Monthly Scramble - July 22

Please Note: This Scrambling planning night will now be held virtual. Join #scrambling channel in slack to 

What is scrambling? 

Scrambling is hiking taken to the next level. It's something old climbers and hikers that are climbing-curious do. It combines what you know from hiking with skills taken from mountaineering for off-trail travel over snow and rocks. Reaching the summit is the ultimate objective.  Generally scrambling is considered strenuous and physically demanding, often using route-finding skills and the use of your hands to keep balance as you “scramble” over rocks. Unlike mountaineering or rock climbing it does not require glacial travel. This means no technical gear such as rope, protection, or belay skills are needed.

Vesper Peak Scramble

Where: Vesper Peak w/ option 1/2 mile side hike to Elan Lake

Difficulty: S4/T4

Elevation gain: 4200'

Distance: Approx. 6.5 miles (WTA say 8)

Travel Time: 8 hours

You must attend the July 20th Planning Session Night to be able to attend this scramble. Make sure to RSVP

Please ensure that you are aware of the difference between hiking and scrambling, and feel physically prepared

• Bring all hiking basics, food, water
• Be prepared to sweat and to traverse off-trail and steep terrain
• Meet at Gearhouse and head for a full day adventure