Now we’re starting to get into gnar. Odell’s Gully is named for Noel Odell. This aesthetic line is broken up by a large blue ice bulge that makes it a popular ice climbing route. However, this route is mostly snow, and is worthwhile as a ski mountaineering objective. In rare conditions, this line can be skied ropeless. In most cases, a rappel is necessary. Climb steep snow in the lower gully to the base of the ice. The left side of the bulge can be climbed at WI2. Set your belay in good spot above the ice, because this will likely also serve as your rappel anchor. Climb the rest of the steep snow to the top. The upper turns in Odell’s are super memorable. Very steep and sustained, the gully widening from just a pinch to multiple ski lengths wide. Just above the ice, there’s a big rock that splits the line. Skirt this to either side. The crux of the line is by far finding a good rappel anchor. Chossy rock, dubious saplings and ice that’s hard to reach from above present an unfortunate ‘choose your own adventure’. Don’t be afraid to take a belay to down climb to the ice. Rappel 30m or so into the lower gully. Enjoy high walled, open gully skiing all the way down to the fan. Congrats, you just plucked one of the big plums in the range.