Asesor HSE
M�vil: 511-999766274
Web: www.albertohung.com | Facebook: Alberto-Hung | Blog: www.albertohung.blogspot.com

Revista On Line: www.montanasperuanas.com | Empresa vertical: www.solucionesverticales.com.pe

#1552

From: Tom Cronin <tombcronin@...>
Date: Wed Sep 21, 2011 6:12 pm
Subject: Fw: 2 spots open for Tuolumne meetup this weekend

tombcronin

From: Bill Kish <info@...>;
To: <tombcronin@...>;
Subject: 2 spots open for Tuolumne meetup this weekend
Sent: Wed, Sep 21, 2011 5:55:02 PM

Your Organizer, Bill Kish, sent the following message to some members of Bay Area Mountaineering:

Due to last minute cancellations a couple spots have opened up for the Tuolumne meetup this weekend. It promises to be another good time in the mountains!

Regards,

Bill

To visit Bay Area Mountaineering, go here:
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#1557

From: Tom Cronin <tombcronin@...>
Date: Thu Sep 29, 2011 7:17 pm
Subject: AAC SNS News and Events

tombcronin

http://www.americanalpineclub.org/p/jobs

AAC SNS News and Events (Correction on Date)

OOPS - There was a typo in my last email regarding the date of the SNS Holiday Party @ Spengers with George Lowe. The correct date is Sunday December 4

AAC Looking for New Regional Coordinator for Western States

As part of the AAC's five year strategic plan, the AAC is looking for a new Regional Coordinator for the geographical area of California, Nevada, and Arizona. If you or any climbers you know are in the market for a new job, send 'em to the Job Listing here:

Contact AAC Content & Marketing Manager Luke Bauer (lbauer@...) or AAC Community Programs Director John Bragg (jbragg@...) with any questions or concerns.

American Himalayan Foundation Celebrates 30 Year Anniversary with Dinner on October 26, 2011, San Francisco

Our good friends at the American Himalayan Foundation are celebrating its 30 year anniversary this year with a very special and worthwhile event dedicated to making small miracles happen: the American Himalayan Foundation’s Annual Dinner, Oct 26, 2011 in San Francisco.

In attendance will be an impressive summit party (in both senses!) with 40+ ascents among them – from the first Americans on Everest, Jim Whittaker and Tom Hornbein, to Ed Viesturs, Pete Athans, Jon Krakauer, Conrad Anker, Jimmy Chin and the world record holder Apa Sherpa (all of whom are AAC members by the way).

Also in attendance will be a summiter of a different kind: Dr. Ashok Banskota, Director of the Hospital and Rehab center for Disabled Children in Kathmandu, whose team works miracles for young lives every day, mending the broken limbs and bodies of Nepal’s poorest disabled children.

It will be a very entertaining evening, full of tall tales – and perhaps some poignant ones —and a few surprises. Doing good, being kind, having fun. For information or reservations please email our friend Norbu Tenzing at Norbu@... or call him at 415-288-7250.

This will be a fun event for a good cause and an opportunity to visit with others who share an interest in the Himalaya.

Save the Date: Sierra Nevada Section Annual Holiday Dinner @ Spengers in Berkeley Sunday December 4 with Presentation by Renowned Alpinist George Lowe

Save the date - its not too early to start planning to attend. We are excited to announce that our guest speaker/slide show presenter at this year's SNS annual Holiday Dinner is alpinist extraordinaire George Lowe. Climbing in the greater ranges, 8000 meter peaks, first ascents, north faces, high standard rock climbing - - George has done it all, and still gets after it. Save this date on your calendar and join us for this great event. Sunday December 4, 5:00 pm, Spengers Fish Grotto in Berkeley. Info on how to reserve your spot will be forthcoming.

Thanks for supporting the AAC and your Sierra Nevada Section.
SNS Chair
Tom Burch
tcburch@...

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#1558

From: Tom Cronin <tombcronin@...>
Date: Sun Oct 2, 2011 6:35 pm
Subject: Reel Rock Film Tour - October 22, 7:00 pm - Diablo Rock Gym, Concord, CA

tombcronin

Time	Saturday, October 22 � 7:00pm - 10:00pm

Location	Diablo Rock Gym

Created By	Diablo Rock Gym

More Info	Reel Rock comes to Concord!! Thanks to SOLD OUT crowds in SF, Emeryville and Walnut Creek, we're happy to announce that your very own DRG will be the proud hosts of the Reel Rock Film Tour. If you haven't been able to make it in the past - Just Imagine: You're in a crowd of your favorite people at your favorite gym. You've wined and dined on delicious pizza and tasty brew (wooo!). You're laughing, finding prime seats, and throwin' high fives like it's going out of style. Then suddenly.... the lights dim, the opening credits roll.. and then WHAAABOWZA!!!! This film tour is totally the palm-sweat inducing, heart-beat raising, psyche-spawning adrenaline ride you have been looking for to kick-start the fall climbing season. Only $15 bucks get you all this and more. As they say, 'come together to celebrate and the ultimate in adventure filmmaking. Prize giveaways, appearances by top climbers, and fundraising for non-profit organizations always add to the fun.' It's a grand ol time to enjoy flicks about adventuring in the outdoors with people who love adventuring in the outdoors. Doors open at 7pm. Movie starts shortly after. Stay tuned for more info.

#1559

From: jack bowers <jakbowers@...>
Date: Mon Oct 3, 2011 1:54 pm
Subject: Alex Honnold

jakbowers

Here's a link to CBS video about a free climber

http://www.cbsnews.com/video/watch/?id=7383158n&tag=re1.galleries

#1560

From: emilie cortes <mountaineerchica@...>
Date: Sun Oct 9, 2011 3:46 am
Subject: American Himalayan Fdn Dinner 10/26 w/Viesturs & other Everest climbers

emiliecortes...

Hello all,

I'm helping the American Himalayan Foundation get the word out to the climbing community about the American Himalayan Foundation�s Annual Dinner, Oct 26, 2011.

�

In attendance will be an impressive summit party (in both senses!) with 40+ ascents among them � from the first Americans on Everest, Jim Whittaker and Tom Hornbein, to Ed Viesturs, Pete Athans, Jon Krakauer, Conrad Anker, Jimmy Chin and the world record holder Apa Sherpa.

�

It will be a very entertaining evening, full of tall tales � and perhaps some poignant ones �and a few surprises. Doing good, being kind, having fun. Please email or call our friend Norbu Tenzing at Norbu@... or call 415-288-7250. ��

It's $200 per person for a ticket, which is steep for the average dirtbag climber, but you'll get a letter with the amount that is tax deductible as the net proceeds go toward the non-profit efforts (last year it was somewhere around $135 of the ticket price).

Thank you,

�

Emilie
--
Emilie Cortes, CFA
mountaineerchica@...
415-260-3618
http://www.linkedin.com/in/emiliecortes
http://twitter.com/teamxwhisperers

#1561

From: Tom Cronin <tombcronin@...>
Date: Fri Oct 21, 2011 9:47 pm
Subject: Jailhouse Rock - Saturday November 12th, 9:30 AM - Food, Raffle, Socializing, & a little work - give back

tombcronin

Adopt a Crag in your area

Access Fund will be hosting an Adopt a Crag on Saturday Nov. 12th at 9:30 AM at Jailhouse Rock. We would love for you to join us as we work with the new Access Fund Conservation Team, climbers, and ranchers to install a new climber’s trailhead. With your help, we plan to close the old trail, build a corral/double gate at the entrance, spread gravel on the new approach road, fence the new parking area, install signs, and improve the climber's trail.

The Access Fund will provide food, beverages, tools, and raffle items. If you're interested in joining us, please RSVP to Tom Addison at taddison@... to help us organize work parties and food. We are hoping for 50-75 volunteers, so bring a friend! For driving directions, visit www.accessfund.org/jailhouse.

We will be back again on Sunday to complete any unfinished projects and get in some climbing!

We hope to see you there!

Sincerely,

Your Friends at the Access Fund

The Adopt a Crag program is brought to you by:

#1562

From: Tom Cronin <tombcronin@...>
Date: Fri Oct 21, 2011 9:49 pm
Subject: AAC SNS Looking for New Section Leader(s)

tombcronin

AAC SNS Looking for New Section Leader(s) -2nd Notice

LOOKING FOR NEW SECTION LEADER(S) FOR THE SIERRA NEVADA SECTION BEGINNING JANUARY 2012 - 2nd Notice

I have already received some responses of interest to my first email on this subject, and thought I would send out another in case anyone missed it the first time around and was interested in leading, or assisting in leading, the Section in the future.

As you have seen from the recent mailings from the AAC and from the new AAC website, the Club has embarked on an exciting five year plan to make it even more relevant to all kinds of climbers and to offer even more benefits of membership. One of the significant parts of this plan is to de-centralize the management structure and encourage more grassroots organization and leadership, all with the support from the national office in Golden.

This coincides with the expiration of my third and final year as Sierra Nevada Section Chair in December 2011. Therefore, we are looking for an interested individual or individuals to carry on leading the SNS, either in its present form or under a different structure if there is interest in doing so.

There are many possibilities for future leadership of our Section under the new plan. We can continue as we have in recent years as one large geographical section with one “Chairperson” who is supported by our many wonderful volunteers. Alternatively, we can retain the large geography, but be led by a “Committee” of members who continue to rely on our many wonderful volunteers. Another option if there is interest is to decentralize the Section by developing new regional “Chapters” which would operate independently and have their own leadership, and be supported by the national office. This is your Club and your Section and the choice is yours.

By the way, the AAC just hired John Bragg as Community Programs Director and will be hiring a new Regional Coordinator for the West Coast by the end of October 2011. A large part of the responsibility of this new Regional Coordinator position is to provide logistical, operational, and administrative support for our Section and its leadership to maximize the benefits to our members.  Thus, the new leadership of the Sierra Nevada Section can count on valuable guidance and assistance from this new Regional Coordinator, in addition to the generous support of our many Section volunteers.

I have enjoyed being the Section Chair the last three years and appreciate the generous assistance of all the Section volunteers. I am very excited about the new direction of the Club. Here is your chance to get more involved and take the Section to the next level.

Please contact me if you are interested in a leadership position for the Sierra Nevada Section and/or if you have suggestions for how the Section is led and operated in the future. [tcburch@..., or at (415) 302-0800]

Thanks.
SNS Chair
Tom Burch

Save the Date: Sierra Nevada Section Annual Holiday Dinner @ Spengers in Berkeley Sunday December 4 with Presentation by Renowned Alpinist George Lowe

Save the date - its not too early to start planning to attend. We are excited to announce that our guest speaker/slide show presenter at this year's SNS annual Holiday Dinner is alpinist extraordinaire George Lowe. Climbing in the greater ranges, 8000 meter peaks, first ascents, north faces, high standard rock climbing - - George has done it all, and still gets after it. Save this date on your calendar and join us for this great event. Sunday December 4, 5:00 pm, Spengers Fish Grotto in Berkeley. Info on how to reserve your spot will be forthcoming.

Thanks for supporting the AAC and your Sierra Nevada Section.
SNS Chair
Tom Burch
tcburch@...

#1563

From: Serge Melle <icyfrostyday@...>
Date: Sat Oct 22, 2011 10:29 pm
Subject: interested in a tahoe ski lease?

icyfrostyday

hi all - i'm looking for folks that would be interested in going in for a ski lease in the tahoe area this winter. no house identified yet - this is a "call for interest" to see who else would be interested. once we get a basic group i can look for a place that fits. ideally we'd be 8-12 people, which would probably lead to a season cost per person of $800-$1000 for the full mid-december to mid-april season. we'd all share the costs for utilities, deposit and cleaning, and agree on a guest policy and things like that. target location would be in tahoe basin proper to be close to a variety of resorts and back-country trails; south lake, incline, ornorth lake. i have no strong preference as long s price/value is good and place is conveniently located.

anyways ping me if you are interested and we can go from there. we'd plan on meeting-up prior to make ensure none of us are serial killers.

or if you have a ski lease underway or planned already, and are looking for additional persons, let me know.

cheers - serge

#1564

From: Munish Lal <scorpion1817@...>
Date: Sun Oct 23, 2011 4:16 pm
Subject: Re: interested in a tahoe ski lease?

scorpion1817

Count me in.

Munish

Blue skies and White Mountains

#1565

From: "rimfounder" <harrisonhood@...>
Date: Mon Oct 31, 2011 5:09 am
Subject: ANCHOR CLINIC NOVEMBER 5

rimfounder

Hood Mountain Adventures is offering a hands on course which is a comprehensive
next step for the gym climber, boulderer or even sport and outdoor climber who
would like to learn more about placing protection, setting anchors for top rope
climbing and belay stations. Also by the end of the day we will have gone over
how to make bomb proof anchors, rescue systems, safety and rescue techniques and
escaping the belay. There is a ton off tricks, knots and skills taught through
out the day; so I advise bringing a note book. All the protection is provided.
$75

Please join us for a full day of climbing and instruction. Classes are on Mt.
Saint Helena and last from around 10am to 4pm. Bring layered loose fitting
clothing, food and water. Bring a pack to carry your food and gear for the hike
into the climbing area.

For more information about this clinic or to find out about availability contact
Harrison Hood at 707-217-4730

#1566

From: Tom Cronin <tombcronin@...>
Date: Tue Nov 1, 2011 3:29 am
Subject: The Rock Ice Mountain Club is accepting...

tombcronin

Facebook

Andrew Berge posted in Rock Ice & Mountain Club.

Andrew Berge

5:54pm Oct 31

The Rock Ice Mountain Club is accepting nominations for Board members. Elections will be held in December. Contact me for more info or if you'd just like to get involved. There is a job for everyone.

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#1567

From: Tom Cronin <tombcronin@...>
Date: Thu Oct 20, 2011 4:20 pm
Subject: Jailhouse Rock - Saturday November 12th, 9:30 AM - Food, Raffle, Socializing, & a little work - give back

tombcronin

From: Jenny Blackmore <jenny@...>

Adopt a Crag in your area

The Adopt a Crag program is brought to you by:

#1568

From: Serge Melle <icyfrostyday@...>
Date: Fri Oct 21, 2011 9:16 pm
Subject: interested in a tahoe ski lease?

icyfrostyday

hi all - i'm looking for folks that would be interested in going in for a ski lease in the tahoe area this winter. no house identified yet - this is a "call for interest" to see who else would be interested. once we get a basic group i can look for a place that fits. ideally we'd be 8-12 people, which would probably lead to a season cost per person of $800-$1000 for the full mid-december to mid-april season. we'd all share the costs for utilities, deposit and cleaning, and agree on a guest policy and things like that. target location would be in tahoe basin proper to be close to a variety of resorts and back-country trails; south lake, incline, or north lake. i have no strong preference as long s price/value is good and place is conveniently located.

anyways ping me if you are interested and we can go from there. we'd plan on meeting-up prior to make ensure none of us are serial killers.

or if you have a ski lease underway or planned already, and are looking for additional persons, let me know.

cheers - serge

#1569

From: Hans Florine <hans@...>
Date: Wed Nov 2, 2011 2:21 pm
Subject: Re: interested in a tahoe ski lease?

hans@...

Serge et all,

Not in Tahoe, but just a thought for folks: my home is 7 miles from Badger pass
ski resort in Yosemite. I get a lot of money renting it out nightly on
Thanksgiving and Xmas holidays but the rest of the season is slow. I'd entertain
a few partial month and whole month rental options. I have a first floor that is
completely open starting December 1st.

http://www.hansbasecamp.com

Hans
---
http://www.HansFlorine.com

Mob Ph: 415-225-4267
http://www.hansbasecamp.com

#1570

From: "rimfounder" <harrisonhood@...>
Date: Sun Nov 6, 2011 3:28 pm
Subject: AAC Highball at the Buttermilks

rimfounder

Hello gang,
The AAC has finally gotten the Fall Highball organized for this year.

Nov 19, Saturday, Adopt a crag at the Buttermilks. Meet in the parking lot just
before the Peabodies for a light breakfast at 8:30 work 9-12
Party at Mill Creek Station with a presentation by John Long and music by the
Core Shots.

Hope some of you can make it. Oddly enough November is often prime bouldering
time at the Buttermilk and other areas at Bishop. Also a great time for a late
fall hike/climb in the high mts.
The Pit, north of Bishop will be open for camping.

If you have any questions, please feel free to contact me.
Fred

Fred Glover
Sierra Nevada Section
American Alpine Club
fredfglover@...
408-761-1551

#1571

From: "rimfounder" <harrisonhood@...>
Date: Mon Nov 7, 2011 1:39 am
Subject: AAC Fall Highball Nov. 19

rimfounder

Hello gang,
The AAC has finally gotten the Fall Highball organized for this year.

Nov 19, Saturday, Adopt a crag at the Buttermilks. Meet in the parking lot just
before the Peabodies for a light breakfast at 8:30 work 9-12
Party at Mill Creek Station with a presentation by John Long and music by the
Core Shots.

Hope some of you can make it. Oddly enough November is often prime bouldering
time at the Buttermilk and other areas at Bishop. Also a great time for a late
fall hike/climb in the high mts.
The Pit, north of Bishop will be open for camping.

If you have any questions, please feel free to contact me.
Fred

Fred Glover
Sierra Nevada Section
American Alpine Club
fredfglover@...
408-761-1551

#1572

From: Alberto Hung <albertohung@...>
Date: Wed Nov 16, 2011 4:15 am
Subject: N�43 Revista Monta�as Peruanas - Salkantay

hung_pitman

Hola amigos monta�eros, los invito a ver el nuevo n�mero (N�43) de la Revista OnLine Monta�as Peruanas, ingresa aqu�: www.montanasperuanas.com con un especial del nevado Salkantay, en los Andes cusque�os; entrevista a la mejor escaladora peruana de gran pared: Maribel Elias; algo sencillo sobre los cascos de escalada y en Historias monta�eras, Juan Carlos Velarde nos narra su reciente ascenso al nevado Huarancante, en tierras arequipe�as. Y como siempre, nuestro agradecimiento a todos los que gracias a su apoyo publicitario hacen posible llevar cada mes un nuevo n�mero de esta revista, la �nica que difunde las bellas monta�as de nuestro Per�, y esperando puedan seguir apoyando y cada vez m�s entidades su unan a este apoyo.

Alberto Hung P.

Director
--
Monta�as Peruanas

Revista digital sobre las monta�as del Per�

Web Site: www.montanasperuanas.com | http://www.facebook.com/montanasperuanas

#1573

From: Serge Melle <icyfrostyday@...>
Date: Mon Nov 21, 2011 7:09 pm
Subject: campsites at J-tree available over Thanksgiving

icyfrostyday

Hi all - have two extra campsite reservations at j-tree over the coming thanksgiving weekend that are available for anybody who is interested in buying them. selling them at cost.

details are as follows:

Campsite #1:

- Indian Cove

- arrive Tuesday Nov 22

- depart Sunday Nov 27

- $15/day ($75 total)

Campsite #2:

- Indian Cove

- arrive Wednesday Nov 23

- depart Sunday Nov 27

- $15/day ($60 total)

given that these are very short notice if you are interested but won't be there by tuesday or wednesday we can work something out so you pay only for days you'll be there.

If you are interested in either or both please contact me directly and we can arrange transfer of funds & reservation information.

cheers - serge

650-996-8368

#1574

From: John Bodley <john.bodley@...>
Date: Tue Nov 22, 2011 5:27 pm
Subject: Recommendation for AIARE Avalanche Level 1 Course in Tahoe

john.bodley

Hey,

I'm thinking of doing the AIARE Level 1 course this winter, preferably in the
Tahoe area and was wondering whether anyone had any recommendations on a good
company/organization which teaches the course? At the moment I'm leaning towards
ASI.

Thanks
-John

#1575

From: Karen <zzkarenzz@...>
Date: Wed Nov 23, 2011 4:03 pm
Subject: Re: Recommendation for AIARE Avalanche Level 1 Course in Tahoe

zzkarenzz

Keep leaning and go with ASI.

#1576

From: "bisongreco" <bisonsandufos@...>
Date: Mon Nov 28, 2011 8:59 pm
Subject: Half Dome in December? Cables route

bisonthecruiser

I may be crazy but I really want to try this but can't dig up any good info.

I have ice axes, crampons, and the majority of the gear. Planning on going up
the cables route.

I'll be taking two friends with me.

Any thoughts on how you would outfit yourselves in terms of boots and garments?
Snow shoes necessary?

Thank you for any help or links!

Best,

Adam

#1577

From: robert shattuck <bobolonius@...>
Date: Tue Nov 29, 2011 4:44 am
Subject: RE: CMG: Half Dome in December? Cables route

carvermarks

I'm in Bali right now and a little fried from the heat so maybe I am not thinking or reading straight, but I would think that an essential part of your winter gear for climbing ( the cable route) HD might be about THREE body bags . . . I think the cables come down in the winter months for a reason.

Bob

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To: CMG@yahoogroups.com
From: bisonsandufos@...
Date: Mon, 28 Nov 2011 20:59:59 +0000
Subject: CMG: Half Dome in December? Cables route

I may be crazy but I really want to try this but can't dig up any good info.

I have ice axes, crampons, and the majority of the gear. Planning on going up the cables route.

I'll be taking two friends with me.

Any thoughts on how you would outfit yourselves in terms of boots and garments? Snow shoes necessary?

Thank you for any help or links!

Best,

Adam

#1578

From: "bisongreco" <bisonsandufos@...>
Date: Tue Nov 29, 2011 4:33 pm
Subject: Re: Half Dome in December? Cables route

bisonthecruiser

Bob,

I have read about people tackling this route in the winter. The cables are still
in place just on the rock itself, no? Your reply was not very helpful or even
funny if that is what you were going for.

Adam

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#1579

From: Brandon Earhart <earhartbrandon@...>
Date: Tue Nov 29, 2011 5:15 pm
Subject: Re: Half Dome in December? Cables route

earhartbrandon

I would say that it's totally doable as the cables don't actually get removed in
the winter months.....they simply remove the posts and timbers....the cables
themselves are permanently attached but will be laying down. Now the thing to
consider seriously will be your skill and experience as well as that of your
group.

I've done it late in the season with light snow on the ground and no ice, but
not as late as December. I know of a few folks who have gone up the Snake Route
in mid-winter and descended the cables but these guys are seasoned mountaineers
who are intimately familiar with the route and the seasonal conditions there.

I would say to be honest with yourself and be willing to recognize if the
conditions are over your head. Depending on how much snow the area has received
by then snowshoes might be needed, boots/crampons may be necessary and an ice
axe wouldn't be a bad idea either way. Another thing to consider might be the
use of harnesses and connectors but then we get into the debate of whether
they'll provide a level of protection or be a distraction from your primary
focus of not falling!!! So if you decide on protection be sure you understand
the concept/style of dual connections used in Via Ferrata.

The days will be short so you'll either have to commit to doing a good chunk of
the journey by headlamp or plan on an overnight at LYV. If doing it it one big
push you'll want to travel light but be prepared for the worst weather as it can
change rapidly.

Above all else don't do anything foolish.....if the weather doesn't agree or the
conditions are beyond your ability make sure you live to do it another day on
your terms when the conditions are more favorable. Hope that helps.

Sent from my Precious