You know it was a good day when you get back to the car feeling tired and fulfilled. We were basking in a Rocky Mountain high when we crossed paths with two black bears on return, about 150 metres from our cars. Although slightly unnerving, it was better than ice cream to see such powerful animals after a fantastic day. Meanwhile, six of us started out at 8 a.m. under clear skies with no wind. We were enveloped with thick humidity during a steep ascent in the trees, the sweat factor was high. Upon reaching treeline it was time to refuel with a quick break. Gaining the ridge around 10 a.m. there was a spectacular view of Three Sisters but nature slapped with a wicked cold wind. Here we layered up before continuing along the ridge toward the summit fighting a harsh breeze, T.G. it was a tailwind. Reaching the steep loose rock just below the summit block, we put on helmets and ascended close together. Soon everyone was at the top of Ship’s Prow Mountain but it was too cold and windy to linger so we descended to the chimney and downclimbed to bag Ship’s Prow. We had lunch in a sheltered area before walking along The Prow’s ridge. There was a cairn at the highest point and the wind miraculously vanished, a perfect opportunity to linger. After a while we packed up and began our journey home. What an awesome group. Thanks to for joining me Clifton, Teresa, Ulrike, Tomiji and guest Doug Sims. Yours truly, Christine c/s/p
Teresa gaining the ridge.
Ramblers approaching the summit block. Photo by Ulrike.
Looking for the chimney down to The Prow on the way up to the peak.
Ramblers on the summit of Ship's Prow Peak.
Christine on the summit of Ship's Prow Peak.
Downclimbing the chimney.
The Prow's ridge is an interesting walk.
Guest Doug, on the ridge. Ship's Prow Peak in the background. Photo by Ulrike.
Summit of Ship's Prow.
Ulrike at the of Ship's Prow Ridge.
Teresa scrambling back up the chimney.
On the way back a lingering cornice is prominent.