been struggling to sleep for the last couple of days, decided to play this video and passed out mid way thru. not bc it was boring but it just got my mind off “i need to sleep” thoughts. thank you, and i look forward to future uploads, tho when im fully rested haha
OMG, Mount Temple was one of most memorable hikes I had. The weather was perfect, just a little snowcap on top, but it is a strenuous hike, with sliding stones increasing the effort. One persistent issue in such situations is knowing when to stop. Once in student days, I advised my group to turn back because of wind and fog. On Temple hike, in my group of three, one person decided to wait on the pass below, doing a little more than you are able to can be fatal. At least one experienced hiker should be present if this was an organized camp (and in general),
I enjoyed listening to this. Never saw a mountain in my whole life so never knew that avalances are more common in summer. But those wilderness areas are not Disneyland. Those places need to be taken seriously. And dont try to take selfies with the bison at Yellowstone. But my point is, wether its climbing some mountain like in this story or going to visit a place like Yellowstone people have to understand these places are DANGEROUS! unfortunately too many do not understand that.
I climbed temple in mid September 2001. From the morraine lake parking lot up to larch valley, then on to sentinel pass tha t you see in this video at 13:10. From there, its straight up through some choppy rock to the summit range. Once you've gained the ridge, it's a straightforward slog to the top. Failed on first attempt due to howling winds on the summit ridge. On second attempt the following week, it was 6 hours up and 2 hours down. No need of ropes, just a big slog.
I read about this horrible incident a long time ago. I can understand the desire to reach the top but not doing proper planning and putting those young lives at risk is so ridiculous. I’ve done the hike to Sentinel Pass a couple times. Carrying on to the summit looks pretty daunting. Wish I had tried doing it when I was much younger. The view from there looks amazing.
@@realchinese2012 Compared to Consolation Trail, it’s about twice the distance and 3X’s the elevation gain. Not sure if that helps? If you’ve done the Ink Pots hike, compared to Sentinel, about the same distance but 250m approximately less elevation gain. Technically not difficult but the final part with the switchbacks does look imposing. When my wife first saw it, she said no way she could make that. However, while we were eating lunch, she watched the hikers on the switchbacks through the binoculars and decided she could do it. I should mention we had perfect conditions both times in mid September. No snow at all. Of course there are TH-cam videos about Sentinel Trail that should give you some idea about difficulty.
@@realchinese2012 I should add that the Sentinel pass trail has some amazing scenery so even if you don't do the final switchback portion, you will still be rewarded with great views of the surrounding mountains.
@@mako88sb Thanks for your answer. I didn't do Ink Pots, I just hike Upper Falls and Lower Falls which were easy. I am almost 70 years old, I better train myself before I do some moderate hiking. Play it safe.
@@realchinese2012 Np. The Ink Pots would definitely be a good start to the hiking season. Not sure if you’re familiar with the Ptarmigan Cirque trail in Kananaskis? That would also be a good one. A bit steep at the beginning but it’s relatively short and has beautiful views. Another one I highly recommend is the Plains of the Six Glaciers that starts at Lake Louise. A bit longer than Sentinel Pass but not as much elevation gain and you get a fantastic view of Lake Louise and the Chateau. I was in my early 60’s when I did Sentinel Pass so I know what you mean. I’m still good slogging upwards but it’s the downhill portions that seem to do a number on my lower legs.
in the end, the boys died because of the avalanche, nothing else. No rope, knot or crampon will protect you once you in the path. Thinking you are smarter than a park ranger was the first mistake. on the other hand there are many top mountaineers that died from avalanches, so this judgement is hard to learn.
@@davethom8330 youre right this isnt America but this is also in 1955. Based on the sources I used, when this event happened it was prohibited to climb Mt Temple due to high risk of an avalanche. On the top left i would put Mt temple if its actually it and dont put any if its not.
Blaming the park was ridiculous. It irks me that fools blame others for their stupid decisions.
been struggling to sleep for the last couple of days, decided to play this video and passed out mid way thru. not bc it was boring but it just got my mind off “i need to sleep” thoughts. thank you, and i look forward to future uploads, tho when im fully rested haha
Many people underestimate the dangers of mountains and the wilderness in general and they overestimate their survival abilities.
Absolutely agree! Water in all its forms is often so much deadlier than humans anticipate!
When I heard that one was going to climb to the top with 15 boys I thought…an idiot right there.
This is truly a case of cluelessness of what the mountains are about.
Williams was 100% responsible for this tragedy, his decision to climb Temple unprepared and with 15 inexperienced kids with no gear was irresponsible.
Who tf leaves anyone in the mountains to find their back.im from here and that's just insane!
Thanks for the video - enjoyed it
OMG, Mount Temple was one of most memorable hikes I had. The weather was perfect, just a little snowcap on top, but it is a strenuous hike, with sliding stones increasing the effort. One persistent issue in such situations is knowing when to stop. Once in student days, I advised my group to turn back because of wind and fog. On Temple hike, in my group of three, one person decided to wait on the pass below, doing a little more than you are able to can be fatal. At least one experienced hiker should be present if this was an organized camp (and in general),
I enjoyed listening to this. Never saw a mountain in my whole life so never knew that avalances are more common in summer. But those wilderness areas are not Disneyland. Those places need to be taken seriously. And dont try to take selfies with the bison at Yellowstone. But my point is, wether its climbing some mountain like in this story or going to visit a place like Yellowstone people have to understand these places are DANGEROUS! unfortunately too many do not understand that.
Although this happened long ago, it’s heartbreaking. The leader was so irresponsible, first taking the hike, second leaving the boys behind. So sad.
Hey bud. Nice video! You have the meanings of prologue and epilogue reversed btw - pro comes before, epi comes after
@@mycomagus thanks for bringing it up. Ill be fixing that when i get home
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That's the town of Banff is it 3:08? I'd say Canmore, or whoever moved Mt Rundle.....PUT IT BACK RIGHT NOW!
Oops thanks for mentioning that. Mt Rundle is in the right place. Just the wrong side view
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I climbed temple in mid September 2001. From the morraine lake parking lot up to larch valley, then on to sentinel pass tha
t you see in this video at 13:10. From there, its straight up through some choppy rock to the summit range. Once you've gained the ridge, it's a straightforward slog to the top. Failed on first attempt due to howling winds on the summit ridge. On second attempt the following week, it was 6 hours up and 2 hours down. No need of ropes, just a big slog.
They should've had a grown professional guide
They should have had common sense and stuck to playing basketball in Philly
I read about this horrible incident a long time ago. I can understand the desire to reach the top but not doing proper planning and putting those young lives at risk is so ridiculous.
I’ve done the hike to Sentinel Pass a couple times. Carrying on to the summit looks pretty daunting. Wish I had tried doing it when I was much younger. The view from there looks amazing.
Is it difficult for Sentinel Pass? I just hiked Rockpile and Consolation Trail at Moraine Lake in October. It was very cold, I could not go further.
@@realchinese2012 Compared to Consolation Trail, it’s about twice the distance and 3X’s the elevation gain. Not sure if that helps? If you’ve done the Ink Pots hike, compared to Sentinel, about the same distance but 250m approximately less elevation gain.
Technically not difficult but the final part with the switchbacks does look imposing. When my wife first saw it, she said no way she could make that. However, while we were eating lunch, she watched the hikers on the switchbacks through the binoculars and decided she could do it.
I should mention we had perfect conditions both times in mid September. No snow at all. Of course there are TH-cam videos about Sentinel Trail that should give you some idea about difficulty.
@@realchinese2012 I should add that the Sentinel pass trail has some amazing scenery so even if you don't do the final switchback portion, you will still be rewarded with great views of the surrounding mountains.
@@mako88sb Thanks for your answer. I didn't do Ink Pots, I just hike Upper Falls and Lower Falls which were easy. I am almost 70 years old, I better train myself before I do some moderate hiking. Play it safe.
@@realchinese2012 Np. The Ink Pots would definitely be a good start to the hiking season. Not sure if you’re familiar with the Ptarmigan Cirque trail in Kananaskis? That would also be a good one. A bit steep at the beginning but it’s relatively short and has beautiful views.
Another one I highly recommend is the Plains of the Six Glaciers that starts at Lake Louise. A bit longer than Sentinel Pass but not as much elevation gain and you get a fantastic view of Lake Louise and the Chateau.
I was in my early 60’s when I did Sentinel Pass so I know what you mean. I’m still good slogging upwards but it’s the downhill portions that seem to do a number on my lower legs.
Death only brings sorrow and pain to those who loves you,
Same, when you're incredibly stupid. 0:00 0:00
Oh my, so many inaccuracies in this video ...
in the end, the boys died because of the avalanche, nothing else. No rope, knot or crampon will protect you once you in the path. Thinking you are smarter than a park ranger was the first mistake. on the other hand there are many top mountaineers that died from avalanches, so this judgement is hard to learn.
They wanted and adventure and they got one. What's the problem?
Well doing brainless things, gets you brainless things.
118 kilometers, is not equal to 100 miles.
I corrected that already in the video
William should be in jail.
You didn't need a permit to climb mount temple this isn't America and most of the pictures shown where not temple
@@davethom8330 youre right this isnt America but this is also in 1955. Based on the sources I used, when this event happened it was prohibited to climb Mt Temple due to high risk of an avalanche. On the top left i would put Mt temple if its actually it and dont put any if its not.
You could lose the annoying background music meant to be eerie, it distracts from the story.
Even at 1.75× speed this is boring as...
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Its the group leaders fault you dont take kids to those environments
Yes. Especially ridiculous that he turned around with the smaller group and let the others continue. WTH?
@mako88sb ya sad thing about it sounds like tony did a good job and would of made except for the bad luck