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Packing
5 posts in this seam.
Outfitting the Thunder Creek rim descent
Thunder Creek's rim descent requires tight descent gear and doubled confirmation numbers—the shelf window closes faster than the drive back.
Packing the Penguin Creek false-shore loop
The Penguin Creek false shore demands a specific packing sequence and three-hour arrival discipline. Equipment order determines whether you retrieve the glacier pocket or lose the afternoon.
Your Goat Creek Saddle equipment checklist
The saddle between Goat Creek and the upper basin requires specific gear sequencing. Here's what to carry and how to pack it for the approach.
Winter gear for the McHugh Creek upper saddle
The McHugh upper saddle holds snow longer than most approach zones south of town. Your layering sequence and backup gear define whether you turn around at the first bench or finish the route.
Packing for the Knik Bench Overlook
Three extra layers of rope. Wren is not taking questions on the third.