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    Bernard Shaw
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    @be_here_nowearthlink-net

    Locale: Upstate New York

    Update 8/4-8?13 JMT

    Snow 50 feet long on steep north side of Glenn was treacherous in morning when still hard, otherwise caution rest of day.

    Of larger concern, south side of Mather Pass had a 100 foot very steep ice hard in morning, small foot steps with little horizontal purchase section about 1/6th of the way up. Going down and around through the boulder field would be possible but difficult enough that many hikers would attempt the crossing. The fall would be serious and potentially fatal. A number of thru-hikers were seen in very thin trail shoes and even hkining in sandals, making this crossing more treacherous.

    The water crossings from Mather through Evolution valley were very difficult especially given how late int he year it is. Care needs be taken.

    As always, the official trail conditions site is not accurate so take care.

    Evan

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    Ken Helwig
    BPL Member

    @kennyhel77

    Locale: Scotts Valley CA via San Jose, CA

    Here is the latest on SEKI

    http://www.nps.gov/seki/trailcdt.htm

    Some of this is up to date and some is from last month. I would call the Ranger Station at Cedar Grove’s Road End and ask. Also maybe call White Mountain Ranger Station in Bishop, they might be able to answer some questions too. Hope this helps.

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    Ken Helwig
    BPL Member

    @kennyhel77

    Locale: Scotts Valley CA via San Jose, CA

    also keep in mind that the snow has been melting rather fast. So I don’t know how updated those reports are. Also look out for thunder storms, we have had plenty of them this year.

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    Bernard Shaw
    Member

    @be_here_nowearthlink-net

    Locale: Upstate New York

    Thank you Ken! I definitely will.

    Evan

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