Mt. Stuart, West Ridge (III, low 5th)

Activity Notes

West Ridge of Stuart in two days is fast. Day 1- Drive up, hike in, make camp Day 2- Alpine start, climb route, descend Cascadian Couloir route, break camp, hike out, drive home. We'll be moving at a stiff, and consistent "5" pace. We'll camp at Ingalls Lake, and be up very early climb day (Monday). Skills Needed: Outdoor rock climbing experience Rock gym climbing grades: should be comfortable/casual top-roping 5.10+ Lead belay skills with significant experience Some familiarity with basic multi-pitch climbing Alpine rappelling experience Experience/training in basic rock rescue (ascending a rope, tandem rappels)