Beckey, CAG, Volume 1

The peak is named for Arthur A. Denny, who made the first mineral discovery in this district in 1869.

Beckey, CAG Vol 1

The romance of the Index area is derived from the achievements and mishaps of the prospecors who explored the area's rough subalpine slopes. Miners termed the massif West Index.

Beckey, CAG Volume 1

In 1841 the Wilkes Expedition charted the mountains as the Cascade Range. That name prevailed with the wide distribution of maps.

Phil and I climbed R&D over the weekend - it was great! We then tackled the 5.7 climb up on Bob's Wall - very cool.

I hope you enjoy the new website for the Bushwhacker Climbing Club. Please invite your friends and neighbors to come here to learn more about the club and our courses.

The Annual Club Meeting was Tuesday night, November 15, held at Issaquah Brewhouse again this year. It was a fine crowd of about 30 individuals, all meeting and greeting. We conducted our business too; a presentation about the status of the club and plans for the upcoming year. I hope all that attended had fun and learned more about the club.

Many hearty thanks to departing Board members Angela, Mario and Chad. New members Allen, Katie, and Steve are excellent additions to the Board.

Milkshake Madness was an extravaganza! I never counted but there were a lot of people there, lots of milkshakes and a terrific slide show. Mmmm, good times!