Idaho Exposure

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

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IMG_8949.JPG2 viewsWe found a fine place to set up camp at the west end of Lake 12021' as the sun was setting. We were happy to be out of the boulders safely.Dec 14, 2012
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IMG_8947.JPG1 viewsAlpenglow, looking east toward Wallace Col from west end of Lake 12021'.Dec 14, 2012
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IMG_8936.JPG4 viewsLake 12021' in Evolution Basin from well below the top of Wallace Col, 6 hours later. I did not realize at the time how long it took to get over this col, but I knew it took a lot of time. I had to scout ahead, leave my pack at the top, and search out an easier route for my companion. The descent was not as steep, but even looser. We created mini avalanches of scree which raised choking clouds of dust. My advice; use Echo Col.Dec 14, 2012
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IMG_8938.JPG1 viewsWallace Col from the west. The top is further left from top left corner of photo.Dec 14, 2012
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IMG_8933.JPG1 viewsWe also tried to make use of the snow where we could.Dec 14, 2012
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IMG_8928.JPG1 viewsDirty, loose, scree choked Wallace Col comes into view to the west.Dec 14, 2012
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