June 7, 2003

Mt. Dickerman (5723')

Here’s the powerpoint version of our Saturday.

Mt. Dickerman (aka ‘Little Dick’) 5723’

Mangos present:

  • Angus Tamale

  • Moss Lightfoot

  • Sardinha Flor

  • Milkshake Mantra (as has been put forth by the naming committee)


Key Objectives & Measures of Success:
  • Observe vew from Top

  • Spritual Growth

  • Exercise/Appetite-building

Summary:

  • Left the trailhead (2100’) at 9am with Baring Mountain looking over our
    shoulder from across the valley.

  • Ran into mashed potato snow around 4400’.

  • Applied sunscreen.

  • Reached the summit (rejoiced).

  • Found rocky upcropping on the east summit, enjoyed icey nalgene-laced
    tequila sunrises and excellent cheese spread.

  • Retraced steps.

  • Those w/o gaiters noted cold feet.

  • Observed twofold increase in stream throughput from morning crossing.

  • Mass consumption of milkshakes and greasy food.

Detractions:

  • Man on peak on cell phone

  • Verify footing before yellowing snow on steeper slopes

Posted by scotts at June 7, 2003 4:28 PM