Near the bottom of teh slide there was lots of running water and small pools
Date: 09/18/2006
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02-Bottom-of-Slide
Near the bottom we could see how the landslide carved out the mountain.
Date: 09/18/2006
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03-Looking-up
Towards the bottom looking up at what we are about to do
Date: 09/18/2006
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04-Climbers-headed-down
We crossed paths with a group of three who were descending the slide. They had ascended via the Trap Dyke
Date: 09/18/2006
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05-Kevin-climbing
This is where the real fun began. This is Kevin ascending using poles. I found it easier to strap my poles to my pack in order to have full use of my hands.
Date: 09/18/2006
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06-Kevin-climbing
Kevin heading up. A fear of heights made him nervous at times.
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07-Buttercup
Kevin taking a break.
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08-Looking-back
On the move again. Nearing the top.
Date: 09/18/2006
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09-Algonquin-from-Colden
Once to the top of the slde there is a short bushwhack to the trail that comes up from Lake Arnold. Shortly after that is this view of Algonquin.
Date: 09/18/2006
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10-Looking-towards-Flowed-L
Looking towards Flowed Lands. There was a considrable amount of haze but still great views. My first summertime trip to the summit of Colden.
Date: 09/18/2006
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11-Looking-towards-Great-Ra
The Great Range
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12-Marcy-and-Great-Range
Looking at Marcy and the Great Range
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13 From-Little-Colden
The McIntryes and beyond from the sub-summit of Colden. Horsehair sedge in the foreground.
