TR: 5/16 Spanish Peaks Fun Times
Just a few shots from about 2 weeks ago in the Spanish Peaks north of Big Sky, sw of Bozeman. Used the Dudley Cr. TH for access; long slog in, but gets you to some really fun terrain that doesn't seem to see any traffic.
The snow was good; had to hike the first 1/2mi or so before putting on skins, but was consistent after that. If we had left 2-3hrs earlier we would have found awesome corn all over, instead we found lots of mush. Oh well.
There are a few stream crossings if you follow the summer trail.
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Finally gaining some elevation.
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Booting up the last little bit.
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Topping out on the ridge. Lots of fun things around there...
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Here we go!
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Scott making the skiing look far better, quality-wise, than it actually was. Mt. Wilson hanging in the background.
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Then it was time for an adventure. Sweet couloir that has easy access. Yours truly.
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3" of wet, heavy snow that moved from the top kept things interesting. Very fun place to be.
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And the rest of the way down...
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As instructors, we're very concerned about form at all times..
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One more shot from the ridge looking west-ish towards Beehive.
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Check ya later!
