Mount Saint Helens Summit… ✅
Are you planning on bagging any summits this summer?? This was actually my first significant summit and while it didn’t go perfectly (shout out sunburn all over my face🥵), it was such an incredible experience! Watch until the end for some glissading fun which was a highlight and such a joyous inner child experience haha. A big shoutout to my summit friends @halletreks, and @say.sydney who invited me on the adventure and were the best company as we made the trek!
Here are some of tips if you’re taking on your first summit soon ⤵️
1.) The earlier start the better. If you can catch sunrise at the summit it’s worth it but more importantly, the less time you spend trekking under the hot sun, the better.
2.) Wear a sun hoody/other sun protection gear + 100% have sunglasses. Nothing will ruin the post summit feeling quicker than a blistering burn.
3.) Apply sunscreen to all uncovered areas multiple times if you’re in continual sun. Two times was not enough on this summit haha.
4.) Hydrate consistently and if you have a sawyer squeeze or other water filter, bring it for some fresh cold mountain water on the hike down if there’s a creek/glacier run off.
5.) Having enough calories in your body is key. Eat a good amount the day before and consistently the day of. There’s no shame in taking extra snack breaks.
6.) Check recent @alltrails reports before you hike up to see if you’ll still need to have any traction gear like snow shoes, micro-spikes or crampons.
7.) Outside of that, take your time and enjoy the experience!
I hope that these tips help you on your first summit, or serve as a good reminder for you next. Feel free to share them with friends who also might want to tackle a summit this summer! Happy adventuring!🤙🏻
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