Archive: 2001 PCS Meetings	This Year's Meetings

In October, 1978 a team of people including Ann Reynolds made their way to Annapurna III with the objective of climbing the southwest buttress. Avalanche conditions on the mountain forced them to rethink their route and a line up the west face was chosen. Join us for a slide show by Ann Reynolds recounting this journey.

There will be a $2 fee for this show.

February 2001

Program:	Denali traverse, West Buttress to Wonder Lake -- by Gary Chambers
When:	Tuesday, February 13, 2001 (8:00 PM)
Where:	Western Mountaineering  [map]

In June, 1995 Gary Chambers on a guided trip made a less-traveled traverse of Denali ascending the West Buttress route to the summit and descending to Wonder Lake.

Without question the king of the Olympics, the triple-crowned and glacier clad 7,965 ft. Mt. Olympus thrusts its crest far above the green rain forest. Follow Cecil and Kai on a 55 mile traverse from the Hoh River rain forest to the icy summit of Mt. Olympus. Mt. Olympus should be of special interest to those PCS members wishing to climb a major glaciated peak requiring a minimum of technical skill and equipment.

The weather gods were not smiling during this year's PCS climborama to the Kings-Kern divide. However, interesting weather made for great photography opportunities, and our group still managed to climb some great remote peaks. Come and see how to climb peaks in between lightning storms and how the scenery takes on a completely different kind of beauty when the weather turns nasty.

In September 2000 Linda Smith travelled to remote Western Tibet to join Buddhist and Hindu pilgrims for the Kora, a 35 mile walk around the unclimbed peak, over the 18,770 ft. Drolma La pass.

For four years, from 1996-2000, I lived in Scotland, going 'hill walking' in all weathers and seasons. It was there that I developed passions for climbing, both rock and ice, and photography. During the time I was there, I hiked and climbed in all parts of the country and would like to share with you the beauty and diversity of the Scottish landscape and climbing venues and perhaps a little of the comraderie of beer and whisky drinking British climbers.

The July meeting is the annual PCS BBQ. The park has been reserved from 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM. All family members are welcome. Bring your own food and drink. Alcoholic beverages are permitted. Don't forget a plate, glass, cutlery, and maybe a big roll of paper towels. The charcoal for the BBQ will be provided.

Please bring $3 to contribute to the park reservation fee ($55) and the charcoal.

Historically, a gear sale and/or swap meet activity has been a part of the BBQ. Please bring your extra gear if you wish to participate in this event.

What better way to cool down August heat then by talking about ice climbing? February 2001, Rick Booth and Ron Karpel climbed the super classic ice route Stairway to Heaven in Silverton, Colorado. Come join us for the story and slides from the climb and other ice climbing interests from around the area.

Aconcagua (22,800 feet), led by Warren Storkman in January 2001, presented by Bob Evans and Paul Penno.

In July this year, Ron Karpel and Arun Mahajan of the PCS went mountain climbing in Chamonix, France and Zermatt, Switzerland. Several days of unseasonal bad weather forced them to restrict their climbing to easy hiking and to stuffing themselves with fine crepes, cheeses and rosti. Come and see slides of their climbs of Mont Blanc and the classic, mixed snow and rock route on the Cosmiques Arete on the Aiguille Du Midi as well as the slides of the afore mentioned crepes, cheeses and rosti, pig out.

The Winter 2001 trip planning meeting will be held 45 minutes prior to the general meeting.

Charles Schafer will present an overview of treks to the Khumbu region and of the Annapurna Circuit, in response to a number of queries about the areas. Both treks provide amazing views of some glorious peaks, as well as a glimpse into the lives and lifestyles of the Nepali people. Come see what is so special about Nepal.

In addition to the slide show, the annual election will be held to select new PCS Officers.

The December meeting is our annual Christmas Party, where we ignore the usual formalities of meetings and indulge in a potluck dinner and other wild, devil may care antics.  We'll have a slide show, where everyone is invited to bring about a dozen of their best shots.  Please bring something for the potluck either from the list below (using the first letter of your last name), or just bring whatever you know how to make!  Also, please bring your own utensils and drinking glasses.

	A-F:	Desserts
	G-L:	Snacks, Appetizers, Salads
	M-R:	Main Course
	S-Z:	Drinks