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huron Member
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Thu Apr 16, 2009 11:07 pm
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It was a popular, almost crowded evening to scale the Balcony. Malachai Constant, Yukon222, Zeusdaddy, GQHiker, Victoria, Ingunn, JK, Dale, Clara, Cheryl, Hans, Ty, Hans, Craig, Dan, Ryan and Nordic converged on the trail head just as several crews of climbers were wrapping up their day. More commotion followed as two or three hook & ladder rigs careened around the tight fire training road curves. Thick swarms of skeeters were a first for the season.
The brisk pace set by Rob, Yukon and Zeusdaddy made quick work of the rocky first half of this wide, stream carved boulder field of a road turned trail. A quick transition to 18 inches of snow only slowed the front runners when hitting a post hole. This group is obviously ready for some more challenging targets!
A roaring I-90 and views of McClellan, Putrid Pete's, Silver, Humpback and Granite welcomed us to Harry's lair. We were met at our destination by Larry and digger in great TNAB tradition. There was plenty of time for conversation and exploration of the balcony's edge. A toast to the new comers, a group shot, and we were once again on the trail, retracing our now solid snow track.
Two hikers were lost on the way out, but I hear they were able to "enjoy the views". Pour House as usual.
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Malachai Constant Member
Joined: 13 Jan 2002 Posts: 16088 | TRs | Pics Location: Back Again Like A Bad Penny |
Summit Shots
"You do not laugh when you look at the mountains, or when you look at the sea." Lafcadio Hearn
"You do not laugh when you look at the mountains, or when you look at the sea." Lafcadio Hearn
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turing Member
Joined: 16 Feb 2009 Posts: 23 | TRs | Pics Location: Bellevue |
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Fri Apr 17, 2009 1:42 am
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I really should check out a TNAB trip -- sounds like lots of fun!
Did you guys happen to stumble upon a jacket?
Nic lost his on our Dirty Harry's trip 3 weeks ago. We're planning to go back to look, but haven't gotten around to it yet
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ADrewzki Snow angels are hot
Joined: 27 Apr 2007 Posts: 188 | TRs | Pics Location: Denver |
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Fri Apr 17, 2009 7:02 am
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Ah man. Looks like it was another great TNAB night and I've gotta be stuck down here in warm sunny California. Damn the luck! I'm looking forward to seeing the group shot and pictures!
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yukon222 Member
Joined: 12 Mar 2007 Posts: 1893 | TRs | Pics
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Fri Apr 17, 2009 10:06 am
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Fun little stroll up the rocky "trail" to the Balcony. The snow in the trees will definitely be sticking around for awhile. No sunset appeared last night; can't enjoy it every time out otherwise it wouldn't be quite so special.
Snowmelt cascading down the rock JK and distracted Max checking out possible new descent route Nordic, his dog Frieda and GQHiker enjoying the views from the Balcony
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Yet Member
Joined: 23 Apr 2005 Posts: 2634 | TRs | Pics Location: Happily Ever After |
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Fri Apr 17, 2009 10:33 am
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Thanks for the TR, Magnum.
Larrry's back. Awesome!
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gone Member
Joined: 08 Feb 2008 Posts: 1051 | TRs | Pics
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Fri Apr 17, 2009 10:37 am
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gone Member
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Fri Apr 17, 2009 11:17 am
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If by "borrow" you mean "pay", sure!
Btw, I don't want to hijack the TNAB thread, but saw this yesterday and your post reminded me of it: The Claim: Nasal Irrigation Can Ease Allergy Symptoms. I'm going to try and go allergy drug free this year with some help from lots of saline nasal spray. Also, I find that strenuous exercise of any sort really helps open everything up, even if only for a while.
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wamtngal Member
Joined: 13 Jun 2004 Posts: 2382 | TRs | Pics Location: somewhere |
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Fri Apr 17, 2009 11:19 am
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Wow - you mean to tell me there's someone TALLER than yukon on TNAB trips now? Yukon is generally the giant in every trip photo I've been in with him. He's just barely peeping around the shoulder of Super Tall Guy (sorry I don't know your name)!
Opinions expressed here are my own.
Opinions expressed here are my own.
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Go Jo of the lykkens
Joined: 08 Jun 2003 Posts: 2248 | TRs | Pics Location: Around The Bend |
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Fri Apr 17, 2009 12:17 pm
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My poor photoshop skills should motivate all to be there for the actual photo! Maybe Nordic was off summiting McClellan Butte
Wonderful weather, great group, fast feet, playful pups, this trip had everything but the spectacular sunset!
ps. Sorry I made your cranium all lumpy Nordic.
Seasons Collide:
micro spikes and shorts, who'da thunk it?
Mystery Solved:
Our new TNABers are Ty, Hans, Clara & Cheryl accompanied by Babe & Jasper
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Ingunn Hiking Viking
Joined: 01 Feb 2008 Posts: 1751 | TRs | Pics Location: Redmond |
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Fri Apr 17, 2009 12:58 pm
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the lykkens wrote: | ps. Sorry I made your cranium all lumpy Nordic. |
I thought those bumps were from the mosquitoes.
Thanks for another great Thursday night! Unfortunately I seem to have lost my afterburners (did I ever have any??) and was huffing and puffing in the back within four seconds.
We'll have to attach a squeaky toy to the camera so Wellington will look in the right direction. 6 labels The Duke & Dutchess (which one is which?), Kent and McClellan Butte. No headlamps needed.
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Nordic Member
Joined: 04 Sep 2007 Posts: 390 | TRs | Pics Location: North Bend |
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Fri Apr 17, 2009 1:49 pm
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Yet Member
Joined: 23 Apr 2005 Posts: 2634 | TRs | Pics Location: Happily Ever After |
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Fri Apr 17, 2009 3:08 pm
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Ingunn wrote: | Thanks for another great Thursday night! Unfortunately I seem to have lost my afterburners (did I ever have any??) and was huffing and puffing in the back within four seconds. |
Hey! Don't be stealing my spot.
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Schmidt Alti-Dude 4th class poster
Joined: 06 Jul 2007 Posts: 1361 | TRs | Pics Location: Looking for Adventure 201! |
Yes, TNAB, you managed to make us jealous once again.
Ingunn wrote: | 6 labels The Duke & Dutchess (which one is which?), Kent and McClellan Butte. |
Ingunn, I added the labels. The Duke is closer to Kent and is slightly higher even though the Duchess seems higher in your photo because of the angle.
Anything stated by me in no way reflects the attitudes or opinions of my wife
Anything stated by me in no way reflects the attitudes or opinions of my wife
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puzzlr Mid Fork Rocks
Joined: 13 Feb 2007 Posts: 7216 | TRs | Pics Location: Stuck in the middle |
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Fri Apr 17, 2009 10:41 pm
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But I can vouch that the Duchess is a lot more fun!
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