Chucky, Jethro and Nic cruised up into Mather stream to go check out the canyon. We'd spied the canyon exit (including a huge natural arch) that looked awesome, but knew the water was far too high for a proper descent.
In the upper stream we rapped and jumped our way through the U shaped gorge, but when the stream turned into proper slot canyon, we had to make a brave retreat. Twice we climbed up and over the canyon sections. Jethro made some great leads up overhanging dirt...
Definately worth coming back with a power drill on a low water day..
Finally in the canyon after 2hrs bush bashing 
Plenty of water in the U shape section
Some great pools for jumping
And still plenty of water..
Jethro and Nic contemplate the entry to the 1st Slot section
Nic up climbing to start our 1st escape maneuver..
A nice side feature away from the main flow
The float down the Haast River to Pleasant flat was a nice mellow way to end the adventure
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