Jacko
New member
Hiked 8 May
Six of 3 experienced climbers 3 novices set off at 8.30am
The bushwack up Roaring Brook was less wet than expected.
The scree area below the slide was nasty with continuous rock falls - needed rapid careful ascent
We routed through the Eagles 'head' (the cleanest line that takes you closest to the summit)
The first 100 ft was steep and the novices needed roping for security. The rock was surprizingly dry making it easier than previous ascents. What a great view of Keene valley and the Eagle bowl!!
Continued onward over Rocky Ridge and marvelled at the views of emerging spring foliage. Back to the pre -positioned car at 8.00pm.
We encountered one or two blackfly nibbles and the occasional old snow drift. It will not be long before those black monsters are out in force.
A long but very rewarding day - this has to be one of the best trips for unrivaled views in the Daks.
Next day white water on the Saranack River - rested the legs, and discovered another adrenaline boosting sport
I dont know how to better this trip - I'll have to think hard.
Six of 3 experienced climbers 3 novices set off at 8.30am
The bushwack up Roaring Brook was less wet than expected.
The scree area below the slide was nasty with continuous rock falls - needed rapid careful ascent
We routed through the Eagles 'head' (the cleanest line that takes you closest to the summit)
The first 100 ft was steep and the novices needed roping for security. The rock was surprizingly dry making it easier than previous ascents. What a great view of Keene valley and the Eagle bowl!!
Continued onward over Rocky Ridge and marvelled at the views of emerging spring foliage. Back to the pre -positioned car at 8.00pm.
We encountered one or two blackfly nibbles and the occasional old snow drift. It will not be long before those black monsters are out in force.
A long but very rewarding day - this has to be one of the best trips for unrivaled views in the Daks.
Next day white water on the Saranack River - rested the legs, and discovered another adrenaline boosting sport
I dont know how to better this trip - I'll have to think hard.