Wednesday, December 30, 2009

Wilsons Canyon

A return to a Haast Pass classic.

Today Nic and I went through Wilson's. It was nice to visit a known canyon after yesterday's adventure.

There was a fair bit of water still around, making for a few dangerous hydraulics, but most of the trip was uneventful with a bit of care.

All the anchors were in good condition, though many of the 'jump' pools were so silted up that they weren't even swims any more.. a few new logs and a few new boulders show you how quickly canyons can change....

We managed to stick a rope near the end of the trip, resulting in some jumaring for Nick, but other than that it was a very beautiful and enjoyable trip.


Nic at the start of Wilsons Canyon



Through the darkness


Deep in Wilson's


Nic jugs to free a stuck rope



Exploring a 'new' rock


Time for a shower

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