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Why Climb?
As Rene Dumal said: "You cannot stay on the summit forever, you have to come down again. So why bother in the first place? Just this: What is above knows what is below, but what is below does not know what is above. One climbs, one sees. One descends, one sees no longer, but one has seen. There is an art of conducting oneself in the lower regions by the memory of what one saw higher up. When one can no longer see, one can at least know."
Expedition Inspiration's active adventures are structured to empower and promote the health and well being of all who participate, while increasing the amount of funding available for breast cancer research. Each participant will be helping the cause by donating or raising funds above and beyond the actual costs of the adventure. These funds will be allocated by Expedition Inspiration's distinguished Medical Advisory Committee to cutting-edge projects in breast cancer research, education and patient support.
In an ongoing effort to help educate and support women and families touched by breast cancer, Expedition Inspiration conducts a series of outdoor activities open to breast cancer survivors, their supporters and loved ones. These active adventures are structured to promote the health and well being of all who participate and to empower survivors so that they will continue their advocacy for the cause and their support of others struggling with this disease.
Additionally, each event is conducted to continue to raise awareness for the cause and to raise funds for breast cancer research. All funds raised above and beyond the cost of the trip are tax deductible. Each climber or hiker is encouraged to raise more money (than the cost to participate), increasing the amount available for grants. The Expedition Inspiration Fund for Breast Cancer Research’s distinguished medical board will allocate these funds to specific areas of research that will lead to prevention, an earlier means of detecting the disease and a better way to treat it.
Let the Inspiration Continue
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Summer Inspiration Climb:
Devil's Bedstead
August 27, 2011
The Devil's Bedstead (East) sits at 11,865 feet. The Northeast ridge is a class 3-4 route.
The climb is in the stunning Boulder Creek basin. The hike into the basin is an approximate 1,000 foot gain in elevation in 3.5 miles. To reach the trailhead, drive east on the Trail Creek Road east out of Ketchum and Sun Valley. At 22 miles turn south onto the Copper Basin Road and drive past Copper Basin Guard Station. At 2.5 miles, turn south onto the Wildhorse Canyon road and watch for views of Old Hyndman to the south and the Devil's Bedstead to the west. The trailhead to the Boulder Lake trail, FST-057, is just before Wildhorse Campground. A bridge, at one time, crossed Wildhorse creek, but is now gone. In August, you can forde the creek in your boots and gaitors.
Follow the well-groomed trail up a series of switchbacks for the first half mile until you cross Boulder Creek and then climb quickly along the left bank while Boulder Creek cuts through an impressive small canyon on the right. The trail then crosses Boulder Creek again. At this point look up toward the Devil's Bedstead. A few feet from the crossing you will find a rock cairn and a faint right-hand fork to the trail. Continuing straight will lead to a beautiful large meadow and eventually Boulder Lake. Taking the right fork will climb the sagebrush slopes and take you to Washington Lake at 10,000 feet and the approach for the northern saddle and the summit of the Devil's Bedstead.
From Washington Lake, look west and find the saddle. At the saddle, look northeast and pick out Borah and the Lost River range and look northwest to spot the Boulders, White Clouds, and Castle Peak. From the saddle, instead of following the ridge north, countour around the northwest face and choose one of the gullies. The ridge is a class 3-4 route with towers to negotiate, while the northwest face is a classic class 3 scramble. Downclimbing will take nearly as long as the ascent.
Once on top, pick out the Devil's Bedstead West due west, Salzburger Spitzl to the south, twin-summited Goat Peak to the south east, and Hyndman and Old Hyndman just beyond Goat. Looking east spot Standhope Peak and Smiley Mountain. Directly below to the south is Kane Lake. Nearing the abrupt east face edge, Boulder Lake can be seen below.
These outdoor adventures will give you the opportunity to raise money for breast cancer research and enjoy the splendor of the majestic Sawtooth Mountain Range!
Need help fundraising?
We have lots of tips on our website to help you reach your "summit".
Can't come? Be a "Virtual Climber". Let everyone know that you are committed to finding a cure for breast cancer and sponsor your "virtual climb".
Call today to reserve your spot on this amazing adventure 208.726.6456. Complete climb information on our website.
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