Hello everyone!
I'm new to this site after beginning planning my first Whitney attempt this year. Unfortunately, of all the dates listed, I received May 9 and 10. I've had this mountain on my list for a year and a half and there's no way I can turn down the offer. There's only one problem. Snow, Snow, and more Snow. I've climbed a winter 14er in Colorado, thankfully in May the temperature shouldn't be 5 degrees. I plan on bringing crampons, snow shoes, and ice axes. I'm open to any and all advice regarding this trip. While there is going to be snow what is the temperature normally like in May? Is there a certain route I should take?
I plan on camping at Whitney portal the night prior and at outpost camp on the trail before the summit. Open to linking up with anyone else climbing on these dates, as my partner may be cancelling.
Thanks for your help,
Joelcrates
