I went shed hunting the other day where I elk hunt, got up the hill a bit in some crotch-deep snow, took me forever to get out, I had to go down into a stream cut and guys, I was nervous. I was wet, tired and afraid the snow that was now up to my waist was going to swallow me up, let loose or if I got my foot stuck in something, create a nice little ice coffin for me. It wasn't the smartest thing I have ever done, and yes, I was unprepared and very nervous. Glad to report, I made it out. Think more than I did!!!

Lance,

Glad you made it out.

Check your sig!!!!!

Mountain's got its own way, can't cheat the mountain

You speak the truth!

That deep snow sure can drain you, even with snowshoes.

I wish I would have had snow shoes. I will be more careful next time!