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WyoRockMan
climber
Grizzlyville, WY
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Feb 21, 2016 - 07:03am PT
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Mr. McGee,
Having reviewed the map this AM, your estimate is closer than mine on the actual vertical gain (loss). I hadn't spent the time to properly parse the blended together topo lines on my course map prior to putting my fingers to the keyboard, using instead verbal estimates from a couple previous parties. I typically plan on 1,000' of elevation gain/hour of fully laden hiking in light bushwhack conditions, so it seemed to be a reasonable estimate.
We did not use any sort of established trail. The direct approach is likely much quicker than using any other route. Alternatives to the descent would entail miles of river "walking". The approach is less than 3/4 of a mile (plan distance) and minimizes the amount of river navigation. Much deadfall, pockets of deep snow and some poorly adhered mossy 4th class (+) were expected and encountered.
Crossing the river was one of the cruxes of the day, and an endeavor not to be taken likely.
My apologies for the minor embellishment.
Mike,
Approximately 28.1 miles (one can't be too careful with estimates around here). It isn't 5 Springs however. Further inquiries into the flow indicate Stan Price may have done them BITD. It is a worthy area as a reasonable alternative to the South Fork. I don't think it will be climbable again this season unfortunately. Next year we'll have Jack rope gun it for us.
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mike m
Trad climber
black hills
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Topic Author's Reply - Feb 21, 2016 - 08:19am PT
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We started to go into some canyons to the north of five springs that looked legal on the map but once we got there they seemed as we were on private property so we bailed. They looked oh so good for ice potential but even better for Rick potential.
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WyoRockMan
climber
Grizzlyville, WY
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I'm amazed, despite a rational explanation, of the micro-climate variability in such a small area. The south side of the canyon is still building ice despite daily temps in the bottom of the canyon approaching 50F deg for a couple of weeks on end.
The ice bridges to cross the Southfork of the Shoshone river sublimated, melted and collapsed this week requiring alternative measures to cross.
Sandals, garbage bags or other trickery is required.
I forgot my sandals and garbage bags so I resorted to the "Run Fast, Step High" method of crossing. I came across with dry feet, thanks Baturas and tight ankle cinches.
You can't escape the trolls, even here, a long way from anywhere.
The views are pretty damn sweet from up on high.
Upon our return to the valley floor, in a rush to get back to town for some clippy clippin on the amazing local granite, we both opted for the "Run Fast, Step High" river crossing. Much success [this time].
[Click to View YouTube Video]
[Click to View YouTube Video]
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ms55401
Trad climber
minneapolis, mn
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you climbed HoB in late April? is that typical of the season?
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WyoRockMan
climber
Grizzlyville, WY
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Climbed HoB at the end of Feb. It was still in late March though. You can usually get some ice in well into April though.
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donini
Trad climber
Ouray, Colorado
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Jul 19, 2016 - 05:48pm PT
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Lots of great rock but Winter follows hard on the heels of the mosquitoes.
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hobo_dan
Social climber
Minnesota
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Jul 27, 2016 - 02:09pm PT
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Here's a shot from Big Sandy Opening- sometime around 1983
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Jaybro
Social climber
Wolf City, Wyoming
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Jul 27, 2016 - 08:40pm PT
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Tony dug his first day climbing in Wyo today!
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Jaybro
Social climber
Wolf City, Wyoming
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Late afternoon Donkey serenade, Wolf City Wyomng
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SusanA
Sport climber
Bay Area
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I work at Theranos and will probably lose my job soon. I hope to make the best of it and do some climbing trips. Wyoming looks so amazing!
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WyoRockMan
climber
Grizzlyville, WY
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Oct 12, 2016 - 06:34pm PT
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WyoRockMan
climber
Grizzlyville, WY
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Wish I had a fraction of these guys' talent.
Seventy-Two Hours in the Winds: Alpine Mixed Climbing Adventure with Whit Magro (& Will Mayo)
https://vimeo.com/190623360
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WyoRockMan
climber
Grizzlyville, WY
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I tend to agree with this formation. WY is a pretty cool place to climb.
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EdBannister
Mountain climber
13,000 feet
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Many years ago Tom Frost bugged me to go to the Wind Rivers with him...
Looking back, i can't imagine anything that would make me too busy to go to the Winds with Tom, but at the time apparently i thought i had reason to not go.
and, Mike Hoover and Bev Johnson sent me a Christmas Card from Jackson, it was a photo of Bev, inverted midair, on the back Mike had scrawled, "come ski" i did not go, Wyoming just seemed too far for time available.
needless to say, i was supremely stupid, in both cases.
I recall, and submit, my father's counsel:
"No man on his death bed ever said: I wish i had spent more time at the office."
Just go, go climb, or take pictures, or whatever, but take your kids, your love, or meet your friends, and go.
eventually i did get there... and back again.
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mike m
Trad climber
black hills
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Topic Author's Reply - Feb 19, 2017 - 09:58pm PT
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aint it good to come back home again.
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donini
Trad climber
Ouray, Colorado
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Feb 21, 2017 - 04:09am PT
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For you Devil's Tower afficianados, this puppy on the edge of the Patagonia desert is bigger than DT and a good counter seasonal option. When the cold winds blow across the Wyoming plains fly south and enjoy. Fair warning....there will be no tourists to ogle your efforts.
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7SacredPools
Trad climber
Ontario, Canada
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Feb 21, 2017 - 04:46am PT
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That's quite something Jim, does it have a name? Have you tried it out?
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