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Steve Grossman
Trad climber
Seattle, WA
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Oct 25, 2008 - 02:20pm PT
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The design lives on in the Space Station! Dolt's design was meant to allow a single bolt to serve as a anchor connecting fixed lines down low on the Nose while Bill was still involved in the project. Locking carabiners were not in common use back in 1957 and this hanger allowed for some redundancy in connecting the extensive fixed lines used on the FA.
This 1934 design is also still in use and will grace the front of the commemorative Nose reunion tee shirt.
Get em' while you can!
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10b4me
climber
the gray bands
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Oct 25, 2008 - 09:16pm PT
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a question for Ken.
just curious as to what time the ceremony will begin?
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the Fet
Knackered climber
A bivy sack in the secret campground
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Oct 29, 2008 - 01:14pm PT
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NEXT WEEKEND!
From http://yosemiteclimbing.org/
50th Anniversary of the First Ascent of The Nose
1st ascent of El Capitan, The Nose
An Affair to Remember
YCA is proud and honored to announce the *50th Anniversary* of the First Ascent of *the Nose*. In great appreciation and respect for the first ascent team and this world class route there will be a celebration in Yosemite Valley the weekend of *November 7th-9th*. Many of the people involved with the route, including not only the final ascent team but also those that were there throughout the effort, will be present for a weekend of slideshows, interviews, and stories.
The events are as follow:
*Saturday, November 8th* 1pm - 4pm
East Auditorium
An informal gathering with food and drink.
*Saturday, November 8th*
*7:30pm - until
East Auditorium
Slideshow
*Sunday, November 9th*
*12pm - 2pm*
*Ahwahnee Hotel*
Open to public meet and greet, media event.
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If you are here for this event don’t forget to check out our exhibit in the Yosemite Museum (open everyday 10:00 – 4:00). Granite Frontiers: A Century of Yosemite Climbing will be up through November 9th. The exhibit has been the most popular exhibit shown in Yosemite and it will travel to other venues next year.
During all this we are receiving more donated artifacts and trying to keep up on the cataloging. It is a lot of work and we appreciate your donations. Without them it would not be possible. If you haven’t made a contribution lately, please consider a donation. We are a tax-exempt organization.
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Anastasia
climber
Not there
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Oct 29, 2008 - 01:27pm PT
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Lynne!
You better not flake on me! :) :) :) This is the stuff that makes this life worth living!
AF
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GhoulweJ
Trad climber
Sacramento, CA
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Oct 29, 2008 - 01:53pm PT
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Ken,
Do we need to / can we pre order shirts?
Jay
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klk
Trad climber
cali
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Oct 29, 2008 - 02:45pm PT
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Once again, I have to work. Fall is busy season, and this year is worse. I will have missed each and every one of the YCA events. And the slideshow in SR. And spring isn't looking too great, either.
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Lynne Leichtfuss
Social climber
valley center, ca
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Oct 29, 2008 - 02:56pm PT
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Anastasia, what do you mean. I thought you phoned me weeks ago to say you couldn't make it ???????????? Lynnie
Not only are we not on the same page, but I think we're in different books. : ))
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Anastasia
climber
Not there
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Oct 29, 2008 - 03:13pm PT
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Oh Lynne!
"Laughing..." Sometimes I even confuse myself. :) Call me so we can figure it out and... If "we" can't, well... YOU still need to go! I do love ya'...
Big hugs and kisses,
Anastasia
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Roger Breedlove
climber
Cleveland Heights, Ohio
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Oct 29, 2008 - 03:57pm PT
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Given the age of many of the particpants, public displays of confusion should be limited.
Buzz
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Lynne Leichtfuss
Social climber
valley center, ca
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Oct 29, 2008 - 04:30pm PT
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Touche' !
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Lynne Leichtfuss
Social climber
valley center, ca
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Oct 29, 2008 - 10:53pm PT
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I hear through the grapevine that this is going to be a Great Event ! So happy cause looks like I'll be there, weather and life permitting of course.
I know I'll be the only one asking this question cause it's just a Lynne thing, but what to wear to ze function ... Jeans, Jacket ? Anyone please send out a holler ...Peace and Joy on a spectacular Wednesday night in (Still Very) Sun Diego.
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Chicken Skinner
Trad climber
Yosemite
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Topic Author's Reply - Oct 30, 2008 - 12:06am PT
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Lynne, I am glad you can make it and I look forward to meeting Anastasia. I would wear what makes you comfortable.
I do think this event is going to be huge and am worried about capacity in the East Auditorium (get there early). I just had an idea that maybe after the Ahwahnee portion on Sunday that a group picture with the players in front of attendees might be in order at El Cap Meadow.
What do you all think? I can run it by the crew.
Ken
P.S. The more I think about it, the better it sounds.
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Lynne Leichtfuss
Social climber
valley center, ca
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Oct 30, 2008 - 12:14am PT
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Well Ken, hope the Ana gal is in the same book and on the same page now... (we did actually talk).
"Wear whatever makes you comfortable"....hmmmm....LOL, spoken like a true guy, better put Katie on the net. : )))
Big Smiles, Lynnie
EDIT: Ken, of course as usual Super Job....! Meadow Pic and all your ideas are Great !
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Double D
climber
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Oct 30, 2008 - 12:14am PT
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I'm sooo bummed that Tioga is most likely to close this weekend! I was actually planning on carving out the time but... just can't see driving all the way around. )-;
Hope everyone has a great time... and posts some photos.
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Anastasia
climber
Not there
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Oct 30, 2008 - 12:19am PT
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Double D...
Find a driving partner and take the road around! You must come! Please... (You can do it!) Super please! Things like this only come once in "FIFTY years!!!" It would be worth the effort!
:) AF
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Lynne Leichtfuss
Social climber
valley center, ca
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Oct 30, 2008 - 12:24am PT
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Double D, never know, weather could change. Was really looking forward to meeting you and yours in the flesh. Thanks for all your help, hope, prayers and God Bless You Always. Lynnie
He's coming again Soon. Want to make a difference for all the ones we love. Which is All the Peeps we know real or ehternet. Smiles, Lynne
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Lynne Leichtfuss
Social climber
valley center, ca
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Oct 30, 2008 - 12:28am PT
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Well that is a holy coincidence and bizarre. DD I had NO idea A. was posting as I was. Whadya know ? Lynne
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Chicken Skinner
Trad climber
Yosemite
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Topic Author's Reply - Oct 30, 2008 - 12:29am PT
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Dave,
I agree with Anastasia, you should try. Aren't you traveling from a state or two over? If so, the pass shouldn't make too much of a difference. It would be great to see you again.
P.S. You are right Lynne. You need better advice. I merely meant, by all means dress up if you want to. Heck, I own a suit and have worn it twice now in two years and could possibly be convinced to wear it again. It is fun to dress up. Perhaps the Ahwahnee would be a good time.
Ken
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WBraun
climber
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Oct 30, 2008 - 12:38am PT
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"Nose Reunion November 8, 2008"
So what's supposed to happen at this thing.
Are these guys going to beat Hans and Yuji up for making a mockery of the El Capitan. Ok maybe not.
Or they're going to break their speed record, those old guys still have arms and legs ya know.
I talked to this guy who's in the Russian Gulag eating gruel and he said WTF is a Nose Reunion.
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Lynne Leichtfuss
Social climber
valley center, ca
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Oct 30, 2008 - 12:46am PT
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Thanks Ken, flexibility is Grate !
WernerB. You are too hilarious.....Are you and Merry making an appearance ? (Maybe you could lend me a SAR outfit....hehehe sorry, just being silly...had a crazy day today.) Lynne enjoying the life.
Edit: But kinda serious about the SAR outfit. Size small. Then no worries. : D
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