Camp Muir, Mt Rainier National Park, July 23, 2013 page 20 / 23
The descent was awkward. The snow was mushy. Those who carried up plastic sleds had difficulty working up much speed down the hill. The snow was cupped enough that plunge-stepping our way down was cumbersome. After 4500 feet of climb and 1500 feet of descent, we were tired of the snow.
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