May 16, 2014, Helens

5/16/14

WA Cascades West Slopes South (Mt Rainier)

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Posted by mtneer ordinaire on 5/17/14 3:23pm

First day of coolish weather after a week of temps in the 70's and 80's. We hiked 3.25 miles before reaching continuous snow.

Descended from the rim at Noon and enjoyed some great turns for the first 1,500'. The remaining descent was less pleasant but not unexpected.

5/18/14 1:58pm

jake-the-brit

there is lovely irony in that thar photo.

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