A hike to see an old friend(2014 content added)

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Cleo and I did a 7 mile hike to see an old climbing "friend" this morning. Started out cold, 10F, warming to 35 F. Two coyotes walked by us as we croutched down, not to be noticed. Heard many pileated woodpeckers doing their thing. Lucky enough to see two belted kingfishers on the way home.

This branch was under water when I came back by it
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Lots of melt freeze cycle going on
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Here is my old climbing friend
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I bet this old cabin could tell some story's
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Old linen hinges
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A stop at the cave for some tea and a snack
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It was a good morning.
 
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Beautiful Pictures Kris!!! I'm about to embark on a 3 mile hike and nowhere near the beautiful scenery you are blessed with :)

Thanks for the pictures!!!

Paul
 
Thanks for sharing those beatiful photos Kris. Cleo looks very intent on something, magnificent looking friend you have there...
 
Thanks for sharing with us Kris, I'm hoping to get out tomorrow, maybe do a hike and some fishing.


Pete
 
Thanks for sharing your sojourn with us, Kris. What a natural wonder in which to hike and climb! One could get lost in its beauty.
 
Kris

Fantastic shots. I like your climbing, um... "partner". Yowza. Would be curious what the routes are up that thing (not that I would have any aspirations, mind you!!).

That fixed blade is stunning. If you come from a climbing background, I'd be curious to hear you reflect a bit on how and why you now carry a fixed blade. Not usual for somebody from an "ounces add up to pounds" background. FWIW, a fixed blade is stubbornly hanging in my 10 essentials kit. Dang if I could answer why. Might be related to small fire I started in a steady drizzle this am on a pre-office hell day hike.
 
Most excellent Kris, thanks for bringing us along. Have you climbed the crag? Looks like a lot of fun, I envy your local and miss having mountains around.
 
Thank everyone for the comments, I do appreciate them.


pinnah said:
I'd be curious to hear you reflect a bit on how and why you now carry a fixed blade.
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pinnah,
I carry a fixed blade almost daily, and always when I am in the woods. I like folding knives, but there is something, to me, about the way a fixed blade feels in my hand. Almost complete, like an extension of the arm. I don't carry a fixed blade while I climb.

rockgolfer said:
Have you climbed the crag? .
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Thanks and yes, many times, probably again next week. There are some tough routes up it, 5.12b. The "wedge" as it is called, has a rich local climbing history. This area is part of the boulder batholith
 
Thanks for the link. While I am no were near being in shape enough to climb it is something I want to get into. I used to go mess around bouldering with my brother here http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Castle_Crags Tried to climb Shasta before I left Cali but had a crampon malfunction above Helen lake and had to call it a day. My brother tried Denali two years ago and has been trying to get me in shape ever since to go back with him. Told him he needs to find a sponsor lol, climbing is more expensive then knives :eek: :)
 
neeman said:
Could you also name the knives?
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Indeed, the fixed blade is a Fallkniven SK1 Jarl with curly birch handle, hidden tang construction with nickle silver guard and pommel, and a 3G powdered steel cutting edge with VG 10 laminated sides

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the folder is a Boker Winzermesser Evergreen with olive wood covers and 440C blade, also a bottle opener and corksrew. Both are excellent knives.



Thanks Dave, it is down toward Divide, opposite of Maiden Rock.
Kris
 
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Beatiful area - I used to spend at least one day per summer getting lost in that area with my hounds. You've inspired me to revive that tradition! I should see if I can dig up any old pictures, dogs and blades...
 
Kris,
Thank you for taking us there, the pictures are just great!, knives look great as well, I too think the fixed blade is a beaut!
 
Beautiful country, and a reminder that I need to drop 20 pounds for the upcoming camping and hiking season. My guys are merciless and will be happy to leave me in the dust :D
I also learned something new about batholiths, thanks Kris!
 
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