As he was solo this was not a true "fossil" trip, however fossil friend Greg just finished a field report: 2 feet of snow in Yosemite Valley and 4 feet in the high country. The "Big Stone" is "in," as is the Leaning Tower. Rumors are flying that "El Presidente" and Greg are planning an early spring ascent of the West Face. To that end, we are hearing reports of "El Presidente's" massive upper body workouts ... countless reps with the snow-blower and power sessions with the snow shovel.