Hance's Mine
A 1930's river trip, Carnegie, I believe, stopped at Vishnu, went up a bit, and found a cairn with can, with (I think) paper in it. Harvey did go down all the...
menkeshome 2009-08-25 16:53:29 #57210

Re: Thanks for Angels' Landing input
I was actually disappointed to see it was paved practically the entire trail except the last chain part and the beginning sand. It looks so very unsightly...
colleenaoneill 2009-08-25 16:47:27 #57209

Re: Thanks for Angels' Landing input
The first bit of the trail is sandy after crossing the bridge then it's....ahem.. paved till the last half mile. I couldn't beleive it! No poles needed. RK ...
russellownby 2009-08-25 16:31:35 #57208

Thanks for Angels' Landing input
I appreciate all the input. We are a very careful group so if we all decide to go up Angels' Landing we will do so very carefully. One more question, what...
tdullmaier 2009-08-25 16:04:57 #57207

Re: Angels Landing
Although Angels Landing drops straight off for nearly 1,000' on both sides of a 4 foot wide natural bridge-type ledge, most people will find that it is not...
dnally 2009-08-25 15:30:00 #57206

Angels Landing
Terry, I just did Angels Landing in Zion for the first time last week. I was nervous though, I stopped at the point where the tough climb begins for about...
colleenaoneill 2009-08-25 13:35:33 #57205

Re: Backpacker Mag Website & Personal Responsibility
Well put and couldn't agree with you more, Rich. Ultimately, we are responsible for our well being and safety. --- In Grand_Canyon_Hikers@yahoogroups.com,...
godzilla_tan 2009-08-25 13:34:59 #57204

Re: Backpacker Mag Website & Personal Responsibility
Hey Terry, We just hiked up Angel's Landing last month. The main thing is to take your time. Be alert to people larger than you yanking on the same chain as...
russellownby 2009-08-25 12:31:39 #57203

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