Mt. Adams – Mazama Glacier
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Start date: 07/27/2013
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Start time: 12:00 AM
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End date: 07/29/2013
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End time: 11:59 PM
Description:
This climb starts at Bird Creek Meadows, 6000 ft elevation, on the Southeast side of Mt Adams. High camp is at the edge of the Mazama Glacier at about 8200 ft elevation. Summit day involves glacier travel and about 4000 ft elevation gain. You must have basic glacier travel skills including practice at self arrest techniques to participate.
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Event Leader: Sue Sullivan
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Event Leader Phone: 541-342-6546
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Event Leader Email: suesulliwat@gmail.com
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Assistant Leader: Maryanne Reiter
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Event category: Climbs
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Area Type:
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Departure Location: Lane Community College, parking lot nearest stoplight
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Rating:
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Roundtrip total drive miles: 422
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Season: 2013
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Permits Required:
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Event Status: Passed
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Supplies and Equipment Required: ice ax, crampons, harness, helmet, camping gear for two nights at elevation, and clothing appropriate for snow travel at altitude.
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participant prerequisites:
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Conditions:
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Total Distance: 11.4
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Member Fees: 3
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Elevation Gain: 6300
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Non-Member Fees: 15
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Committee: Climbs
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Junior member fees: —