To Snowshoe the Continental Divide in Montana

It was tough getting across the spine of the Bitterroot Range twice during the winter of 2008. Although the distance was approximately 140 miles and a La Niña weather pattern dominated the weather with continuous snowstorms, I had sufficient time to complete the trip. During the 40-day period between the middle of March to near the end of April, it nevertheless became clear that I was running out time. In the early morning hours, as I prepared for another day the effects of the previous day’s travel had me wrapped in a listless level of energy. While tempted to quit the trip at numerous points, I refused.

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