May 27 2007
Mt. Shasta – Solo Avalanche Gulch
May 26 – 27, 2007
This was my 3rd climb (2nd 1-day solo) and 3rd summit on Shasta. Approx 7200’ vertical in 7 miles (one way). See pictures of my Mt. Shasta climb. Continue Reading »
Archive for May, 2007
May 11 2007
Paria River and Buckskin Gulch – Utah/Arizona
May 9 – 11, 2007
Terry and I hiked the Paria River and its main tributary, the Buckskin Gulch. The Paria River is “the best of the longer narrow canyon hikes on the Colorado Plateau,” and Buckskin Gulch is the “longest and best all-around slot canyon hike in the world.” Buckskin Gulch is over 8 miles long and averages 10 to 15 feet in width for its length. In many places it’s only 3 feet wide and can boast tight squeezes and spooky lighting. The canyon walls in the Paria and Buckskin can reach several hundred feet high. Continue Reading »
May 06 2007
Little Death Hollow – Wolverine Canyon Loop
May 6, 2007
Slot canyons rock. Did I say I love Southern Utah? I hiked a nice 15.8 mile loop through two slot canyons – Little Death Hollow and Wolverine Canyon – in Grand Staircase Escalante National Monument. About half-way into the hike, it started to spit rain. I was aware of flash flood debris about 16 feet high on the canyon walls, but was committed to finish. Speed walking is great exercise. Observed a Mexican spotted owl nesting in the canyon walls; I understand this is a very rare find. The petrified logs were plentiful and just incredible. Check out the cool pictures.
May 04 2007
Navajo Knobs – Rim Overlook
May 4, 2007
I was several days into my Utah trip and it seemed as though the daily rain (heavy) and snow storms wouldn’t quit. With a short break in the weather, I hiked (4.5 mile round trip) to Navajo Knobs in Capitol Reef National Park. From the Navajo Knobs rim overlook, there is a great view of Fruita 1,000 feet below and a 360 degree panorama view of the park, including the Waterpocket Fold. There are also very nice views of Boulder, Thousand Lake, and the Henry mountains.
I saw one other couple near the top hiking out while I was still going in. The man was 76 years old and moving at a good pace. He told me he feels the same now as he did when he was 35. My inspiration!
Be sure to check out the pictures.
