It all started when I bought this book back in 1996 and started reading about the classic climbs that were being done in the Tetons, and how climbers from the late 1800's up to the golden age of mountaineering in the 1960's were climbing these gigantic, steep mountains with primitive gear compared to today's standards. It was inspiring, and only a short 8 hour drive separated me from also climbing these classic routes.
Well, after climbing all over the country and a few places around the world, and 12 years after I bought the Tetons climbing guide book, I'm finally here. It's odd because most people tell you to find new dreams when you get married, but I'm incredibly lucky to have a wife who not only supports, but also shares these dreams.
Anyway, with that background, we're here for the next three weeks to take in all that the Teton mountain range has to offer. There is a lifetime of climbing here and three weeks seems so insignificant, but we'll take it! The basic plan for the next three weeks is the following:
- Week 1 - Do three day climbs of increasing difficulty so we can ease into it.
- Week 2 - Do two overnight trips with three climbs (2 technical ascents)
- Week 3 - Do one overnight trip (3 nights) with two technical climbs.
2 comments:
Hey Guys!
Jasen has fond memories of visiting the Teton Mountains as a kid...camping but not climbing like you! Looks gorgeous...
We hope to start our family camping trips in 3 years when Everett is 5. The Tetons are definitely on our list! Be safe! Love to you both...
Wow, I had no idea he had been here.
We're having a great time here -- you should definitely come out when the family camping trips begin. The regular camping areas along some of the lakes are really unbelievable.
Anyway, keep checking back -- the big climbs are just about to begin!
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