My son-in-law, Dave Eisenhower, and I gave Hidden Amphitheater a go this afternoon. All three tiers are in thick and conditions are great. The second tier’s right side still needs to grow and touch down to bring in the true grade four pillar.

Second Tier, Hidden Amphitheater, 02/18/07

Because I am not as comfortable leading as I used to be, I stayed on the lower angle ice on the left side of the second tier.

Did I mention I don’t enjoy the sharp end as much as I used too?

Dave E. pulled his first lead on the third tier on the right corner variation. Before rapping back to the base, we did several top rope laps on the steep right side of the second tier. It’s currently pushing grade four in difficulty.

Dave Eisenhower topping out on the third tier, Hidden Amphitheater 02/18/07