Hikers rescued from Telescope Peak by helicopter

[DeathValleyDazed]

I supposed that the CHP chopper dropped them off at Mahogany Flat so they could drive themselves out? Seven years ago I hiked Telescope Peak in December without special boots, rope, or ice ax so I"m baffled at how these two needed rescue. Granted, there's more snow now than was for me. Probably much more, and very icy on the north facing slope.

I would have just scrambled sideways or even down and sideway back towards the trail head? Oh well, easy for me to judge sitting in my armchair recliner. LOL

DAW, those links were most useful. Thanks.