Idaho Exposure

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

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IMG_7922.JPG16 viewsWe paused here for a well deserved break. On the menu; salami, sharp cheddar, and homemade whole grain rye and wheat sesame crackers. And more photography!Aug 30, 2017
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IMG_7920.JPG20 viewsThe same backlit moss, with polarizing filter rotated to allow the reflections. I like the sparkling quality.Aug 30, 2017
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IMG_7919.JPG22 viewsBacklit moss, further saturated by use of a polarizing filter. Aug 30, 2017
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IMG_7916.JPG21 viewsOne of the more beautiful lakes in the meadow above our camp. This tent is pitched too close to the lake, according to the rules on the wilderness permit. There was a dog present to discourage any wilderness rangers. Bryce, the ranger who passed through our camp was very friendly, and the conversation was informing to say the least. Cool!Aug 30, 2017
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IMG_7913.JPG22 viewsTo supplement our backpack meals, I fly-fished the lake that can be seen directly above Mike's pack. I caught two trout the evening before, and another the morning we walked out.Aug 30, 2017
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IMG_7911.JPG24 viewsMike at the entrance to the basin leading to the Thompson Peak/Mickey's Spire saddle. The couloir drops off steeply beyond. Our camp lies 1000 vertical feet below, about dead center in the photo.Aug 30, 2017
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IMG_7907.JPG24 viewsLooking back toward the Thompson Peak/Mickey's Spire saddle (center, behind arete leading down from Thompson). We took advantage of the snow to expedite our descent.
Aug 30, 2017
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IMG_7904.JPG23 viewsMt. Regan above Sawtooth Lake (not visible in photo) to the west.Aug 30, 2017
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IMG_7903.JPG23 viewsThe view south from Thompson Peak.Aug 30, 2017
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IMG_7902.JPG24 viewsSoutheast, beyond Grand Mogul on the right, toward Finger of Fate in the distance.Aug 30, 2017
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IMG_7901.JPG24 views2 miles southwest as the crow files, North Raker is the unmistakable shark fin centered on the mid-distant ridge. No easy route on this peak; grade 3, class 6. Outstanding view while ascending to Ingeborg Lake above Spangle Lake in 2013.Aug 30, 2017
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IMG_7899.JPG27 viewsCastle Peak in the Boulder White Clouds, to the east across the Stanley Valley.Aug 30, 2017
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