Guide Seth Timpano called in today, and said the group is doing great. They had beautiful weather and great conditions for the first few days, practicing mountaineering skills in Sahale Basin. They successfully climbed Sahale, and then switched gears for a few days of rock climbing around Washington Pass and Leavenworth. They will then choose another venue in the North Cascades, based on weather and group assessment, for the last few days of the course. With the heat we're having here in Washington, shady routes will be preferable for the long sunny days.