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Outdoor Project
The ultimate adventure guide
Tam McTavish
Photo Date:
04/29/2016
Pitch one immediately off the ledge. There are good cracks in many spots on this route.
Tam McTavish
Photo Date:
04/29/2016
Looking up the corner system on Grillmair's Chimney. To the left is the vertical wall that makes it obvious to follow this right-sloping system upward.
Tam McTavish
Photo Date:
04/29/2016
There is ample debate as to whether Yamnuska constitutes alpine climbing. But it's worth noting that weather can quickly move in and cause problems.
Tam McTavish
Photo Date:
04/29/2016
As you get higher up on Grillmair's Chimney, you move more and more into a cave.
Tam McTavish
Photo Date:
04/29/2016
Looking into the cave, the final pitch up and out of Grillmair's Chimney.
Tam McTavish
Photo Date:
04/29/2016
The final anchor is pretty awkward and requires some curious and creative jigging.