September 29 - The snow from the last storm is slowly melting off the peaks in
Glacier Park, with some very nice autumn days. Some of the south and west
facing ridges are probably climbable, with pockets of snow on ledges and north
facing terrain. Sir Donald still has snow on the upper third of the west face,
and will have snow even lower on the north side of the NW ridge. Walking on
the snow covered rock on the approaches will be slippery (knee and ankle
tweaking conditions), and expect verglass if you are out early in the morning.
With remanants of the storm snow on the glaciers, watch for hidden crevasses
and thin bridges.
Daytime highs in the mid 20's in the valley in Revelstoke, making for some very
pleasant cragging weather.
The days are getting shorter, remember to pack a headlamp!
Jordy Shepherd
ACMG/IFMGA Mountain Guide
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