Washington Ice: A Climbing Guide
- ISBN-10
- 0898869463
- ISBN-13
- 9780898869460
- Category
- Sports & Recreation
- Pages
- 256
- Language
- English
- Published
- 2003
- Publisher
- The Mountaineers Books
- Authors
- Jason D. Martin, Alex Krawarik
Description
From established ice areas such as Alpental andLeavenworth to routes being developed (or rediscovered)around Coulee City and Wenatchee, the word is finallyout: There are ample opportunities for quality iceclimbing in Washington state! Arctic Grail, The Drip,and Hanging Curtain are just a few of the hottest iceroutes that await you. ......
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