Cosmic Climb Clouds feels like a once-in-a-lifetime moment

feels like a once-in-a-lifetime moment

Amidst a sea of evergreens

the full moon illuminates the world in a soft rosy glow

The trunks blur together as the forest shifts from something fixed into something felt

showcasing Tahoe's spring

Cosmic Climb Clouds feels like a once-in-a-lifetime momentThis captivating photograph captures the awe inspiring journey of two intrepid climbers ascending Mount Shasta in the heart of the night. Beginning at midnight, they undertook an gigantic feat, hiking 7,000 feet in a single push. Under the Milky Way's guidance, their silhouettes are etched against the night sky as they navigate the darkened slopes by headlamp. The midnight climb shows their determination to reach the summit by 7 am.