Tony Bubb searches for the right piece to fit in the arch pitch of Prodical Son (IV, C2) in Zion National Park. Photo by Mary Ann Dornfeld, 2004.

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Tony Bubb searches for the right piece to fit in the arch pitch of Prodical Son (IV, C2) in Zion National Park. Photo by Mary Ann Dornfeld, 2004.

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This is the bolt ladder off the deck, I believe. The roof isn't shown here, but if you choose to bivy under the roof, watch out for the ants=( Long story.

See the person in the parking lot?

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Tony B

May 29, 2007

“Tony Bubb searches for the right piece to fit in the arch pitch of Prodical Son (IV, C2) in Zion National Park. Photo by Mary Ann Dornfeld, 2004.”

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