Mount Arethusa attempt
 
November 30, 2002
 
Scrambling with Mark.
 
Big shame we were not able to make it all the way to the summit of Mount Arethusa. The approach was fantastic, the scenery throughout also fantastic, and we were able to enjoy a few sections of terrific hands-on scrambling. Upon reaching the ridge we started the more challenging section of the trip. Unfortunately, the downclimb right before the summit was choked with snow and ice. Any mistake here and you plunge to your death. It was a no-brainer – we turned around immediately, vowing to return another day with more favourable conditions. 

Fun scrambling



On the ridge



The summit at the left. Mount Rae behind me.



Mark



Looking back along the ridge, with Storm Mountain behind



Lots of cool rock features on the ridge



Back down in the valley

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