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Hello Folks,
Alpine routes are starting to come into shape at Rogers Pass, with Mt.Tupper and Mt. MacDonald seeing ascents in the last week and into this weekend. Snowline is at approximately 1800-1900 meters (aspect dependent) and continues to creep upwards with the warmer summer temps. Water levels are still rising as the snow melts; creek crossing options exist but prepare for the possibility of getting wet feet. For the western routes on Mt. MacDonald a log exists just downstream of the Tractor Shed parking area. For the big North Facing routes (i.e. Prime Rib) a log crossing exists just upstream of the Lens gun position (just before the second snow shed heading east). Both are marked with flagging tape. Many of the big rig routes still appear to be seeping as of this morning, In the Asulkan/Illecillewaet drainages, routes such as the SW Ridge of Uto appear to be in condition however the bigger and cooler aspect routes such as NW Ridge of Sir Donald still need some time to dry out. Expect early season conditions on the routes themselves, the approaches and the potential for sporty creek crossings as previously mentioned. Take Care, Paddy Jerome Visitor Safety Technician ACMG/IFMGA Mount Revelstoke & Glacier National Parks Ph. 250 814 3524 patrick.jerome@xxxxxxxx www.parksmountainsafety.ca www.parcsecuritemontagne.ca
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