Mount Whitney
Date Climbed: May 23, 2018 Climbing Party: Mike Everist, Robert Gowder, Aaron Dover R/T Mileage: 22 miles Elevation Gain: 6,131' I just recently completed a hike of Mt. Whitney and I wanted to share my experience. With my 40 th birthday on the horizon, something adventurous was in order. Should it be an adventure race or a trip? Races aren’t really my thing and trips usually just equate to sightseeing and eating in a different city. I really enjoy hiking and adventure and thought what about Rainier?? I could get into that. I began doing research on the routes and quickly realized I would want a guide. Many people do that trip unguided, but since my experience with glacial travel is non-existent Rainier would ultimately be out of the question. I was disappointed to learn that the three guiding companies that guide up that mountain were all sold out by January. Bummer. Enter Mt. Whitney. ...