by Mike | Feb 28, 2021 | Backcountry Ski, Eastern Sierra, Independence
Location: Independence PeakSummit Elevation: 11,744Elevation Change: 2,700 This is a great introduction to East Side skiing at a moderate difficulty. With no approach time and a few hours, you can knock out a really cool looking and pointy mountain with awesome views....
by Mike | May 24, 2019 | Backcountry Ski, Independence
Location: Mt. Brewer Summit Elevation: 13,570 Base Elevation: 6,370 Elevation Change: 7,200 Recommended Map: Kearsarge Pass/Rae Lake & Mt. Whitney High Country by Tom Harrison Jahren, Danny and Seth joined me on this amazing 4 day ski tour in the first week of May...
by Mike | Apr 11, 2019 | Backcountry Ski, Big Pine, Eastern Sierra, Featured Adventures, Independence
Location: Taboose Creek Campground south of Big PineElevation: 12,772’Elevation Change: 6,500′ +/- based on snow levelRecommended Map: Kings Canyon High Country – Tom Harrison I found this less known east side giant by asking Howie Schwartz for something...
