[pct-l] Another question?

[Jim & Jane Moody]

Brandon, 



it all depends on how much snow is still around and your ability to deal with it, especially by yourself.  The most likely place to encounter dangerous snow / slopes will be the San Jacintos - Apache & South peaks, Fuller Ridge.  We had snow in late April in the San Felipe Hills, but it was quite pleasant to walk in - not dangerous at all. 



Monitor the weather, the List, PCTA, etc. to gain a feel for how much snow is still around when you start.  Nobody can tell you with certainty this early what conditions wil be.  However, I think you should start early.  The desert is more colorful, less crowded, cooler, and has more good water sources. 



Good luck, 

Mango 


----- Original Message ----- 
From: "Brandon Reed" brandon.reed2008 at yahoo.com 

Just out of curiosity, if I got an early season start, say beginning to mid 
April, what are my potential problem areas before reaching the sierras. Also, 
are there alternatives to avoiding these issues. 


 Brandon Reed