Twice in 5 attempts. Backed off first attempt by snow etc in August, 1964. Summitted on second with parents and 9 year old brother, July, 1967. Backed off third by girlfriend's AMS, July 20-21, 1969. That night, we were two of very few people on the planet not watching the first moonwalk on TV. We had a better view than that. Third attempt summitted solo, up the chute June 19, 1993 and had the summit to myself for about an hour. Glorious. Last year, backed off by snow and ice below Kaweah Gap, July 12. Technically, that was backed off twice, for six attempts. Drove around from SEKI and couldn't get enough permits, mid week, no less. Interagency Center was deluged the weeks after the switches finally cleared.
I keep trying to find the rock I bivvied under in ice water on the first attempt. Oh, and taking loved ones to a favorite spot.
Last edited by saltydog; 05/30/12 12:15 PM.
