Elements area
Identifier
F205-S11(12-4)-i1
Title
"The Ascent of Mt. Fairweather, 1958"
Creator
British Columbia Mountaineering Club (1907-present)
Contributor
Paul Binkert (1908-1995)
Date(s)
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1958
Description
"With a backhand flip, nature would have wiped out all of us, but for the radio, and Flt. Lt. Cameron's wish to miss the early-morning sea fog."
The "nature" in question here is not an avalanche or rock fall, but a massive tidal wave, caused by a destructive earthquake. This drama marked the end of the 1958 (BC) Centennial Project Expedition to Mount Fairweather.
This account gives a wonderful insight into the planning and implementation of this expedition, including their lucky escape from death.
Types
- text
Format
Source
Fonds 205