For the first time this year, I went ice climbing near Lone Rock, WI. Next to highway 133 was a nicely formed column of ice, ending at the frozen Wisconsin River. Because of this year's lengthy winter, the ice was in better condition than last March. Not for long, though: this week's high temperatures probably mark the end of the ice climbing season, at least in southern Wisconsin. But there still should be climbable ice north of here. (More on that later.)
Andy nears the top of the route.
Gokul gets a shower.
Katie works her way up the ice.
Ben, moments before getting smacked.
A side view of TJ.
Teresa, looking bright.
I also got in some climbing.
Gokul leading, near the end of the day.
More Lone Rock climbing photos