[MCR] Rockies, Bourgeau Left Hand

I guided an ascent of Bourgeau Left Hand todays, Jan 15th. A cold day, keeping hands warm was a challenge. Big gloves, big boots. We profited from the trail that I broke into the climb last Wednesday. About 4 cms of new snow overnight below the climb with some, but not a lot, of wind transportation and deposition.

The climb is still in good shape over all although I did hit some rock on the first pitch due to placements deepening with traffic. Some water on the top 20 meters of the route.

A second party showed up behind us and had the great sense to wait until we were off of the first tier before they started.

Happy trails,

Barry Blanchard
Mountain Guide
www.barryblanchard.ca
www.yamnuska.com