A successful trip (AKA no deaths)!

On Friday night, Ritchie and I left straight from work to meet up with Eryn, Breen, and Ryan south of Chehalis. We stopped along the way for dinner, gas, and firewood (twice) and were too late to meet them and caravan to the campsite, so we decided to risk it on our own. Five hours after departing from Redmond, we made it to the national forest east of White Pass. We were greeted by two dogs, three drunk climbers, and an elk spine (thanks to Noah). The tent was ready so we drank a few beers and settled in for a night of no rest (the tent was pitched on a hill) in preparation for a long day of climbing.

Ailey belays Ritchie

Ailey climbs the 5.8 on the crags after Eryn's lead

Eryn led this 5.10 and completely dominated it.

Ritchie was feeling feisty and decided to climb the same route twice.

Overall, it was a great trip. I'm still sore in my shoulders and back, which I THINK is the hallmark of a good time. I'm lucky to have such an awesome sister and brother-in-law - it works out well for me that they are into adventure (and have all the equipment for it). It's also lucky for me that Ritchie is willing to join me for a weekend of dirt, sweat, precipices, and no showers or toilets. Good times to be had by all!