Hit the summit of Teton pass and found only a handful of cars. Bootpack to the north and an unknown drop to a walk to a hitch hike on the south. We opted for the lower parking lot to the west. Put in our own skin track up to what we later learned was the south ridge of Taylor Mountain. Nice consistent pitch made for efficient skinning. Weather got better as the day progressed. Made 3 laps, total of 3,620 up. Checked back into the same hotel for $10 a night cheaper. I think the economy is hurting the town a bit - enough you can haggle the front desk people.
Got orientated today, bought a ski touring book about the pass. Planning a couple more days of splitting, then see what the weather brings. I want to hit Utah, but without fresh snow, what's the point?
Earn your turns!
Comments
Add Comment