Idaho Exposure

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

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IMG_7519.JPG3 viewsA bighorn sheep descends from the ridge, finding our camp is blocking his access to the lake.Aug 28, 2017
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IMG_7513.JPG3 viewsA bighorn sheep descends from the ridge, finding our camp is blocking his access to the lake.Aug 28, 2017
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IMG_7511.JPG1 viewsShortly before 7 am, ground fog wisps across Wilson Lake, while low clouds hang on the peak to the west.Aug 28, 2017
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IMG_7509.JPG2 viewsA minute later, the alpenglow is gone.Aug 28, 2017
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IMG_7506.JPG3 viewsEnjoying her soup, the professor gets a double dose of orange light; from the alpenglow, and the fire.Aug 28, 2017
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IMG_7504.JPG2 viewsAt 8:20, the smoke is clearing, and the last light takes on an orange cast over Wilson Lake.Aug 28, 2017
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IMG_7503.JPG3 viewsThe professor informs me that we have found our home for the night; a wise move considering the late hour and how tired we both are.Aug 28, 2017
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IMG_7500.JPG6 viewsTired, and armed with an antiquated topo, we miss the turnoff to Birdbill Lake at a saddle on Fishfin Ridge, and descend to Wilson Lake.Aug 28, 2017
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IMG_7495.JPG3 viewsWilson and Harbor Lakes come into view shortly after descending from the crest of the ridge.Aug 28, 2017
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