At the start of a 3 day solo "ultralight" circumnavigation of the Evolution Peaks starting from South Lake. No tent or stove. No advance permit needed in 1985, either.

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At the start of a 3 day solo "ultralight" circumnavigation of the Evolution Peaks starting from South Lake. No tent or stove. No advance permit needed in 1985, either.

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Sun setting over Mount Williamson from Lone Pine.

Ragged Peak reflected in Young Lake. If you're soft like us and you camp here before climbing Conness you'll be rewarded with this view in the morning.

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Feb 22, 2013

“At the start of a 3 day solo "ultralight" circumnavigation of the Evolution Peaks starting from South Lake. No tent or stove. No advance permit needed in 1985, either.”

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