Mazamas — For the Love of Mountains
Activity Notes
Mt. Rainier, Liberty Ridge: grade IV, steep snow, glacier terrain, sustained alpine-ice 2-3
The crux of this climb is finding a solid weather window, and so this climb will go any time during the May 27th - June 8th time frame.
Liberty Ridge is one of the most challenging, and committing alpine routes that Mt. Rainier offers. This route requires all applicants to have substantial alpine snow experience (>12 routes involving alpine snow climbing), and be comfortable placing pickets, climbing steep snow for extended slopes, and negotiating alpine ice. If you apply, please contact me directly to discuss the climb expectations, fitness levels, and skills requirements.
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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.
