Climbing Conditions

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Conditions report

Bow Valley and Columbia icefileds

Climbing Conditions

Guide Training Alpine: June 20-28th

June 21 - 23 Bow Valley:
- Mount Baldy West Ridge
- Buller #1
- Eisenhower Tower
- Goat Mountain

June 24-27 Columbia Icefields:
- Athabasca North Tongue Glacier
- A2
- Silverhorn

10-15cm of remaining new snow is melting quickly. Variable snow amounts on glaciers, averaging 50-120cm and becoming isothermal by 10am. The bergschrund crossings on the Silverhorn were straightforward.

The snow school practice venue at Parker's Ridge had 30 people and less than normal snow amounts.

On The Map

These observations and opinions are those of the person who submitted them. The ACMG and its members take no responsibility for errors, omissions, or lapses in continuity. Conditions differ greatly over time and space due to the variable nature of mountain weather and terrain. Application of this information provides no guarantee of increased safety. Do not use the Mountain Conditions Report as the sole factor in planning trips or making decisions in the field.