Science Abuse Posted October 10, 2005 Report Share Posted October 10, 2005 Come to Mt Washington, the land of sideways icicles! $650 covers everything, transport, food, lodging, guide, and technical gear. You bring warm clothes and a pack. http://photos1.blogger.com/img/100/1910/640/sublimating%20ice%20on%20Mt.%20Washington.jpghttp://www.mountwashington.com/archives/original/mwn-1.jpg From Appalachian Outfitters in Stow, Oh. _____________________________________________ Hi Eric. We have finalized our winter schedule and there is one winter alpine trip. The trip is to Mt. Washington in New Hampshire. It involves one day of snow school (crampon technique, rope work and snow dynamics), one day of vertical ice climbing and one day attempting a summit of Mt. Washington. The cost for the trip, including transportation, food, lodging, instruction and gear is $650. The trip dates are February 4 through February 9. The only expenses not included are meals during travel, personal expenses and a tip for the guide. We provide double boots, crampons, harnesses, ropes and rigging and helmets. You need to bring appropriate clothing, a technical day pack (hat will carry a rope, ice axe, crampons, change of clothes), and a headlamp. I have attached an information sheet that has all the details and a packing list. If you have any questions, please contact me by email or at a number listed below. We usually fill this trip to capacity. Right now we have two folks signed up. Normally it is full by around Thanksgiving. Thanks for the inquiry. Becky Roethlisberger Appalachian Outfitters, Ohio Fax: 330-829-9435 Phone: 330-655-5444 http://www.appalachianoutfitters.com http://www.kendallcliffs.com ___________________________________________ Said info sheet; _________________________________________ October 8, 2005 Dear Thank you for registering for the Mt. Washington Winter Alpine trip. We have included an information packet so you may begin planning for your trip. This is our eighth time to Mt. Washington, and every trip is a little different. John MacDonald will be your Appalachian Outfitters guide (his fifth time to Mt Washington in winter), and Alain Comeau will be your local guide (he has led all our Mt. Washington trips). You do not need any previous mountaineering experience, but you should be in good shape. We will be outside (possibly in sub-freezing temperatures) for 8 to 10 hours a day. You do not have to be Superman, but endurance is important. Winds may reach speeds of over 100 mph, visibility may be limited, and there may be ice and snow. You MUST have appropriate clothing for this trip. No cotton for outside activities! If you are unfamiliar with technical clothing, or have questions about gear you already own, please stop in our stores for help. We will stay in “dormitory” style rooms (2-4 to a room). Linens and bedding will be provided. Pinkham Notch has two pay phones, a library and no televisions or radios. Please respect the solitude of the Lodge. There are gender specific restrooms on each floor with showers (no in-room facilities). The Lodge provides incredible home-cooked meals. We will eat breakfast and dinner in the Lodge (both hot meals), and have a bag lunch. If you have any dietary restrictions, please inform us of them. Additionally, any medical conditions we should be aware of can be discussed with John prior to departure. If we can be of any additional assistance, please do not hesitate to ask. This is a great introduction to mountaineering and an incredible trip. We look forward to having you join us. Becky Roethlisberger 330-655-5444 info@appalachianoutfitters.com AO2005 Appalachian Outfitters 2005 Mt. Washington Trip February 4 - 9 The Guide Alain Comeau, a member of the Mountain Guides Alliance, has agreed to be our guide. Alain has been climbing for over 30 years and has been in Yosemite, the New Zealand Alps, Mexico’s volcanoes, East Africa and the European Alps. We have worked with Alain for almost 10 years and think very highly of him. The Itinerary Saturday, February 4: Leave Peninsula store at 8:00pm Sunday, February 5: Arrive Pinkham Notch 9:00am Spend the day in North Conway getting rental gear and relaxing. Monday, February 6: Meet Alain at Pinkham Notch 8:00am At Crawford Notch (Willy’s Slide), receive instruction for ice axe and crampons, movement on snow vs. ice, and safety. Alain will also teach step cutting as well as French, International and front point techniques. We will practice self-arrest, snow and ice anchors, belays and glissading techniques. We will be outside about 8 hours. Dinner at Pinkham Notch at 6:00pm. Tuesday, February 7: Meet Alain at Pinkham Notch at 7:30am Attempt summit of Mt. Washington (approximately 5 – 9 hours depending on the group and weather conditions). Dinner at Pinkham Notch at 6:00pm Wednesday, February 8: Vertical Ice Climbing. Location dependent upon weather conditions. Thursday, February 9: Leave for Ohio 7:00am (breakfast on the road). Arrive at Peninsula store around 8:00pm The total trip fee will be $650 and will cover the following: - Food and lodging at Pinkham Notch Sunday, Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday (including meals from dinner Sunday to dinner Wednesday) - Van transportation for the first 7 participants (any additional participants must provide transportation at their own expense) - Guide and all technical equipment (including axes, crampons, helmets, harnesses, ropes, and so forth) Expenses not covered by the trip fee: - Food on the road to New Hampshire (evening snacks, Sunday breakfast and lunch) - Extra snacks, beverages and souvenirs - Tips for the Guides (it is customary to tip a guide after a successful trip – this will be at your discretion) - Food on the road back to Ohio (breakfast, lunch and possibly dinner) - Emergencies (if we get snowed in some place) All fees must be paid in full by December 30 to secure your position on the trip. Please be reminded that fees are non-refundable (we make non-refundable deposits to secure arrangements). AO2005 Packing List This is an equipment list we have refined during 10 winter summit attempts at Mt. Washington. Participants who try to “skimp” on gear risk their own safety and the safety of the group. We urge you to carefully review this list (note some items are optional). We are happy to answer any questions you may have. The right clothing and gear will increase your comfort, enjoyment and margin of safety. Clothing...........................................................Equipment 3 Capilene Shirts...............................................Hand Warmers 2 or 3 Capilene Bottoms..................................Goggles or Glacier Glasses 4 Pair Wool Socks........................................Gaiters (will protect your pants from crampons) 2 Fleece Shirts/Jackets................................Technical Day Pack (must carry rope, crampons, 1 Down or Insulated Jacket ice axe, lunch, water and change of clothes) 1 MHW Transition Shirt (optional)............................First Aid Kit 1 Fleece Pants or Windstopper Pants.................Thermos – no glass (optional) 1 Gore-Tex Jacket or equivalent...........................Mug (optional) 1 Gore-Tex Pants or equivalent.........................“Cabin shoes” for in lodge 2 Warm Hats..........................................................Toiletries 2 Pair Gloves or Mittens w/Liners........................Emergency Bag or Blanket 1 Balaclava.................................................Nalgene 32oz WIDE MOUTH 1 Sleep Clothing........................................Camel Bak w/ Tube Insulator (optional) Personal items (underwear et al)...............................Headlamp (bright enough to hike with) Casual clothing to wear at Lodge............................Leki Poles (optional) Travel Clothes.............................................Camera and Film (FRESH batteries – cold drains them fast) ...............................................................Lash Straps (to secure axe and crampons to pack) ..........................................................................Journal .....................................................................Spending Money Provided Equipment Double Boots (very warm) Crampons (very sharp) Ice Axe Helmet Harness Ropes Belay/Rappel Equipment Carabiners AO2005 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
grease monkey Posted October 10, 2005 Report Share Posted October 10, 2005 hhmmm, I wonder if Becky Roethlisberger is related to the starting Quarter Back for the Pittsburgh Steelers??? Ben Roethlisberger.......... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Science Abuse Posted October 10, 2005 Author Report Share Posted October 10, 2005 i was wondering if she was related to this hot chick that i went to Highschool with. Who fuckin cares about a QB? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
grease monkey Posted October 11, 2005 Report Share Posted October 11, 2005 I don't recall anyone at OHS with that name, though you were a few* years ahead of me. And the Steelers are kicking ass this year, so far at any rate, hope Ben's not hurt to bad! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Science Abuse Posted October 11, 2005 Author Report Share Posted October 11, 2005 I only went to OHS for 2 years. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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