Mazamas — For the Love of Mountains
Activity Notes
Who:
Intermediate-level experienced backcountry skier/split-boarder/climbers. 'Intermediate-level' is defined as "you can at least survival-ski down all the routes in-bounds at a typical resort, you've been on some backcountry tours, and you've mountaineered a thing or two."
What:
Worm Flows route, which means moderate slopes and likely variable conditions including icy patches and your favorite "South Side Sastrugi" we know and love on Cascade volcanos.
Where:
Mt. St. Helens.
When:
Next weather window in winter 2019 --most likely February. Since this is a winter climb the climb date is TBD. This will be a car-to-car climb leaving from Portland and returning the same day.
Why:
Because skis are better than snowshoes.
Other Pertinent Details:
Participants on this climb should have their own backcountry ski (alpine touring or telemark) or split-board setup, avalanche beacons, shovels, and probes; and have at least Mazamas SkiMo/ICS-level avalanche training --preferably Avy-I certified. You'll also need crampons and an ice axe (whippets if you know how to use them are ok). Ski crampons in addition get extra credit.
