Mt Shasta Climb | Lake Helen Camp Experience

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Mount Shasta in all its Glory! What a Peak!! We did this snow climb on June 27th 2024 thru June 29th 2024, spending two Nights camped at Lake Helen. But there isnt a Lake, its a snow field. Haha.
CONDITIONS UPDATE: Shortly above Horse Camp, the snow begins. Cramp-ons and Ice Axe recommended to reach Lake Helen. Above Lake Helen, that equipment is mandatory! About 5,000+ vertical of the 7,000+ vertical route is still snow covered. Consistency of snow NOT great for skiing, but ok for snow climb. Its consolidated. Slushy in the Afternoons. The snow is no longer bullet hard at Night so a very early start is the way to go.
My partner Andriy brought some very useful winter camping gear and emergency communications devices, avalanche beacons, etc. Not sure I would have summited without his assistance and moral support. I am super thankful to have a great climbing partner!
Only N. Palisade, Sill and Mt. Russel and i will have completed the CA 14ers.

What an amazing project! To My Dear Friend & Climbing Partner -- Thank you so much Andriy! You are a B.A.M.F.

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