Mt. Olympus, Blue Glacier (Fourth of July)

Activity Notes

Mt. Olympus, Blue Glacier: grade II, 30-40* snow, glacier terrain, low 5th alpine rock

Blue Glacier route has an extremely long (20 mi) approach along the Hoh River Trail, a relatively easy-going summit day, which includes crossing the Blue Glacier, and rock-climbing the summit block. And then, the nightmare of re-tracing the 20 miles back along the Hoh River Trail. This climb requires all team members to be physically fit, have moderate snow climbing skills, and have some experience rock climbing in alpine. This will be a three day climb, with two nights camped in the alpine.

This climb requires...

• moderate-to-strong physical fitness: all-day energy
• crevasse rescue skills
• moderate amount of snow climbing experience
• alpine camping skills

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As a note, when assembling climbers for a Mazama climb, I deliberately strive for a diverse, and balanced team. I principally take into consideration an individual's physical fitness, skill level for the route, and how they can contribute to the climb team’s diversity. Diversity consideration especially applies to the selection of the assistant and lead climber(s), to help expand the diversity in prospective Climb Leaders in the Mazamas.

If you have any questions, feel free to contact me, or the assistant.