8/27/04

Hiked in to Meysan Lake

8/28/04

McAdie
Mallory
Irvine

8/29/04

Corcoran
LeConte


Notes:

All the chutes leading up from Meysan Lake have lots of loose and annoying rock.  The two
popular chutes up to the plateau were blocked by snow (which they probably retain year-round).
Fortunately, the snow in the middle chute had melted away from the rock just enough on the left
side to squeeze through.  The last time I went up to LeConte (in June) the chutes were filled with good
quality snow from the bottom to the top.  Hiking up the snow in June was ideal (with crampons
and ice axe) and made for good glisading.  It was far preferable to the loose taylus and 
boulders experienced this time. The snow that is present currently (Aug 28) is quite hard, icy
in spots, and is sun cupped.

Starting Pack Weight: 21 lbs (without water and electronics)
Ending Pack Weight: 19.5 lbs (without water but includes GPS and batteries)

Est. Food Weight: 3.5 lbs + 9oz

No Mosquitos

The flat area at the SE end of Meysan Lake made a good camping spot.  Travel around the east side
of the lake to reach this spot.

There are hoards of ravenous marmots around the lake.  Be sure to take appropriate precautions.
I found a large boulder near my tent that appeared out of reach to marmots.  While away from
camp I stowed my pack, bivy, etc. on top.  I was also able to hang my UrSack from this rock
so that my food was out of their reach.