I've heard there has also been less snow up near Shasta this year. I understand that the best climbing (ie in good consolidated snow) is typically mid May through early July most years.

Does anyone have an idea of how this year fares with regard with snowpack on Shasta and how the standard (Avalanche Gulch) route might look or how long it will be "in" this year given the precip/snow fall this season?

Thanks!