{"title":"Eastern Sierra","description":"","products":[{"product_id":"bear-creek-spire-climbing","title":"Bear Creek Spire Climbing","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBear Creek Spire is a gem of the High Sierra, packed with steep faces of beautiful white granite that the Sierra is renowned for.   \u003c\/strong\u003eThe peak offers two main rock routes that are both excellent for the grade.  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe approach to the climb wanders through the Little Lakes Valley and varies from a wide and well-maintained trail to a rugged scramble through chunky granite talus.\u003c\/strong\u003e  The view is stunning as you walk past numerous high-elevation lakes surrounded by granite spites. We recommend this as a 2- or 3-day trip.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eRoutes\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe most classic alpine rock-climbing routes on Bear Creek Spire are: \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.mountainproject.com\/route\/105806337\/northeast-ridge\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eNortheast Ridge\u003c\/a\u003e - 5.5 with a 5.6 move to the summit block. This route follows a striking ridgeline to the summit\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.mountainproject.com\/route\/105806102\/north-arete\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eNorth Arete\u003c\/a\u003e - 5.8 - This route ascents a dramatic arete to the summit and includes more sustained, technical climbing than the NE Ridge\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cb\u003eRequisite Experience \u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eOutdoor rock-climbing experience with the ability to follow multiple pitches up to 5.6 in difficulty is required for this climb, along with being in very good physical condition. P\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003erevious backpacking experience is recommended. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eIf you're unsure which climbs are right for you, \u003ca href=\"mailto:info@blackbirdguides.com?subject=Eastern%20Sierra%20Alpine%20Climbing!\u0026amp;body=Please%20include%20a%20phone%20%20number%20we%20can%20reach%20you%20at:\" title=\"Email us to help you decide which routes are right for you!\"\u003eemail us\u003c\/a\u003e and we'll make sure we pick a climb that falls within your physical fitness and technical skill level.  If this is your first time climbing with us, we'll review your experience and make sure we pick something within your limits.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e","brand":"Blackbird Mountain Guides","offers":[{"title":"2","offer_id":39856718250083,"sku":"060122-ESBCS-INYO","price":1395.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"1","offer_id":49002937319723,"sku":"","price":2295.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0298\/8159\/8051\/products\/Rockclimbingbearcreekspireabovelittlelakesvalleyintheeasternsierra.jpg?v=1726089096"},{"product_id":"eastern-sierra-temple-crag-climbing","title":"Temple Crag Climbing","description":"\u003ch4\u003eOverview \u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTemple Crag includes three prominent aretes that make up this premier rock climbing area of the Palisades, and some of the most beautiful climbing you'll ever do! Completing one route on this massive chunk of rock will only leaving you wanting to do all of them! Three days in this remote area most definitely won't feel like enough!\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eRoutes\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe most classic routes on Temple Crag are:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.mountainproject.com\/route\/105928910\/venusian-blind\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eVenusian Blind\u003c\/a\u003e - 5.7 - Packed with fun climbing and wild exposure, some consider this climb to be more classic than the East Buttress of Mt. Whitney\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.mountainproject.com\/route\/105804358\/moon-goddess-arete\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eMoon Goddess Arete\u003c\/a\u003e - 5.8 - With a reputation for being one of the finest 5.8 climbs in the High Sierra, you must experience the wild and continuous exposure of this climb for yourself!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.mountainproject.com\/route\/105811901\/sun-ribbon-arete\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eSun Ribbon Arete\u003c\/a\u003e - 5.10a - 18 pitches on a striking arete, only to be topped with a thrilling Tyrolean Traverse that helps you pass a large gap!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cb\u003eRequisite Experience \u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eOutdoor rock climbing experience with the ability to follow multiple pitches up to 5.7 in difficulty is required for this climb, along with being in very good physical condition. P\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003erevious backpacking experience is recommended. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eIf you're unsure which climbs are right for you, \u003ca href=\"mailto:info@blackbirdguides.com?subject=Eastern%20Sierra%20Alpine%20Climbing!\u0026amp;body=Please%20include%20a%20phone%20%20number%20we%20can%20reach%20you%20at:\" title=\"Email us to help you decide which routes are right for you!\"\u003eemail us\u003c\/a\u003e and we'll make sure we pick a climb that falls within your physical fitness and technical skill level.  If this is your first time climbing with us, we'll review your experience and make sure we pick something within your limits.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e1:1\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\n\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e","brand":"Blackbird Mountain Guides","offers":[{"title":"2","offer_id":40035506913379,"sku":"","price":1275.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"1","offer_id":39859754172515,"sku":"220601-ESTCC-INYO","price":1875.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0298\/8159\/8051\/products\/20190423_074743PalisadesandTempleCragskiingandalpinerockclimbing-2.jpg?v=1652468422"},{"product_id":"intro-to-alpine-rock-climbing-crystal-crag","title":"Intro to Alpine Rock Climbing - Crystal Crag","description":"\u003cp\u003eA spectacular place to begin your alpine climbing career, Crystal Crag provides an incredible experience on excellent quality granite.  The approach is quick and straight forward, allowing you to focus time and energy on the high-quality granite and enjoy the view from high above the Mammoth Lakes Basin. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCrystal crag features a couple of excellent variations and an optional airy ridge traverse with plenty of exposure and a great position in the range.  This is a perfect place to get your first taste of alpine climbing.  We're sure it will inspire you to pursue longer and more committing climbs!\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eRoutes\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.mountainproject.com\/area\/106191496\/north-arete\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eNorth Arete\u003c\/a\u003e - 5.7 - A ledgy and featured climb that leads you up to the Crystal Corridor will make it clear why this classic rock formation is called Crystal Crag!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cb\u003eRequisite Experience \u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eOutdoor rock climbing experience with the ability to follow pitches up to 5.7 in difficulty is required for this climb, along with being in good physical condition.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e","brand":"Blackbird Mountain Guides","offers":[{"title":"1","offer_id":46572464079147,"sku":"","price":550.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"2","offer_id":51713807941931,"sku":null,"price":1100.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0298\/8159\/8051\/products\/CrystalCragRockClimbing-IntrotoAlpineRockClimbing.jpg?v=1652912269"},{"product_id":"eastern-sierra-ski-mountaineering","title":"Eastern Sierra Ski Mountaineering","description":"\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eThe Eastern Sierra, also known as The Range of Light, is a ski mountaineer's dream.  \u003c\/b\u003eClear, cold nights and warm, sunny days make for incredible corn skiing.  Equally as alluring are the steep, powder filled couloirs that often are the signature of this 250+ mile range of granite spires.  While these corn and powder are two snow surfaces that are seemingly at odds with one another, it's amazing how often one can find cold snow in couloirs and ski corn from the base back to the car!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhether you're looking for perfect corn skiing or steep, granite-walled couloirs, the Eastern Sierra, is a destination for aspiring ski mountaineers and veterans alike!  \u003c\/strong\u003eBook a program with us or reach out to build the trip you've been dreaming of!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRequisite Experience\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Eastern Sierra is home to a huge range of backcountry skiing objectives.\u003c\/strong\u003e  From simple ski tours to involved, technical skiing, there is something for every ability 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comfortable and sheltered camp that will allow us to explore far out objectives.  After establishing camp, we'll choose from the multitude of objectives around camp that fit the desires and abilities of the group and the given conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe 4-day format will give us days to do nothing but ski perfect corn, granite-walled couloirs, or both!  \u003c\/strong\u003eOnce we've set up our camp at the base of the peaks, we'll have two completely uninterrupted days to ski whichever lines suite our fancy based on the desires and skills of the team and the snow conditions present.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOur main venue for this program is Rock Creek.  \u003c\/strong\u003eRock Creek contains high peaks like Bear Creek Spire, Mt Dade and Mt Abbot and Treasure Peak and our ski objectives include the Cat Ears Couloir, Hourglass Couloir, Petit Griffon and Northeast Couloir of Mt Abbot. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRequisite Experience\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Eastern Sierra is home to a huge range of backcountry skiing objectives.\u003c\/strong\u003e  Many of these objectives are committing and consequential and require experience beyond basic backcountry skiing ability.  For these reasons, we require the following requisite experience:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eAdvanced to Expert Skiing Ability.  \u003c\/b\u003eYou should feel comfortable on steep, off-piste terrain in variable snow conditions.  The routes we will be steep and may have less than ideal snow surfaces.  \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProficiency with\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/blackbirdguides.com\/products\/ski-mountaineering-skills\"\u003eSki Mountaineering Skills\u003c\/a\u003e. \u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eThese skills include ice axe arrest, cramponing, rest step, ski crampons and skinning efficiency on firm slopes as well as advanced-expert downhill skiing ability.  Please reach out to make sure you have the requisite skills for this program or book our one-day\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/blackbirdguides.com\/products\/ski-mountaineering-skills\"\u003eSki Mountaineering Skills\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ein advance of this program.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eExcellent Fitness. \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eWe'll ascend thousands of feet of elevation each day on variable terrain, using skins, ski crampons and boot crampons before skiing back down.  All this will be with a backpack containing food, water, layering and technical equipment for the day.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSnow Camping Experience.  \u003c\/strong\u003eBasic experience with snow camping will make this trip much more enjoyable!  If you're new to snow camping, we can work with you to make it happen, but getting out beforehand will certainly make the trip more comfortable.  \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\n\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e","brand":"Blackbird Mountain 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can be guarded with snowy slopes or be completely dry.  Approaches to gain the climbing routes also ranges widely, from easy, sub-two hour hikes to full day walks in to camp.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eRoutes\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe can guide most routes in the Inyo National Forest, so reach out if you've got a route in mind that you don't see on our list.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSome of our favorite offerings are:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.mountainproject.com\/area\/105804351\/temple-crag\" title=\"Alpine Rock Routes on Temple Crag\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eTemple Crag\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.mountainproject.com\/area\/106191496\/north-arete\" title=\"Crystal Crag North Arete alpine climbing\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eCrystal Crag\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.mountainproject.com\/route\/105816995\/third-pillar-regular-route\" title=\"Third Pillar of Mount Dana Alpine Rock Climb\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eThird Pillar of Dana\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.mountainproject.com\/route\/106736873\/east-arete\" title=\"Mount Humphreys East Arete alpine rock climbing in the Eastern Sierra\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eEast Arete. Mount Humphreys\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.mountainproject.com\/route\/106790885\/southeast-face-aka-the-waterfall-route\" title=\"Southeast Face of Mount Emerson, alpine climbing in the Eastern Sierra\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eSoutheast Face, Mount Emerson \u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.mountainproject.com\/route\/112097348\/the-backbone\" title=\"The Backbone, Ellery Ridge\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eThe Backbone, Ellery Ridge\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cb\u003eRequisite Experience \u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eClimbing in the Eastern Sierra ranges from basic, introductory alpine climbing to committing, multi-pitch rock routes.   There are a ton of options for climbers with excellent fitness to gain experience in alpine terrain.  Experienced climbers who move well on 3rd class rock terrain, steep, firm snow and are accustomed to the challenge of climbing rugged terrain with a full pack will find a lifetime of excellent quality climbs to explore.  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eSome routes are fairly committing, meaning that once you start the technical climbing, it's not easy to simply turn around if you're not up to the climb.  If you're unsure which climbs are right for you, \u003ca title=\"Email us to help you decide which routes are right for you!\" href=\"mailto:info@blackbirdguides.com?subject=Eastern%20Sierra%20Alpine%20Climbing!\u0026amp;body=Please%20include%20a%20phone%20%20number%20we%20can%20reach%20you%20at:\"\u003eemail us\u003c\/a\u003e and we'll make sure we pick a climb that falls within your physical fitness and technical skill level.  If this is your first time climbing with us, we'll review your experience and make 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data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThis program is two courses in one, where the sum is greater than its parts. \u003c\/strong\u003e The AIARE 1 + Rescue is our one-of-a-kind lift accessed Avalanche Rescue course coupled with a more in-depth and involved AIARE 1 program.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow does the AIARE 1 portion of the AIARE 1 + Rescue provide a better experience than a normal AIARE 1?  \u003c\/strong\u003eThis is simple: normal AIARE 1 avalanche courses devote a significant amount of time to avalanche rescue, which is realistically an introduction to avalanche rescue with additional practice required for significant results.  Our program boasts a full day of Avalanche Rescue that provides a substantial amount of practice to set you and your team up to deal with a real emergency.  The subsequent two days are spent in the field covering weather and snowpack observations, terrain assessment and decision making in 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for backcountry riders looking to assess avalanche risk, improve their backcountry decision-making, establish a solid foundation for rescue skills and become reliable backcountry partners. \u003c\/strong\u003e These courses are great for novices to expert level backcountry users alike, but we require that you:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\" style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\n\u003cb data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAre Proficient at Using Your Gear. \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e If you are not, consider taking our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/blackbirdguides.com\/products\/intro-to-backcountry\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eIntro to Backcountry Skiing\u003c\/a\u003e Course, an excellent way to gain a basic understanding of ski touring.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\" style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\n\u003cb data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eCan ride Advanced Terrain at a ski resort.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e  The course venue may be in fairly benign terrain, but it is important that riders have an advanced riding ability to manage the highly variable snow conditions we experience in the backcountry.  These conditions are typically very different from those found at ski resorts, even in off-piste resort terrain.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\" style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\n\u003cb data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eHave Appropriate Gear.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e  Ski touring bindings or splitboards are much more functional than 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coaching of an experienced AIARE Avalanche Instructor.  We start with simple scenarios and build to more complex ones as we gain confidence in our skills.  We aim to maximize time performing scenarios to gain as much experience as possible throughout the day.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMammoth is an ideal venue for this program, providing access to a great range of terrain for scenarios. \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eVariety in the terrain lends itself to learning important lessons about how the terrain affects an avalanche rescue. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eExperienced AIARE Course Leaders.  \u003c\/strong\u003eOur team has a deep understanding of the California snowpack, and our experience is drawn from seasons of backcountry ski guiding, performing avalanche control as ski patrollers, and instructing avalanche courses.  All of our avalanche courses are taught by certified AIARE instructors and course 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Course\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e.\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWe require that you:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAre Proficient at Using Your Touring Gear.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003e We will teach you how to use the Avalanche Rescue Tools, but if you are not proficient with your touring gear, consider taking \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/blackbirdguides.com\/products\/intro-to-backcountry\" title=\"Intro to backcountry skiing course in Mt Baker Snoqualmie Pass\"\u003eIntroduction to Backcountry Skiing\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/blackbirdguides.com\/products\/intro-to-backcountry-skiing-mt-baker-snoqualmie-pass\" title=\"Intro to backcountry skiing course in Mt Baker Snoqualmie Pass\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e.\u003c\/a\u003e  It is an excellent way to gain a 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