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Ann Hollywood Tour

Ann Hollywood Tour

Posted on January 2, 2023January 5, 2023 by kyle

An exploratory tour in the uncrowded wilderness of the Baker Backcountry.

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Mt. Baker, Squak Glacier

Mt. Baker, Squak Glacier

Posted on June 20, 2021June 22, 2021 by kyle

A relaxing day out on the summer solstice to ski the Squak Glacier on Mt. Baker.

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Mt. Shuksan, NW Couloir

Mt. Shuksan, NW Couloir

Posted on March 11, 2021March 15, 2021 by kyle

Skiing the summit pyramid and classic NW Couloir on Mt. Shuksan in the North Cascades.

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Video Peak Circumnavigation

Video Peak Circumnavigation

Posted on November 29, 2020December 3, 2020 by kyle

Searching for good snow and building a backcountry kicker on Video Peak in the Baker Backcountry.

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Heliotrope Ice Hunt 2020

Heliotrope Ice Hunt 2020

Posted on October 24, 2020November 10, 2020 by kyle

Chasing and finding water ice to climb on the cliffs above Heliotrope Ridge in late October.

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Mt Ann Ski Tour

Mt Ann Ski Tour

Posted on February 14, 2020October 22, 2020 by kyle

Pushing deeper into the Baker Backcountry, Jon and I spent a fun day skiing out near Mt. Ann.

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Video Peak Ski Tour

Video Peak Ski Tour

Posted on January 1, 2020October 22, 2020 by kyle

Another Bluebird Baker Day After an excellent day skiing the Stoneman Couloir, Jon and I set out for another day in the Baker…

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Stoneman Couloir

Stoneman Couloir

Posted on December 28, 2019October 22, 2020 by kyle

Shredding the Stoneman Couloir – skiing the classic line that towers above the Baker Ski Area.

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Colfax Peak, Cosley Houston (WI4)

Colfax Peak, Cosley Houston (WI4)

Posted on December 13, 2019October 22, 2020 by kyle

Sneaking in a full value day climbing the steep ice route Cosley Houston on Colfax Peak, just before snow closes off the alpine for the winter.

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Heliotrope Ridge Ice Playground

Heliotrope Ridge Ice Playground

Posted on November 1, 2019October 28, 2020 by kyle

Cool early fall conditions lead to a prime day of ice bouldering and soloing on the flows around Heliotrope Ridge of Mt. Baker.

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Mysteries of the Middle Fork...
Three skiers floating through the snow, while three birds soar through the sky above. When you're in the right place at the right time, sometimes you feel it deep down, and sometimes the world around you lets you know.
A nice afternoon microadventure, exploring another new zone at the pass. The I90 corridor offers seemingly endless little adventures like this. It's always fun to poke around and unlock the secrets of snoqualmie.
Just splendid.
Winter's curves.
I had not been to the Baker Backcountry for two years, but on Monday I was reminded why this place is so special. Giant mountains, complex terrain, and striking views. A great day of exploration with @heinelogan and @johnkimthehuman .

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