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| Mt. Sherman-2nd 14er |
Well, I have climbed two 14ers since being in CO for 1 year now and have decided to start posting since I read this site and have learned so much from all of you and want to start giving back as well. Let me just say "thank you" up front to everyone who posts as I have learned a great deal about climbing, gear, weather, etc....Keep it up!
Mt. Sherman was my 2nd 14er (Eolus was 1st) on this busy July 4th weekend. We camped overnight and started our ascent from the Four Mile camp area around 7:30 a.m., arriving at the 12,000 mark around 8 a.m. The weather was perfect, although slightly windy on the final descent up. My mountain goat friend took off ahead of me the last 1/2 hour-45 minutes since I was struggling slightly and nursing a knee injury. I knew it would take me longer to get up, but know my self determination and love of challenges would get me there!
The trail was uneventful until the snowfield that I had to traverse across (still new to snow/ice, but learning). But, it was easily crossed with only a slip or two since the past two days of warm weather had started to soften the snow/ice. Of course on the way down, this makes for a fun glisading trip!
The next part of the trip became very rocky, but I enjoyed it better than the loose gravel. What appeared to be the first false summit was a grind up for this novice and the wind howled. At this point I met Hannah, Landon, and Scott and I want to say thank you for allowing me to tag along on the final stretch. And, CONGRATS Scott on your first 14er!
On the home stretch the wind died down and the views were spectacular! Once reaching the summit, I re-connected with my friend, we ate some snacks, drank plenty of water, took some photos, and began our descent down.
We arrived back at the car around noon and headed into Fairplay for delicious burgers and a cold Guiness. Thanks to Jessica the the Brown Burro Cafe for recommending the bowling alley. Yes, that‘s right, it is the best food and beer in town!
I had an incredible time and Mt. Sherman was a great start to my new addiction of climbing. Thanks to my friend for his patience and encouragement of me on this trip!
Now, I must get on my soapbox for just a moment. I have only been in this great state for 1 year and have an immense love for these mountains, but they must be respected. By this, I mean to all of you who are starting out climbing, PLEASE be prepared! It is essential you properly pack...plenty of fluids, snacks, and clothing....especially for the little ones. Layering is very important! I know those packs get heavy, but the weather is very unpredictable and you can go from clear, warm skies to cold and windy in a matter of minutes. Please make sure you have a good underlayer of capilene (or equivalent), fleece and a shell; you can always take away layers if you get warm. And remember, children get colder than adults. For the little boy I gave my fleece jacket to...I hope you made it up/down okay.
Have fun to all of you out there and thank you again to 14ers.com for giving me a great education to have fun...safely, on these awe-inspiring mountains!
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