Idaho Exposure

Hiking, Climbing, Backpacking, Snowshoeing, Backcountry Skiing. Photos by Thomas Oetzell; idahoexposure.com

The dreaded crossing!  I used the log 90 degrees to the current, and up, out of the water.  After surmounting the big log that crosses over it, one can clearly see that the log I crossed on becomes wet.  Crouching on all fours, one can reach the lower log (partially in the stream) stabilizing balance with the left foot.  The lower log is extremely slippery, so I used it only to help balance.  Moving further across, the lower log is less slippery.  It's always a relief to get to this side safely.

The dreaded crossing! I used the log 90 degrees to the current, and up, out of the water. After surmounting the big log that crosses over it, one can clearly see that the log I crossed on becomes wet. Crouching on all fours, one can reach the lower log (partially in the stream) stabilizing balance with the left foot. The lower log is extremely slippery, so I used it only to help balance. Moving further across, the lower log is less slippery. It's always a relief to get to this side safely.

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