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Looking up the Northwest Ridge of 9,175-foot Broken Top from the saddle of its NW Ridge, near 7,800 feet. July 4, 2010.

Sunrise over Bend, Oregon, as seen from the Northwest Ridge of 9,175-foot Broken Top. This volcano is part of the Three Sisters Wilderness in Central Oregon. July 4, 2010.

Climbing up the 40-degree Old Chute couloir on the way to Mount Hood’s summit. The chute is about 7 feet wide, with gorgeous rime ice covering the surrounding rocks. Popcorn clouds backlit by the early morning sun lead the way. Climbing solo, I navigated this section with two ice tools in my hands and crampons on my feet. June 14, 2010.

The early morning sun projects a massive shadow of Mount Hood on the surrounding land and clouds, as seen from about 10,000 feet. June 14, 2010.