On August 27, buddies Seth and Doxey climbed Castle Rock. The pair climbed The Fault and Catapult on Lower CR, then after lunch tackled the historic Midway. Seth did all the leading except for one pitch - way to go Seth! Afterward, Doxey reported, "We clumb it."

Seth, Anna, Jim and Phil climbed the West Ridge of Forbidden - hey, impressive! Everyone had a great time and agreed the famous West Ridge was an awesome climb. Says Phil,

The ridge climb was solid and very fun, with only one crux section that really tested our rock climbing skills. The rest was very low fifth class and the weather was perfect up there, -short sleves, sunshine and a mild breeze to cool the heat.

Anna on Forbidden

Phil hammin' it up!

Seth and Steve did a photography outing to Hannegan Peak. This is a nice hike overlooking Ruth Mountain and Shuksan, and the north unit of North Cascades National Park. Seth got these beautiful scenics of the area.

North Cascades from Hannegan Peak, © Seth Pollack

Mount Blum and Ruth Mountain, © Seth Pollack