| Park at the north end of Cathedral ledge and follow the trail up to the cliff. Recluse is the crack with the overhanging start between Birdnest and Child's Play. |
A total hard New England classic. By any modern standard this is a 5.11 climb! According to legand John Bouchard, the trick is using the "chicken wing" technique with your right hand!
Pitch 1: The crux is right off the ground. Climb the crack to the top.
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| standard rack
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| rappel from the Birdnest anchors |
September 1971 - FFA: Henry Barber
FA: Joe Cote, Dick Arey |
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