Asha Led Mt.Si

**Restricted to ASHA 2025 CLIMBERS - NO GUESTS ALLOWED **

WE ENCOURAGE CARPOOL, MEET AT P&R TO AVOID TAKING PARKING SPACES AT TRAILHEAD AND REDUCE CARBON IMPACT. Those who stay closer to TH can collaborate and head there directly. Keep the lead informed if you intend to do so."

Hike: Mt.Si via New Trail
Length: 7.4 miles
Elevation gain: 3150 feet

Note:
minimum required weight for Rainier & Glacier Peak 30 lbs., others 25 lbs. You are welcome to carry more if you like.
baseline pace - 2:15 hrs from TH to the open area right above the treeline (No haystack).

Link: http://www.wta.org/go-hiking/hikes/mount-si

This is end of month evaluation hike to be completed in 2 hr 15 minutes with suggested weight based on your climb.

Trail Report:

Pass: Discover Pass

Weather Information:
Base level (1164 ft) - TBD
Peak level (4167 ft) - TBD
Mount Si Weather Forecast (1270m)

Directions to TH:
https://www.google.com/maps/dir//47.488,-121.7231/@47.488,-121.7231,11z?hl=en
Recommended Gear(not mandatory): carry all your gear, ice-axe, helmet, crampons, layers, gloves, headlamp, water, food as if you're packing for the final climb. Everything except sleeping gear (i.e., sleeping bag, sleeping pad, tent). At the minimum carry following

Clothing:
• Non-cotton synthetic t-shirt / technical Ts / Woolen base layer + T-shirt
• Hiking pant (non-cotton).
• Hiking Shoes / Mountaineering Boots.
• Woolen / synthetic socks.
• At least one jacket (fleece / light puffy).
• Rain Jackets/Pants.
• Gloves, beanie. (Waterproof gloves, carry backup gloves if you do not have waterproof gloves)

What to carry:
• Water (suggest 2 liters min.)
• Headlamps
• Additional weights as suggested in the schedule
• Ten Essentials (If you don’t have some of these for this hike, inform the lead. But these are good to keep and well need them sooner or later)
• Breakfast and lunch to cover long hike, any personal medications.
• Hiking poles
• Trash bag for dirty clothes and shoes

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DISCLAIMER: Please be aware that these trips are organized by volunteers who are not professional guides, trainers, or experts. As such, they do not assume responsibility for your safety. You are solely responsible for your own well-being and must ensure you are adequately prepared for the events. This includes being properly equipped for all weather conditions (see suggested gear list below), anticipating potential delays caused by other participants or unforeseen circumstances, and possessing the necessary skill level to participate.