The west ridge approach

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The west ridge approach

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From the nest looking back.

The Walton Traverse, P3 of the Maiden North Face 5.6R. Belay- K. Decker. Taken with the Go Pro HD Hero.

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Joshua Merriam

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The west ridge approach

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