Just back from 2 days of climbing in Rogers Pass (Aug 17-18). On day one we traversed the Swiss peaks from Rogers to Hermit. Crampons were need to get off Rogers and down to the Rogers - Grant col and then not again until crossing the glacier. This steep snow ridge is starting to show a few crevasses, so some caution is advised. The remaining section of the ridge was mostly dry, with only small sections of snow in cols that were easily avoided. If you’re planning on rapelling the SE ridge of Hermit, it looks like most of the stations need new tat. Going up or down any couloir between Rogers and Truda is not advisable because of the lack of snow and likelihood of rockfall.

On Day 2 we climbed Tupper W ridge in very thick smoke! Not much to report other than it was easy to travel from Hermit meadow to the summit avoiding all snow and ice so crampons and ice axe were not needed.

Have fun and stay safe out there!

Brad Schalles, Ski Guide / Apprentice Rock Guide