Trip Report: Rock Climb - Recon of Rock Canyon
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Rock Climb - Recon of Rock Canyon By Stephanie Stamm |
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| CLIMBING | 03/02/2025 | MOD |
| Seven adventurous souls and four canine companions set out to reconnoiter Rock Canyon in advance of the upcoming climbing season. Conditions in the canyon were unknown beforehand, and thankfully the trail was mostly dry with some icy sections that were fairly easy to navigate. After a short walk up canyon, the group noted the sunny, south-facing climbing crags, yet these intrepid explorers continued hiking, weighed down by their packs but buoyed by the fantastic weather. They crossed a foot bridge and clambered up a mountainside of loose soil and scree before reaching their final destination: Tatooine. Here the adventurers found outstanding climbing on sharp limestone, as well as spectacular views of the valley and lake beyond. Some route highlights included Jawa Jam, The Phantom Menace and Leia's Leash, a 2-pitch climb that transformed into a micro epic when a loose, knotted rappel strand floated away, but was eventually rescued with the help of a panic draw. In the end, the group retreated back down the death scree and icy trail in daylight and everyone returned home cheery, if a little tired. Human adventurers: Bryan M, Ellyn N, Nathan C, Neil S, Paul G, Sam, Steph S Canine adventurers: Elliot, Dawsyn, Mazie, Utley |
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