Scout Switch Over

 Tuesday March 29th

It seemed like the week would see no outside action, but a late check on Monday suggested that good conditions could prevail out west.  NB stepped up and went with a plan for Raven Crag Walthwaite.  A meet in Kendal and NB finished the drive in.  AT missed the sign but NB was on the ball - bird nest restrictions in place to end May.  Plan B took no time to hatch, half an hour later we arrived at the foot of;

Upper Scout Crag

Easy walk in, weather holding up

Last here in May 21. Scouts don't get into a rut, so added variety by switching order of routes and leads.

AT on the fine second pitch of  Route 1

This image from May 21 sets the scene.

A few spots of rain came and went, so switched over to Route 2 with AT taking the first pitch this time.

Waste of time scouting around for decent gear on this first section.

Just have to D.Y.B

NB looking comfortable at the crux of P2

Duly despatched with considerable aplomb

AT takes note from a capacious ledge and tree belay

Descent requires attention with a bit of exposure on the left heading down

The Langdale Pikes are a glorious backdrop.

As for the foreground?

Great to squeeze in a day out in an unlikely looking week!

Route 2 (R)

Route 1 (L)

Climbers in action - May 21

More imagination required on the route naming, surely Baden Powell would expect better from his troops.