[MCR] Mt. Bryce Conditions

Subject: [MCR] Mt. Bryce Conditions
Date: Sun, 14 Aug 2005 20:02:40 -0700
Just back from the NE Ridge of Bryce. The route is in good albeit "early"
season conditions. Lot's of snow on the ridge above 9500 ' with   large
butterfly cornices on the middle and main  peaks, making for some
interesting climbing. Lot's of  previous cornice failure along the ridge.
Snow pickets would definately be an asset . Didn't use any ice screws.
Lower third of the route is mainly  dry and free of  snow  upper 2/3 was
good Neve climbing. In crampons most of the day. Still plenty of snow below
the col at the base of the ridge , making  for an easy decent on the  knees

The road is in good shape. Active logging at present with trucks hauling up
to the north fork junction of the Bush. No trucks passed on the north
fork...

Cheers Troy



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