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Blue Thunder
WI3,
Ice, 65 ft (20 m),
Avg: 1 from 2
votes
FA: FRA: Jason Denver & Jonathan Garlough 1/29/12
New Hampshire
> NH Ice & Mixed
> - Crawford Notc…
> 7. Mt Willard (…
> 01. Willey Brook
Access Issue: Avoid walking on the train tracks whenever possible.
Details
The Conway Scenic Railroad will be active in Crawford Notch this winter. It is critically important for climbers to avoid walking on the train tracks whenever possible. Please do not leave packs, gear, or ropes on or near the rails, and avoid belaying near the tracks. Be prepared for trains to pass at any time, all winter.
The right of way for the railroad extends 50 feet on either side of the tracks, so while walking next to the tracks is likely safer, from the point of view of the railway it does not necessarily provide a solution. Ideally climbers should avoid being near the tracks whenever possible. We're requesting that climbers use alternative approach trails when it makes sense, such as in the case of the Frankenstein Cliff trail. If you do need to use the tracks, we want people to be aware of the situation, and to try not to spend excess time on them.
Description
Blue Thunder climbs the thin flow on the far right side of the gully. Start up delicate ice down low and gain a small ledge. Pull the head wall and finish up the short slab to the trees above.
From here rap down or walk 100' uphill to a short ice bulge. At the top of the bulge Flat Foot Floogie can be seen down to the left.
Location
Willey Brook Ravine. Far right side of the Candlepin Gully.
Protection
Screws, some rock gear
[Hide Photo] Me nearing the top of the first vert section. Two more smaller steps to go. On the far left is Blue Ribbon and in the middle is Blue Balls.