Another climber dies in RMNP

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Re: Another climber dies in RMNP

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On a lighter note....
Andy wrote:It's some of the steepest snow I've climbed.
What?!
I thought you're suppose to be the Baron?!
(kidding, of course)
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Re: Another climber dies in RMNP

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d_baker wrote:On a lighter note....
Andy wrote:It's some of the steepest snow I've climbed.
What?!
I thought you're suppose to be the Baron?!
(kidding, of course)
At least according to the poll I am 8)
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Re: Another climber dies in RMNP

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I climbed Taylor Glacier back in June '09 and opted to take a belay at the top because the snow was not supportive enough. It would be pretty spooky being high on the glacier this time of year unprotected.

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Re: Another climber dies in RMNP

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Thanks for the photos Andy. Helps us realize just how serious the climb was for those involved.
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