2. 2008

Archangel Valley - Aurora Slab

Beautiful easy climbing just after a light rain.
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Another few years and this sling may not be visible at all.
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Another few years and this sling may not be visible at all.

AlaskaHatcher PassArchangel ValleyAurora SlabRock Climbing2008Matanuska Susitna Valley

  • Ancient machinery slowly rots away on the old mining grounds of Archangel Valley.
  • John prepares for the climb, with Archangel Valley behind.
  • John Saari follows me up <i>Aurora Slabialous 5.6</i> after a light rain.
  • John Saari follows me up <i>Aurora Slabialous 5.6</i> after a light rain.
  • John Saari follows me up <i>Aurora Slabialous 5.6</i> after a light rain.
  • John Saari follows me up <i>Aurora Slabialous 5.6</i> after a light rain.
  • John Saari follows me up <i>Aurora Slabialous 5.6</i> after a light rain.
  • John Saari follows me up <i>Aurora Slabialous 5.6</i> after a light rain.
  • A nearby climb looked like it had been done, but perhaps only once by the look of this anchor.
  • Another few years and this sling may not be visible at all.
  • John Saari sits overlooking the peaks and valleys of Hatcher Pass.
  • Vantage points like this are common around here, and share their incredible views in every direction.
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