Macks North Level 5

I will be taking short breaks on the way up, fewer descending. All go to the waitlist.

Although loose in parts, there is some climbing and a pseudo knife-edge traverse to the summit, making this a hike that’s worth doing.

TH: Macks Canyon Dist: ~6 miles (up and back) Elev Gain: 1800 feet Elev at Peak: 9,820 feet / 2,993 meters Hike Time (incl breaks): 7-8 hours Difficulty: 5 out of 5 Class: 4 out of 5 Danger Level: 5 out of 5 Pace: 2/5 Breaks: short; longer at the peak

WHAT TO BRING Backpack: Daypack Water: 3 liters (100oz) Energy: Snacks, electrolytes, a small lunch for the peak Shoes: Lightweight hiking or trail runners Clothing: Extra layers for weather, especially a rain jacket; gaiters Sun Protection: Sunscreen, sunglasses, SPF clothing, hat, etc. Headlamp: Always Helmet: Yes Gloves: Yes, for the sharp rock Trekking poles: Helpful, especially in the scree

After responding to attend this event, please answer all of the questions fully and honestly or you may be moved to the Not Going list. If you are automatically on the hike you will not see the questions. The questions will vary, depending on the hike.

EAT before you go; you will expend a lot of energy NO guests; NO pets PACE and ABILITY must be maintained ALWAYS stay with the group SAFETY is the number one priority RESPECT everyone’s time - don’t be late; you’ll be left behind. Be ready to go BEFORE you arrive at the SF.

SCRAMBLING CLASSIFICATIONS:

Walking; low chance of injury Simple scrambling; occasional use of the hands; little potential danger Scrambling; increased exposure; handholds are necessary; falls could easily be fatal Simple climbing with exposure; natural protection easily found; falls may well be fatal Technical rope climbing; un-roped falls can result in severe injury or death