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1/11/2011

high 28, low 19. 1" snow.
28 inches on the ground, with drifts much higher.
It's been very windy.
I think we might get a break today,
and then 60% chance of snow tonight.
i'll be breaking trail some today hiking around,
pictures tomorrow.
Maybe Channel 6 news team will be hiking up for an interview later?

Rainbow Falls is normally preferable over Bullhead this time of year because 1) Shorter Distance. 2) The Drifts on Bullhead can get very high.

Timothy Massey

1/11/2011 01:29:17 am

Happy 1/11/11 today Alex, Safe Journeys on the Trail!

Bill E.

1/11/2011 01:49:07 am

I'm sure Matt Hinkin & company will run right up there! LOL! Stay safe & warm... and keep those awesome pictures coming!

Tammy J

1/11/2011 03:10:24 am

Hey Alex,
Thanks for everything you do!

I think I missed something along the way... what is the "new lodge"? It looks like the 2 bdrm that we stay in every October, right above the dining hall.

Keep the pics & video coming :)

Allison

1/11/2011 03:25:25 am

Thank you for posting all your daily pictures. Here in FL snow is a far off sight for us. Can't wait to get your way and hike up in the Spring!
Stay warm and thanks again for letting us in on your adventures! :)

dwclark

1/11/2011 04:22:30 am

Alex,

You are doing a very good job of keeping us updated on the weather conditions at Leconte. I check your posts daily and look forward to your updates. Thanks.

Woody

1/11/2011 04:59:29 am

Matt Hinkin had better eat his Wheaties before he hikes up the Rainbow Falls Trail!

Mary S.

1/11/2011 05:14:19 am

I look forward everyday to checking out your posts!

Jim Herman link

1/11/2011 07:12:20 am

your site refered by friends Roz and Keith Brown.....Awesome! Check it each day for your photos and comments!

Sandra

1/11/2011 02:15:23 pm

Just wondering about something--where do people stay overnight when they hike up after the lodge is closed for winter?
Thanks for sharing your amazing photos!

Allyson

1/12/2011 06:52:16 am

Sandra- there is a three sided shelter that you can stay in on top of Mt. LeConte . You need a permit, which you can get from the Park service. The shelter is just a bunk. You have to bring a sleeping bag. There is not form of heat. You can get more information on the National Park Service website.

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