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Owen on the summit of Russell. Great Western Divide and Kaweah Peaks Ridge behind.
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Steve Larson on East Ridge of Russell. Does this look like a 3rd class route to you!? Full winter conditions - October 24, 2005
Mount Whitney from the East Ridge of Russell. Note Jaeson...in the far left of the photo
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Chris Owen
Mar 6, 2006
“Owen on the summit of Russell. Great Western Divide and Kaweah Peaks Ridge behind.”  

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Steve Larson on East Ridge of Russell. Does this look like a 3rd class route to you!? Full winter conditions - October 24, 2005
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