Every year many climbers are broken, maimed, and killed. Whenever possible, I credit the author if it is not me.

This site is dedicated to Ben Colin Manfredi. November 27, 1978 - November 9, 2003 and we continue this page in the footsteps of a friend who would expect nothing less. While you are here, Chronological. Is the best way to navigate the stories on this site. Page to contact or to see more details. Press on the below photo to visit the most recent story. And feel free to go to our guestbook.

We use lightweight gear to move easily and efficiently in the mountains. After half a season of touring with radios, I am certain that they make us faster and safer. Remember that time you lost your partner in the woods and you each spent twenty minutes looking for each other? September 18, 2017.

Saving Lives Through Rescue and Mountain Safety Education. PMR Warns about Treewell Hazards.

Tuesday, November 30, 2010. This is my new favorite secret stash on Mt. Someone mentioned there was some good skiing in this area and a quick look on a Topo made realize I should have discovered this long ago. This was great for first turns of the year! Saturday, February 27, 2010. Near the Top of Gnarl Ridge. Investigating the cliffs to find a chute that went. Tom Dick and Harry skiing near mt hood.

Nearing the ice step on the North Ridge. Booyah! Brendan and Todd and the smudge inside my camera lens. Pat topping out to easier terrain.

Here you will find an account of my ongoing bout with my skiing problem. They say the first step to recovery is admitting you have a problem. So there you have it. Please share in my dilemma as I explore the magnificent Washington Cascades and beyond, providing trip reports, photos, and video, as well as commentary on weather, snow safety and conservation issues. You are invited to subscribe to my blog.