If climbing Mt. Whitney is something you want to do this summer, now is the time to get your permit. You have until march 15 to be entered into the lottery.
In order to get a permit, you have to complete an application which is entered into a lottery and each day they grab more applications from a "really big box" (that's what the website says).
You will find out in the beginning of April if your application is accepted. Actually I noticed it on my bank statement first and then later got the permit.
- Call up your buddies and get a headcount. they will all be excited but don't be surprised if some drop out. you will need to commit to training and spending time at altitude to successfully reach the peak. there is a maximum of 15 people per permit.
- Agree on the length you want to be on the trail : one-day trip, overnight, or backpacking trip.
- Note the dates you want to summit and then think of alternatives. The weekends go fast, so be sure to put some weekdays in the alternate days. The more alternate days, the more chances of getting a permit. I submitted three applications last year (all with alternate days) and only one application got accepted.
- Complete the application and mail it in (postmarked by March 15th). Then wait patiently.
Important Links -
- 2011 Whitney Permit Application
- Permit Process - more information on dates, contact info, etc.
Time for me to submit my application - hopefully I will take a group up in a day & possibly a backpacking trip.
More training information to come - places to train and little tips to keep your training fun.
climb on!
chi
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