Photo Albums
Brighton Ridge - September 2, 2023
Expecting rain, we showed up at Brighton and hiked anyway. The clouds lifted briefly for a view into Heber from Clayton Peak. We ogled the new chairlift construction and toured the treehouse and an ol... more
Expecting rain, we showed up at Brighton and hiked anyway. The clouds lifted briefly for a view into Heber from Clayton Peak. We ogled the new chairlift construction and toured the treehouse and an ol... more
Hike With a Ranger on September 2, 2023
Photos taken during our Hike with a Ranger on the Donut Falls trail.
Photos taken during our Hike with a Ranger on the Donut Falls trail.
Camp & Climb in the Uintas
Two days of crag climbing at Cliff Lake and Mosquito Wall and camping at Trial Lake
Two days of crag climbing at Cliff Lake and Mosquito Wall and camping at Trial Lake
Intermediate and Advanced Rappelling Seminar
Evening session on intermediate and advanced rappelling techniques.
Evening session on intermediate and advanced rappelling techniques.
Teewinot - Grand Teton National Park
Organized by Kathleen Waller. Participants included Greg Baldacci, Greg Clark, Brad Yeates, Abram Rogers, Lubos Pavel, and Lubica Skumatova. The group ascended and descended the ... more
Organized by Kathleen Waller. Participants included Greg Baldacci, Greg Clark, Brad Yeates, Abram Rogers, Lubos Pavel, and Lubica Skumatova. The group ascended and descended the ... more
White mountain
It was too cloudy to see a meteor shower. Nobody showed up. Maybe they were smarter to stay home.
It was too cloudy to see a meteor shower. Nobody showed up. Maybe they were smarter to stay home.
Alexander Basin - Bowman/Alexander Loop Hike 8/14/23
Beautiful Saturday hike with the club. Early 7:15 am start. Two bull moose on the trail. Hiked up and around them - one woman not with the WMC hit a wasp nest with her hiking pole and was stung severa... more
Beautiful Saturday hike with the club. Early 7:15 am start. Two bull moose on the trail. Hiked up and around them - one woman not with the WMC hit a wasp nest with her hiking pole and was stung severa... more
Day Hike to White Pine
A great day to hike up to White Pine Lake after the big rains cooled things down
A great day to hike up to White Pine Lake after the big rains cooled things down
Hiking Trail Maintenance - Mill B North Tool Carry with the Forest Service
Photos of the WMC volunteers and views from the Mill B North trail.
Photos of the WMC volunteers and views from the Mill B North trail.
Alpine Ski Tour: Aspen Grove and Timpanogos
Greg and Kathleen ascended Aspen Grove through the Primrose Cirque and camped at Emerald Lake. We spent Friday evening doing a short hike of Robert's Horn with spectacular views. Saturday, we ascended... more
Greg and Kathleen ascended Aspen Grove through the Primrose Cirque and camped at Emerald Lake. We spent Friday evening doing a short hike of Robert's Horn with spectacular views. Saturday, we ascended... more
Day Hike to Lake Blanche June 19, 2023
Al, Jim and Andy take advantage of a nice window in the weather to hike up to the lake now that the trail has largely melted out. This hike turned into an opportunity to do some trail maintenance, And... more
Al, Jim and Andy take advantage of a nice window in the weather to hike up to the lake now that the trail has largely melted out. This hike turned into an opportunity to do some trail maintenance, And... more
JRPT North-Legacy Parkway Trail Evening Road Bike Ride, May 25, 2023
Pictures of two of the brave riders on the May 25 evening road bike ride. The other rider took the pictures. Turned out to be a very wet ride. The two riders in the pictures had proper rain gear. The ... more
Pictures of two of the brave riders on the May 25 evening road bike ride. The other rider took the pictures. Turned out to be a very wet ride. The two riders in the pictures had proper rain gear. The ... more
Shields Lane-Spring View Farms Trailhead Evening Road Bike Ride, May 18, 2023
Two pictures of the riders on the May 18th evening road bike ride.
Two pictures of the riders on the May 18th evening road bike ride.
Lehi to Timp Cave Bike Ride, May 24, 2023
Two photos taken at the visitor center parking lot on the May 24 road bike ride from the Lehi FrontRunner station to Timpanogos Cave.
Two photos taken at the visitor center parking lot on the May 24 road bike ride from the Lehi FrontRunner station to Timpanogos Cave.
Clayton Peak hike 7 June 2023
Andy, Stanley and I hiked to the summit of Clayton Peak - almost all on snow! A lovely day. We saw many kinds of non-human mammals: moose, mule deer, pika, red squirrel, Uinta ground squirrel, golden-... more
Andy, Stanley and I hiked to the summit of Clayton Peak - almost all on snow! A lovely day. We saw many kinds of non-human mammals: moose, mule deer, pika, red squirrel, Uinta ground squirrel, golden-... more
Rock Climb - High-Angle Rescue: Part 3 of 4
This is a multi-part workshop on self-rescue on steep to vertical terrain, useful for rock climbing, mountaineering, ice climbing, canyoneering, etc. Part 3 cover anchors and raising systems. Most of ... more
This is a multi-part workshop on self-rescue on steep to vertical terrain, useful for rock climbing, mountaineering, ice climbing, canyoneering, etc. Part 3 cover anchors and raising systems. Most of ... more
Snowy hike in American Fork Canyon
Kurt Hiland, Jim Kucera, Mani Rajagopal, and Andy Payne sharing a fun day in the mountains.
Kurt Hiland, Jim Kucera, Mani Rajagopal, and Andy Payne sharing a fun day in the mountains.
Thursday night grizzly gulch tours
Thursday night grizzly gulch tours from 2/16/23 - 3/16/23. Some times 10 show up other times 1. All in all a great time to meet new people learn new skills and ski powder.
Thursday night grizzly gulch tours from 2/16/23 - 3/16/23. Some times 10 show up other times 1. All in all a great time to meet new people learn new skills and ski powder.
Overnight Backcountry Ski of Wheeler Peak in Great Basin National Park
Fri: Drove to GBNP and RV camped at Lower Lehman. Sat: Skinned to Wheeler Peak campground and toured Bristle Cone Pines. Sun: Ascended and ski descended Wheeler Peak and returned to RV. FULL REPORT WI... more
Fri: Drove to GBNP and RV camped at Lower Lehman. Sat: Skinned to Wheeler Peak campground and toured Bristle Cone Pines. Sun: Ascended and ski descended Wheeler Peak and returned to RV. FULL REPORT WI... more
Snowshoeing Park City
If you thought that some sunny warm weather will stop Vince to organize another great snowshoeing adventure, that was not the case. Vince and a enthusiastic group of snowshoeing lovers from the WMC we... more
If you thought that some sunny warm weather will stop Vince to organize another great snowshoeing adventure, that was not the case. Vince and a enthusiastic group of snowshoeing lovers from the WMC we... more
Alpine Ski Tour: Uintas - Beaver Creek Area
Completed 2 laps off Cedar Hollow Knoll (playing it safe on low elevation, low angle terrain). Conditions were warm and snow was creamy. Participants were Sharon, Jen, Frank, and Emily. Organized by K... more
Completed 2 laps off Cedar Hollow Knoll (playing it safe on low elevation, low angle terrain). Conditions were warm and snow was creamy. Participants were Sharon, Jen, Frank, and Emily. Organized by K... more
Alpine Ski Tour: Wile E Canyon - Cutthroat
Kathleen, Yanli, Tim, and Cora met at the Cutthroat trailhead above Heber. We followed the Wile E mountain bike trail then ascended the west facing hills. We dropped on the east side of the ridge and ... more
Kathleen, Yanli, Tim, and Cora met at the Cutthroat trailhead above Heber. We followed the Wile E mountain bike trail then ascended the west facing hills. We dropped on the east side of the ridge and ... more
Alpine Ski Tour: Lone Peak/Bighorn Area - Heaven's Halfpipe
Organized/photos by Kathleen Waller. Participants: Neil Schmidt, Tim McBride, Mark Maier, and Abram Rogers. Akiko Kamimura led a snowshoe group. Elevation gain was 5,200 ft. Snow was a mix or soft/sme... more
Organized/photos by Kathleen Waller. Participants: Neil Schmidt, Tim McBride, Mark Maier, and Abram Rogers. Akiko Kamimura led a snowshoe group. Elevation gain was 5,200 ft. Snow was a mix or soft/sme... more
Backcountry Ski: Uintas - Slate Creek
Organized and photos by Kathleen Waller. Participants included Frank Ryburn, Steve Duncan, and Brian Porter (and Cora the dog). Conditions were warm, sunny, and creamy.
Organized and photos by Kathleen Waller. Participants included Frank Ryburn, Steve Duncan, and Brian Porter (and Cora the dog). Conditions were warm, sunny, and creamy.
BackCountry Ski Tour: Uintas - Beaver Creek Area
Couple of laps off the Cedar Hollow knoll in light deep pow. Super yummy food and drinks at the Notch Pub. Organizer was Kathleen Waller. Participants were Abram, Anna, Rob, Lisa, Thomas, a... more
Couple of laps off the Cedar Hollow knoll in light deep pow. Super yummy food and drinks at the Notch Pub. Organizer was Kathleen Waller. Participants were Abram, Anna, Rob, Lisa, Thomas, a... more
Biking the South Island Trail on Antelope
Another failed attempt at reaching Fremont Island turned into an alternative plan.
Another failed attempt at reaching Fremont Island turned into an alternative plan.
Park City Snowshoe 2/21/23 led by Vince.
We snowshoed up from Milner Lane. It was actively snowing, and there were only 3 of us today.
We snowshoed up from Milner Lane. It was actively snowing, and there were only 3 of us today.
Skiing Slate Creek Area of the Uintas.
WMC skied the Slate Creak area in the low/west Uintas. Participants were Lisa, Neil, Brad, Gilbert, Beth, Mark, and dog Cora. Organizer and photos by Kathleen Waller. Avi conditions green on the entir... more
WMC skied the Slate Creak area in the low/west Uintas. Participants were Lisa, Neil, Brad, Gilbert, Beth, Mark, and dog Cora. Organizer and photos by Kathleen Waller. Avi conditions green on the entir... more
Alpine Ski Resort Evening Skin up PCMR
Beth Blattenberger and Kathleen Waller skinning up PCMR. Long exposure photos taken by Greg Baldacci.
Beth Blattenberger and Kathleen Waller skinning up PCMR. Long exposure photos taken by Greg Baldacci.
Paria - Hackberry car camp, Memorial Day 2022
We did several awesome day hikes in the upper Paria basin over Memorial Day 2022 (5/27 - 5/30).
We did several awesome day hikes in the upper Paria basin over Memorial Day 2022 (5/27 - 5/30).
Behind-The-Rocks Traverse
A crossing from Hidden Canyon Trailhead in Moab to Pritchett Canyon through some of the best bits of the Behind-the-Rocks Wilderness Study Area.
A crossing from Hidden Canyon Trailhead in Moab to Pritchett Canyon through some of the best bits of the Behind-the-Rocks Wilderness Study Area.
Greens Basin Day-After-Thanksgiving Snow Hike
We had such a great hike on a cold morning up Day's Fork to Greens Basin. The sun shone on the snow, creating a white wonderland of snow. What a lovely way to spend the morning a... more
We had such a great hike on a cold morning up Day's Fork to Greens Basin. The sun shone on the snow, creating a white wonderland of snow. What a lovely way to spend the morning a... more
A no-show solo hike to petroglyphs in Provo Canyon.
Photos and captions of a solo hike resulting from only the hike leader showing up.
Great solo hike.
Photos and captions of a solo hike resulting from only the hike leader showing up.Great solo hike.
Beartrap Loop Hike
Clockwise hike from Beartrap Fork trailhead to the Wasatch Crest trail, Desolation Peak, sloping downward the bowl area off track to Willow Lake Basin.
Clockwise hike from Beartrap Fork trailhead to the Wasatch Crest trail, Desolation Peak, sloping downward the bowl area off track to Willow Lake Basin.
Klamath River June 2022
We saw a lot of wildlife. Turtles, elk, ducks, bullfrogs, bald eagle, osprey, muskrat and great blue herons. The most wildlife I have seen in a long time. Great river great fun but watch ou... more
We saw a lot of wildlife. Turtles, elk, ducks, bullfrogs, bald eagle, osprey, muskrat and great blue herons. The most wildlife I have seen in a long time. Great river great fun but watch ou... more
Kessler peak
A group of great hikers braved the heat, humidity, rain, and hail to summit Kessler peak.
A group of great hikers braved the heat, humidity, rain, and hail to summit Kessler peak.
Hike up Box Elder peak
Five of us hiked from the Horsetail Falls trailhead to the summit. Daisy, Kerry, Andy, and Bryan.
Five of us hiked from the Horsetail Falls trailhead to the summit. Daisy, Kerry, Andy, and Bryan.
Beckey's Wall climb organized by Paul 6/2/2022
Paul, Neil, Lyndi, Tristin and Veronica climbing at Beckey’s Wall on 6/2/2022
Paul, Neil, Lyndi, Tristin and Veronica climbing at Beckey’s Wall on 6/2/2022
Green River, Desolation and Gray Canyons, May 21-25 2022
Last minute cancellation permit provided by Ken Tharp. Eight of us, all new to each other, planned good food and equipment and created a dynamic and fun team. Conditions were ideal: no bugs, little wi... more
Last minute cancellation permit provided by Ken Tharp. Eight of us, all new to each other, planned good food and equipment and created a dynamic and fun team. Conditions were ideal: no bugs, little wi... more
Bonneville Shoreline Trail Olympus Cove Hike 5.14.22
Great hike, beautiful day, fun new friends, cute fluffy dogs.
Great hike, beautiful day, fun new friends, cute fluffy dogs.
Trip to malan peak may 11, 2022
We did two hikes from the 29th street trailhead by Weber state university. Waterfall canyon, then malan peak.
We did two hikes from the 29th street trailhead by Weber state university. Waterfall canyon, then malan peak.
Introduction to Rappelling Workshop
The Introduction to Rappelling workshop in Big Cottonwood Canyon
The Introduction to Rappelling workshop in Big Cottonwood Canyon
Farmington canyon
This trail is called the boneyard because of the cars that have fallen into the ravine from the road above.
This trail is called the boneyard because of the cars that have fallen into the ravine from the road above.
Hiking in Gold Butte National Monument March 2022
Three days of hiking in Gold Butte National Monument on March 18-20, 2022. The canyons hiked were Indian Hills Wash, New Spring Canyon which turns into Million Hills Wash, and Cottonwood Wash. Lots of... more
Three days of hiking in Gold Butte National Monument on March 18-20, 2022. The canyons hiked were Indian Hills Wash, New Spring Canyon which turns into Million Hills Wash, and Cottonwood Wash. Lots of... more
Climb: Echo Canyon - Bear Hollow Area
WMC members Walt, Jim, Jen, Paul, Mark, and Kathleen spent half an hour filling half a dozen trash bags. Then we enjoyed climbing quality conglomerate on Soul Train Wall and Bear Hollow Wall.
WMC members Walt, Jim, Jen, Paul, Mark, and Kathleen spent half an hour filling half a dozen trash bags. Then we enjoyed climbing quality conglomerate on Soul Train Wall and Bear Hollow Wall.
Rock Climbing at Tatooine and Waterfall Wall in the Galaxy Area of Rock Canyon.
Jim, Walt, Paul, and Kathleen enjoyed a warm day. No other climbers in the area. Routes and rock are really good. We saw paragliders in the distance and a mesmerizing wet avalanche on the north side o... more
Jim, Walt, Paul, and Kathleen enjoyed a warm day. No other climbers in the area. Routes and rock are really good. We saw paragliders in the distance and a mesmerizing wet avalanche on the north side o... more
WMC Ski Tour - Slate Creek in Uintas
Kathleen Waller (and Cora), Sharon Vinick, Jennifer Chan, and Chris Koch enjoyed a day in Slate Creek in the low/west Uintas. The day started out overcast and snowing but sunny as we skied back to our... more
Kathleen Waller (and Cora), Sharon Vinick, Jennifer Chan, and Chris Koch enjoyed a day in Slate Creek in the low/west Uintas. The day started out overcast and snowing but sunny as we skied back to our... more
Snow/MTB Biking Wiley E Canyon
Organized by Kathleen Waller. Beautiful area. Great snow. Great trail. Dogs, Cora and Hayduke, also loved the area.
Organized by Kathleen Waller. Beautiful area. Great snow. Great trail. Dogs, Cora and Hayduke, also loved the area.
Weekday hike to Big Mountain
Weekday hike to Big Mountain organized by Deirdre Flynn and Mohamed Abdallah. November 29, 2021.
Weekday hike to Big Mountain organized by Deirdre Flynn and Mohamed Abdallah. November 29, 2021.
Broads Meadow Hike - October 17, 2021
From the hike that was supposed to have been along the Millcreek Ridge . . .
From the hike that was supposed to have been along the Millcreek Ridge . . .
Mount Olympus Trail Maintenance Sep 11, 2021
On Sep 11, 2021 the WMC assisted the USFS with some much needed trail maintenance on Mount Olympus
On Sep 11, 2021 the WMC assisted the USFS with some much needed trail maintenance on Mount Olympus
Shoshone Falls Kayak trip on the Snake River
Sorell Pilgram looks small next to the powerful Shoshone Falls.
Sorell Pilgram looks small next to the powerful Shoshone Falls.
Trail Maintenance 6-26-2021
Participants at the June 26, 2021 trail work activity: (L to R) Izzy Forest Service), Matt H. (Forest Service), Matt M. (Forest Service), James M> (Forest Service, seated), Will McCarvill, Kyle Willia... more
Participants at the June 26, 2021 trail work activity: (L to R) Izzy Forest Service), Matt H. (Forest Service), Matt M. (Forest Service), James M> (Forest Service, seated), Will McCarvill, Kyle Willia... more
Traverse Ridge / Telegraph Trail Hike - June 14, 2021
Monday evening hike organized by Julie Kilgore.
Monday evening hike organized by Julie Kilgore.
Beacon practice and ski tour
We had great snow & weather for a beacon practice followed by a NTD ski tour. We broke into two groups with Neil Schmidt and Steve Duncan taking groups. After discussion, & practice with beacons, shov... more
We had great snow & weather for a beacon practice followed by a NTD ski tour. We broke into two groups with Neil Schmidt and Steve Duncan taking groups. After discussion, & practice with beacons, shov... more
Brighton Ridge Peaks Hike and Post-Hike Snack-and-Relax at the Lodge
Brighton Ridge Peaks Hike and Post-Hike Snack-and-Relax at the Lodge, Saturday 8/22/20, Organized by Julie Kilgore, Photos by Eric Moles, Cigi Owens, Evette Raen, Robert Myers, Trip Report by Evette R... more
Brighton Ridge Peaks Hike and Post-Hike Snack-and-Relax at the Lodge, Saturday 8/22/20, Organized by Julie Kilgore, Photos by Eric Moles, Cigi Owens, Evette Raen, Robert Myers, Trip Report by Evette R... more
Loop Hike - Porter Fork to Thaynes
Photos of our 8/29/20 loop hike beginning in Porter Fork, joining Desolation trail and down Thaynes.
Photos of our 8/29/20 loop hike beginning in Porter Fork, joining Desolation trail and down Thaynes.
Tokewanna 3-day backpack and summit, August 2020
It's a lovely and rarely visited place, partly off trail, with an easy scramble to the summit.
It's a lovely and rarely visited place, partly off trail, with an easy scramble to the summit.
South Thunder Mountain - February 15th, 2020
Ten and a half hours of scintillating fun on an attention-getting climb to one of the more remote Wasatch peaks.
Ten and a half hours of scintillating fun on an attention-getting climb to one of the more remote Wasatch peaks.
Avenues Twins snowshoe or spike hike
Rick Gamble, Carrie Clark, Jude Elizondo, Chris Winters, Andy Beard, Gayle Stockslager, Wilmer Sandoval, Robyn Heilbrun. Photos by Jude Elizondo & Andy Beard.
Rick Gamble, Carrie Clark, Jude Elizondo, Chris Winters, Andy Beard, Gayle Stockslager, Wilmer Sandoval, Robyn Heilbrun. Photos by Jude Elizondo & Andy Beard.
Wildcat Ridge Day Hike 2019
Wildcat Ridge Refresher hike (dry photos) 8/25/2019 and the Official hike (snowy photos) 9/21/2019. Photos by Ray Daurelle
Wildcat Ridge Refresher hike (dry photos) 8/25/2019 and the Official hike (snowy photos) 9/21/2019. Photos by Ray Daurelle
End of season Draper Hikes
A fun social gathering by a campfire followed the last slow-paced Draper evening hike.
A fun social gathering by a campfire followed the last slow-paced Draper evening hike.
Rock Climb - American Fork Canyon
WMC members enjoyed a full day of climbing in the shade at Serenity Wall in American Fork Canyon. The area was crowded but everyone was very friendly and shared the routes.
WMC members enjoyed a full day of climbing in the shade at Serenity Wall in American Fork Canyon. The area was crowded but everyone was very friendly and shared the routes.
Teton Multisport Trip
The group stayed at the Grand Teton Climbers Ranch. We hiked/mountaineered the Middle Teton with included a few step snow fields. We floated and fished the Snake River from Jackson Lake Dam to Pacific... more
The group stayed at the Grand Teton Climbers Ranch. We hiked/mountaineered the Middle Teton with included a few step snow fields. We floated and fished the Snake River from Jackson Lake Dam to Pacific... more
Hike to Hot Springs in Spanish Fork Canyon
We had a joyful hike to the Hot Springs in Spanish Fork Canyon today 08/11/2019. Tom and Edie Mitko made the drive all the way from the Salt Lake area and joined me on one of my favorite hikes.
We had a joyful hike to the Hot Springs in Spanish Fork Canyon today 08/11/2019. Tom and Edie Mitko made the drive all the way from the Salt Lake area and joined me on one of my favorite hikes.
Wildcat Ridge Cancelled Due to Snow
Ray Daurelle on the ridge just below the summit of Gobbler's Knob. The snow conditions talked us out of continuing on to Wildcat Ridge.
Ray Daurelle on the ridge just below the summit of Gobbler's Knob. The snow conditions talked us out of continuing on to Wildcat Ridge.
Rock Climb - 117 Clinic - Intermediate Skill
This clinic covers skills for the advancing climber new to multiple pitches, top-rope anchor building, and anchor cleaning. Covered topics included building a 2-bolt climbing anchor, cleaning an ancho... more
This clinic covers skills for the advancing climber new to multiple pitches, top-rope anchor building, and anchor cleaning. Covered topics included building a 2-bolt climbing anchor, cleaning an ancho... more
Rock Climb - 201 Clinic - Learn to Sport Lead
This is a workshop for experienced toprope climbers on the fundamentals of sport leading and lead belaying. If you have always wanted to try leading sport this is your chance. We cover gear & techniqu... more
This is a workshop for experienced toprope climbers on the fundamentals of sport leading and lead belaying. If you have always wanted to try leading sport this is your chance. We cover gear & techniqu... more
San Juan River - May 2019
San Juan River from Sand Island to Clay Hills. May 8th, 6 nights. Beth Blattenberger, Dave Vance, Kay & Arnie Tran.
San Juan River from Sand Island to Clay Hills. May 8th, 6 nights. Beth Blattenberger, Dave Vance, Kay & Arnie Tran.
Beginner Whitewater Rafting Green River 2019
Beginner Whitewater Rafting Trip Green River May 17-19, 2019
Beginner Whitewater Rafting Trip Green River May 17-19, 2019
Rock Climb - 101 Learn to Climb - May 26
This is a beginners workshop on the fundamentals of rock climbing plus equipment use & selection. This is also a great opportunity to meet and learn with other interested beginner climbers. We cover g... more
This is a beginners workshop on the fundamentals of rock climbing plus equipment use & selection. This is also a great opportunity to meet and learn with other interested beginner climbers. We cover g... more
Rock Climb - 101 Clinic - Learn to Climb
This is a beginners workshop on the fundamentals of rock climbing plus equipment use & selection. This is also a great opportunity to meet and learn with other interested beginner climbers. We cover g... more
This is a beginners workshop on the fundamentals of rock climbing plus equipment use & selection. This is also a great opportunity to meet and learn with other interested beginner climbers. We cover g... more
Echo Canyon - Rock Climb and Clean Up
WMC Members spent over an hour picking up trash and removing graffiti before enjoying a day of climbing on Bear Hollow Wall and Clint Eastwood Wall.
WMC Members spent over an hour picking up trash and removing graffiti before enjoying a day of climbing on Bear Hollow Wall and Clint Eastwood Wall.
Canyoneering Golf, Ghost Rider, Boltergeist
Eight WMC members descended three different canyons in the Virgin River George and St. George areas.
Eight WMC members descended three different canyons in the Virgin River George and St. George areas.
Sue's Winter Solstice Hike 2018
On the Friday Winter Solstice, our crew of 9 ventured up the trail under the full moon armed with layers and micro spikes. The Church Fork Trail bustled with other hikers and trail runners headed to G... more
On the Friday Winter Solstice, our crew of 9 ventured up the trail under the full moon armed with layers and micro spikes. The Church Fork Trail bustled with other hikers and trail runners headed to G... more
Hounds Tooth Hike
A short steep hike (5 hrs, 3000 vertical ft) to a landmark that's easy to recognize from the valley.
A short steep hike (5 hrs, 3000 vertical ft) to a landmark that's easy to recognize from the valley.
Graffiti Removal at Ledgemere in BCC
Peter, Brett, Kathleen, Scott, Ambrose, and Mark spent a cold day at Ledgemere picnic area removing graffiti and picking up trash. We removed two large bags of trash from the mine tunnel and many more... more
Peter, Brett, Kathleen, Scott, Ambrose, and Mark spent a cold day at Ledgemere picnic area removing graffiti and picking up trash. We removed two large bags of trash from the mine tunnel and many more... more
Hiking Continental Divide Trail
A cabineering Labor Day weekend of hiking with minimally used, easily accessible trailheads.
A cabineering Labor Day weekend of hiking with minimally used, easily accessible trailheads.
Rock Climb and Clean Up - Echo Canyon
A dozen WMC members joined us at Echo Canyon - Bear Hollow - Clint Eastwood Wall & Bear Hollow Wall. Echo Canyon offers fun, bolt protected cobble climbing. It is very similar to Maple Canyon. Pockets... more
A dozen WMC members joined us at Echo Canyon - Bear Hollow - Clint Eastwood Wall & Bear Hollow Wall. Echo Canyon offers fun, bolt protected cobble climbing. It is very similar to Maple Canyon. Pockets... more
Learn to Rock Climb - Group 3
This is a beginners workshop on the fundamentals of rock climbing plus equipment use & selection. If you have always wanted to experience climbing, are rusty & just want a refresher or just want to i... more
This is a beginners workshop on the fundamentals of rock climbing plus equipment use & selection. If you have always wanted to experience climbing, are rusty & just want a refresher or just want to i... more
Learn to Rock Climb - Group 2
This is a beginners workshop on the fundamentals of rock climbing plus equipment use & selection. If you have always wanted to experience climbing, are rusty & just want a refresher or just want to im... more
This is a beginners workshop on the fundamentals of rock climbing plus equipment use & selection. If you have always wanted to experience climbing, are rusty & just want a refresher or just want to im... more
Learn to Rock Climb - Group 1
This is a beginners workshop on the fundamentals of rock climbing plus equipment use & selection. If you have always wanted to experience climbing, are rusty & just want a refresher or just want to im... more
This is a beginners workshop on the fundamentals of rock climbing plus equipment use & selection. If you have always wanted to experience climbing, are rusty & just want a refresher or just want to im... more
Silver Fork Snowshoe in Feb with Bruce
Bruce lead a wonderful NTD snowshoe trip around Silver Fork Loop. For more pictures, check out the club facebook page.
Bruce lead a wonderful NTD snowshoe trip around Silver Fork Loop. For more pictures, check out the club facebook page.
Ruby-Horsethief Canyons October 2017
RUBY HORSETHIEF KAYAK TRIP, OCTOBER 13-16 2017 Organized by Gretchen Siegler
RUBY HORSETHIEF KAYAK TRIP, OCTOBER 13-16 2017 Organized by Gretchen Siegler
Rock Climb and Clean Up - Echo Canyon
Thank you Andrew and Neil for showing up on time to help me pick up trash. WMC removed half a dozen bags of trash from the Bear Hallow area of Echo Canyon.
Thank you Andrew and Neil for showing up on time to help me pick up trash. WMC removed half a dozen bags of trash from the Bear Hallow area of Echo Canyon.
Fish Lake - Sevenmile Creek Trip Photos
August 12-13, 2017. L-R: Teri, Cindy, Leslie, Rob Marcy, Dick (back), Pat, Ron Chris W, Jennifer, Cory, Robert, Mounia, Barb, Rod, Steve, Frank. Missing: Dave K, Chris K, Dave V, Sharon, Kneel.
August 12-13, 2017. L-R: Teri, Cindy, Leslie, Rob Marcy, Dick (back), Pat, Ron Chris W, Jennifer, Cory, Robert, Mounia, Barb, Rod, Steve, Frank. Missing: Dave K, Chris K, Dave V, Sharon, Kneel.
Paddling trip on Jackson Lake - GTNP
Aug. 29- Sept. 2. Four nights on Jackson Lake in Grand Teton Nat. Park
Aug. 29- Sept. 2. Four nights on Jackson Lake in Grand Teton Nat. Park
Red Rock Wall in BCC
Kathleen, Steve, Mark, and Ambrose spend Sunday morning defining the trail and replacing the hand lines with a retired climbing rope. We then enjoyed three different sport routes on the Red Rock Wall ... more
Kathleen, Steve, Mark, and Ambrose spend Sunday morning defining the trail and replacing the hand lines with a retired climbing rope. We then enjoyed three different sport routes on the Red Rock Wall ... more
Grizzly Gulch to PoW Mine and Twin Lakes Pass
Hike organized by Bruce Christenson, led by Liz Cordova, appreciated by all.
Hike organized by Bruce Christenson, led by Liz Cordova, appreciated by all.
Intro to Climbing - 101 Clinic
Saturday, June 3rd and Sunday, June 4th at Geezer Wall in Big Cottonwood Canyon.
Saturday, June 3rd and Sunday, June 4th at Geezer Wall in Big Cottonwood Canyon.
Stillwater Canyon, Green River
52 miles through Sillwater Canyon, Green River. April 28-May 3. Paddling, hiking, exploring.
52 miles through Sillwater Canyon, Green River. April 28-May 3. Paddling, hiking, exploring.
Rock Climb - Echo Canyon - May 7th
The group enjoyed a full day in the sun climbing quality conglomerate. And thank you to everyone for spending the first hour helping to pick up trash and loading junk into my truck to help clean up th... more
The group enjoyed a full day in the sun climbing quality conglomerate. And thank you to everyone for spending the first hour helping to pick up trash and loading junk into my truck to help clean up th... more
Mountaineering Snow Travel Clinic - April 30
Organized by Sharon Vinick. Photos by Kathleen Waller. An introduction to winter mountaineering including snow travel and self-arrest with an ice axe on Milly's at Brighton.
Organized by Sharon Vinick. Photos by Kathleen Waller. An introduction to winter mountaineering including snow travel and self-arrest with an ice axe on Milly's at Brighton.
Rock Climb - Valley of Zion - April 23
A beautiful day of rock climbing in the Standsbury range about 45 mins west of Salt Lake City. The Valley of Zion is quality sport climbing on limestone with great holds and a lot of friction. We clim... more
A beautiful day of rock climbing in the Standsbury range about 45 mins west of Salt Lake City. The Valley of Zion is quality sport climbing on limestone with great holds and a lot of friction. We clim... more
Teton Crest Backpack in Grand Teton Nat Park
Dates: August 27 - Sept. 4, 2016. Participants: Richard Jirik (organizer), Russell Patterson, and Bob Perkins. A 40-mile backpack starting at Granite Canyon and ending at String Lake.
Dates: August 27 - Sept. 4, 2016. Participants: Richard Jirik (organizer), Russell Patterson, and Bob Perkins. A 40-mile backpack starting at Granite Canyon and ending at String Lake.
Meander Canyon - Colorado River October 2016
Another wonderful trip down the Colorado River. Great weather, beautiful canyons, fun hiking.
Another wonderful trip down the Colorado River. Great weather, beautiful canyons, fun hiking.
2016 October Trail Maintenance BST
WMC members out on helping build Bonneville Shoreline Trail near Mount Olympus.
WMC members out on helping build Bonneville Shoreline Trail near Mount Olympus.
Echo Canyon - Clean Up and Climb
July 23rd, 2016 Rock Climb and Clean Up - Echo Canyon - Bear Hallow Area. Thank you to Tom, Steve, Jen, and Jim for helping to pick up trash before enjoying a wonderful day of rock climbing on quality... more
July 23rd, 2016 Rock Climb and Clean Up - Echo Canyon - Bear Hallow Area. Thank you to Tom, Steve, Jen, and Jim for helping to pick up trash before enjoying a wonderful day of rock climbing on quality... more
Rock Climb - Cirque of the Towers Area - WIND
WMC climbing in the Wind River Mountains of Wyoming near Cirque of the Towers, July 22-26th, 2016. Participants: Lucas Leoro, Frank A. Nederhand (organizer), and Matt Olson
WMC climbing in the Wind River Mountains of Wyoming near Cirque of the Towers, July 22-26th, 2016. Participants: Lucas Leoro, Frank A. Nederhand (organizer), and Matt Olson
Devil's Castle Hike 7/23/2016
Donn Seely organized this hike. Six members of our club attended - Donn, Stanley, Paul, Rick, Phil and Yi. It was a wonderful day on the trail. We passed through the meadows in Albion Basin and saw ma... more
Donn Seely organized this hike. Six members of our club attended - Donn, Stanley, Paul, Rick, Phil and Yi. It was a wonderful day on the trail. We passed through the meadows in Albion Basin and saw ma... more
Climbing The Highest Peak In Iceland
Several members of the WMC traveled to Iceland to climb its' highest mountain.
Several members of the WMC traveled to Iceland to climb its' highest mountain.
Meander Canyon - Colorado River
51 miles of easy paddling in 4 days. 4/29/16. Spectacular canyon scenery.
51 miles of easy paddling in 4 days. 4/29/16. Spectacular canyon scenery.
2015 Antelope Island Multi Sport Social
After a day of hiking, biking, and paddling, WMC members come together for a great evening to share stores of the day. The club provides all the fixin's for hot dogs, and others bring a dish or snack ... more
After a day of hiking, biking, and paddling, WMC members come together for a great evening to share stores of the day. The club provides all the fixin's for hot dogs, and others bring a dish or snack ... more
Halloween Party 2015
Here are the pictures that Terry and Carol were able to capture. Many of you had great costumes but move so fast that the camera was not able focus on you in such low light (or you may have just been ... more
Here are the pictures that Terry and Carol were able to capture. Many of you had great costumes but move so fast that the camera was not able focus on you in such low light (or you may have just been ... more
Rick Thompson's Ruby HorseThief 3 day float
Easy floating through the beautiful Ruby HorseThief Canyon, camp at sandy beach with amazing red canyon wall... a true river retreat!
Easy floating through the beautiful Ruby HorseThief Canyon, camp at sandy beach with amazing red canyon wall... a true river retreat!
White Baldy on July 2015
Julie Kilgore lead the hike up White Baldy. Approach was from the Northwest via Red Pine. A good trip for everyone.
Julie Kilgore lead the hike up White Baldy. Approach was from the Northwest via Red Pine. A good trip for everyone.
May 8 Boulder Canyoneering Base Camp
The scheduled trip itinerary was modified due to weather but we still saw some great places.
The scheduled trip itinerary was modified due to weather but we still saw some great places.
Cascade Mountain via the Crow's Foot Couloir
April 5, 2015 ascent of the Crow's Foot Couloir on Cascade Mountain
April 5, 2015 ascent of the Crow's Foot Couloir on Cascade Mountain
Canyoneering 201, March 2015
organized by Rick Thompson. Place: North Wash and Poison Spring Canyon complexes between Hanksville and Hite, Utah.
organized by Rick Thompson. Place: North Wash and Poison Spring Canyon complexes between Hanksville and Hite, Utah.
The Fabulous Subway -- Group II
August 1-3 we went to Zion National Park. The pictures in this album are mainly from our through hike of the Subwayon August 2 with a couple extra pictures from our hike of Angels Landing on August 3.... more
August 1-3 we went to Zion National Park. The pictures in this album are mainly from our through hike of the Subwayon August 2 with a couple extra pictures from our hike of Angels Landing on August 3.... more
Mountaineering - Triple Traverse 2014
WMC annual trip, usually at the end of April, depending on snow conditions. This route starts with a steep snow climb through Tanners Gulch and continues over Dromedary and Sunrise peak to the top of ... more
WMC annual trip, usually at the end of April, depending on snow conditions. This route starts with a steep snow climb through Tanners Gulch and continues over Dromedary and Sunrise peak to the top of ... more
BACKCOUNTRY 101 FOR SNOWSHOERS - JANUARY 2014
A fun and informative class on avalanche safety given by REI and the friendly folks at the Utah Avalanche Center.
A fun and informative class on avalanche safety given by REI and the friendly folks at the Utah Avalanche Center.
Organizer and Award Dinner Oct 13, 2013
Congratulations to award winners Jim Bradley and Knick Knickerbocker!
Congratulations to award winners Jim Bradley and Knick Knickerbocker!
Hidden, Baldy, Sugarloaf Peaks 8-17-13
Michelle Butz, Tom Mitko, Leslie Wood, Matt Mitko, Christiane Fauron, Dan Clark, Russell Patterson, Mohammed, Hal Wallace, Erin McCormack, Mark Bloomenthal, Michi Bracken, Peter Goldman.
Michelle Butz, Tom Mitko, Leslie Wood, Matt Mitko, Christiane Fauron, Dan Clark, Russell Patterson, Mohammed, Hal Wallace, Erin McCormack, Mark Bloomenthal, Michi Bracken, Peter Goldman.
Maybird Lakes Hike 6-9-13
Elliott Mott organized this hike to Maybird Lakes. Due to there being too much snow, we called it short by 1/3 mile for safety sake - good call. Photos and post by Knick Knickerbocker (last photo by E... more
Elliott Mott organized this hike to Maybird Lakes. Due to there being too much snow, we called it short by 1/3 mile for safety sake - good call. Photos and post by Knick Knickerbocker (last photo by E... more
Canyoneering 101 - Northwash
Rick's 101 class, learn how to rappel, how to dress for canyoneering! A very fun adventure! Canyoneering finally made possible!
Rick's 101 class, learn how to rappel, how to dress for canyoneering! A very fun adventure! Canyoneering finally made possible!
Canyoneering Prep-Rappelling Class 3/16/2013
Excellent intro class to rappelling, take fear right out of you. Rick explains all the gear; technical and all you ask in great details, you can feel that you are different person before class and aft... more
Excellent intro class to rappelling, take fear right out of you. Rick explains all the gear; technical and all you ask in great details, you can feel that you are different person before class and aft... more
Payette Rivers - July 5-7, 2012
The WMC made the annual trip up to the Payette Rivers over the long 4th of July weekend. A good time was had by all!
The WMC made the annual trip up to the Payette Rivers over the long 4th of July weekend. A good time was had by all!
Avalanche Transceiver Practice Photos
Had a great time practicing searching techniques at the annual WMC avalanche transceiver practice event on Saturday. Here are a few photos from the event.
Had a great time practicing searching techniques at the annual WMC avalanche transceiver practice event on Saturday. Here are a few photos from the event.
Liz Cordova WMC Loop Hike
Liz organized this WMC July 3, 2010 loop hike that included 15 hikers. From Brighton that took us past Lake Mary on our way to Catherine Pass. From there we continued on to top of Mt. Tuscarora on our... more
Liz organized this WMC July 3, 2010 loop hike that included 15 hikers. From Brighton that took us past Lake Mary on our way to Catherine Pass. From there we continued on to top of Mt. Tuscarora on our... more