Was up at Johnson Canyon. Not a bad idea to wear your crampons all the way in as the trail is very icy. Some good climbing to be had. Pillars are reforming after most of them broke off last month. Just wanted to warn folks about the enticing fully formed pillar on the right of the crag. From the main practice ice slopes far right, to the left of these is first the top of a broken pillar and then a bit further left the one I'm talking about. Last week there was a significant and very large crack at the top of this pillar, this crack has been covered up with new ice but I suspect that it is still fragile, so beware. Also since the approach trail has been put in from up creek, thus avoiding the treacherous downclimb from the walkway, tourists are making their way to the climbing area and subjecting themselves to ice fall. Happy ice climbing, Eric
Eric Dumerac
ACMG full Ski Guide, ACMG Assistant Alpine Guide
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