[pct-l] PCT: Steven's Pass to Stehekin?

[dc23 at nyu.edu (David Canty, PhD)]

Many thanks, Ben!  Most everyone who's replied mentions Fire Creek
pass.  I'll definitely take and ice ax and crampons, even though the
Snotel data shows below-normal snow and precip this year so far.  Best
-- David

Ben Armstrong wrote:

>  David, Carry an ice ax.  You will have snow covered passes through
> Glacier Peak Wilderness.  Fire Creek Pass is always tricky.  Depending
> on snow levels this year, much of the trail may be snowbound.  Make a
> conscious effort to make decisions based on how your body feels and
> not as much based on a fixed ending point, i.e. "I have to make it
> over this pass tonight," or "I must do 30 miles a day ..." Take mental
> and physical rest breaks before and/or after crossing big stretches of
> snow.  Regain a balanced center whenever necessary.  Take deep, even
> breaths. This is a rugged section, and the time it takes you to hike
> it depends on your level of training (how much you walk in the
> day-to-day world with a pack on), the amount of snow, and how many
> hours you spend on trail walking each day.  How much walking can you
> do propelled by joy in the face of pain? Feel the trail.  Tune in to
> the solitude.  Be the connection between your maps and the natural
> world.  Feel the wobble in your knees.  Drink alot of water.  There's
> much wide-eyed wonder to behold. Good luck,Ben Armstrong
>
> "David Canty, PhD" <dc23@nyu.edu> wrote:
>
>      I wondered if anyone has done this trip -- about 100 miles
>      -- around mid
>      July. How long did it take, and did you encounter snow that
>      slowed you
>      down? Recommend crampons and ice ax? Thanks for any words of
>      wisdom!
>
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David J Canty, PhD
Medical and Nutrition Communications
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