Shillelagh and Blarney

[ilipichicuma]

It was a day off and a perfect day for canyoneering. Seeing all of the Freezefest pictures has made me really want to get out, so I gathered up some of the crew and we headed down to the North Wash. We hit the Left (West) Fork of Shillelagh and the Left (West) Fork of Blarney. In summary, it was awesome, though I will say that I recommend the Right fork of Shillelagh over the left, right is cooler. Blarney was sick! Lots of fun downclimbs with some interesting rappels, with beautiful sculpted narrows. We hit some excellent light down there, but unfortunately my camera didn't pick it up. When Anthony gets his pictures taken care of, I'll post some of those up, too. Oh, and also, both canyons were entirely dry. That being said, here's some pictures:

Epic Pose


Beginning the Descent


Nancy on a downclimb


Excellent Form


Dropping into Blarney




Bottom of Blarney

[ilipichicuma]

And we've got Anthony's photos! (so much better than mine)



Awesome lighting.

[Deathcricket]

Awesome lighting.

Hahaha this one is my favorite. You guys make a great couple. Cool TR dude!

[Sandstone Addiction]

Loved the pictures and report. Thanks Cliff.

[accadacca]

GREAT pictures!