[pct-l] Southern PCT in January

[Eugene Leafty]

I'll second what Brick said.  You don't need any snow tools south of Hwy 74.
Even with snow you could probably make it to Fobes Saddle.  Whatever snow
falls is mostly gone in a couple days, but the trail layout is forgiving
enough that you shouldn't have any trouble at all even if the snow stuck
around for a while.  Even though you guys may have stoves, you may be
interested in knowing that the drinking fountain at the visitors center at
Mount Laguna is heated and works all year.  Water may still be a problem
from Sunrise Trailhead to 3rd Gate...or even to Barrel Spring.  I'd advise
checking the water cache and water report.  Also, as Brick said, it does get
cool and windy.  I'm not sure how cold, but I experienced low 20's south of
Lake Morena last February.

-----Original Message-----
From: pct-l-bounces at backcountry.net [mailto:pct-l-bounces at backcountry.net]
On Behalf Of dan rapkin
Sent: Sunday, October 24, 2010 2:21 PM
To: pct-l at backcountry.net
Subject: [pct-l] Southern PCT in January


Hey Guys,
I plan on hiking the southern part of the PCT for about a week in the
beginning of January for a class requirement for my major over here on the
east coast at SUNY Plattsburgh.  I was wondering though what the conditions
are generally like in January?  Will I need crampons, snow shoes or ice
axes?  I have basic training in the use of ice axes and crampons but I am
bringing 3 other friends with me who have no training.  Should I change my
plan about hiking the PCT in January for something else, warmer?  I'm really
not sure, but I want to hike somewhere badly.  Thank you in advance for your
advice-Dan 		 	   		  
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