The team moved camp over the summit of Mount Crosson on Tues. Their new home lies on a spectacular ridge between Crosson and Peak 12,472 at about 11,700 feet. They report the view to be remarkable!
The crew is climbing strong and working really well together. The weather was great for the move with light winds and favorable temps. This next section of the climb is a real treat. It's amazing how close to Kahiltna Basecamp the team is, yet it feels like all of the hustle and bustle of the West Buttress is a world away.
A little AK Range trivia for those following this blog. For whom is Mount Crosson named, and what is the significance relative to climbing in the area? Post your answer in the "comments" section.
Happy Trails!
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The information I found said Mt. Crosson to be named after Joe Crosson, who was Alaska's first pilot to land on a glacier, Muldrow Glacier, in April 1932..."He was in a muscular 450-horsepower Fairchild."
ReplyDelete"Joe Crosson was responsible for delivering by air the life saving anti-toxin for diptheria stricken Point Barrow in March of 1931".