Chamonix reminded me that historically one of the four - off season -
vocations for guides was crystal hunting. The other three were:
farmer, wood cutter, and more recently ski instructor.
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Hock on the 5.7 "Razor" Pitch
Selden and Gary getting ready to frame the cabin
Fossils on Ishinca (18,500')
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Aiguille de Gliere
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- South Ridge of the Gliere
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Selden and Gary getting ready to frame the cabin
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Fossils on Ishinca (18,500')