KING GEORGE BROOK

King George Brook has a “dry” section. Neither of us had been there so we took the chance! We decided to navigate using map and compass only. Having recovered from a few navigational errors, we eventually arrived above the side creek of interest that we wanted to explore. Unfortunately the vegetation was horrendous! So we contoured to the intersection of the side creek with King George Brook. Two small abseils, the last one into a pool and we were in the brook. We had brought the gear: might as well use it! Kevin managed to use a log to keep his feet dry but he dislodged the log: it was wet feet for me!

The creek started nicely. Some sections were enchanting but others were scrubby. Kevin’s feet did not stay dry long (I indulged in a bit of schadenfreude). We creatively avoided a few deep pools. Soon enough the creek opened up and the exit was waiting for us. By that time, my feet had turned into two ice blocks!

The exit was steep but straightforward and we were on Banks Ridge in no time! From there the navigation was simple: aim at Mount Banks! Once on the fire trail, it was a straight shot to the car!