Started late at 8 a.m. from N Fork Sauk River TH. Snow started just beyond White Pass, the Foam Creak Trail alternated between dry trail and large snow-covered sections, all in all about 50% snow. Would recommend waiting until that trail is snow free, would be faster. All snow in White Chuck Basin, which was pretty ideal. Small detour in the basin to fill water from the waterfall, poor timing on my part. The Cool Glacier was still in good shape, easy to navigate around two cracks. Summited in 5:18, spent about 8 minutes on top soaking in the absolutely gorgeous day!
Stomach issues hit on the descent and I slowed significantly, but did what I could! Was fun to be out there with lots of other folks climbing, great vibes and very grateful for the cheers of many kind people! Overall a good day. Used poles and microspikes, no axe. I hope to come back in a future season to better this time/chase whatever the new time is! Such a fun route, one of the best in the Northwest.