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IMG_7000.JPG1 viewsWhile Shallow Lake is the background in this self portrait, the brook trout was taken from Scree Lake just below. Trout were going after the fly as I played the line out a few feet in front of me preparing to cast.Aug 28, 2017
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IMG_6996.JPG1 viewsIn less than 10 minutes, alpenglow appears on the cirque wall surrounding Shallow Lake.Aug 28, 2017
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IMG_6993.JPG1 viewsThe same shot, 12 hours later. Alpenglow is not upon Castle Peak yet.Aug 28, 2017
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IMG_6988.JPG1 viewsI continue climbing to Shallow Lake, which offers better camping.Aug 28, 2017
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IMG_6986.JPG1 viewsI continue climbing to Shallow Lake, which offers better camping.Aug 28, 2017
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IMG_6982.JPG1 viewsDescending to Scree Lake after staying high on the ridge southwest to avoid cliffs at the outlet. Once more, I often photograph my route to avoid any doubt upon my return to Quiet Lake. Ever-present Castle Peak looms above. It is now 6:30 pm.Aug 28, 2017
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IMG_6981.JPG3 viewsThe route I just descended into Four Lakes Basin. When traveling solo, I often photograph my route to expedite my return.Aug 28, 2017
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IMG_6980.JPG2 viewsAug 28, 2017
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IMG_6979.JPG3 viewsAt this elevation, brilliant wildflowers bloom into September.Aug 28, 2017
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IMG_6978.JPG2 viewsLooking back to the north, toward the highest of the Born Lakes.Aug 28, 2017
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IMG_6976.JPG5 viewsI love the alpine character of this basin, and would like to stop and fish here, but I am trying to get to Scree Lake today and it is already 3:40 pm. Inevitably, I arrive here late in the day, and the wind always seems to be ripping across the water. I resolve to stay here my last night.Aug 28, 2017
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IMG_6975.JPG6 viewsThe highest two lakes in Four Lakes Basin.Aug 28, 2017
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