Cosmic Climb Clouds showcasing Tahoe's spring

showcasing Tahoe's spring

the cold air and fading light sharpened the stillness of the scene

Surrounding mountains stand as silent sentinels

The trunks blur together as the forest shifts from something fixed into something felt

As the moon rises

Cosmic Climb Clouds showcasing Tahoe's springThis captivating photograph captures the awe inspiring journey of two intrepid climbers ascending Mount Shasta in the heart of the night. Beginning at midnight, they undertook an gigantic feat, hiking 7,000 feet in a single push. Under the Milky Way's guidance, their silhouettes are etched against the night sky as they navigate the darkened slopes by headlamp. The midnight climb shows their determination to reach the summit by 7 am.