Against The Odds FAN FAVORITE: Trapped on Mt. Hood | Whiteout | 1
Aug 19, 2025
In May 1986, high school students and a teacher face a brutal storm while climbing Mount Hood. As conditions worsen, they are pushed into a terrifying survival situation. The tension rises with every decision as the climbers battle nature and their own limitations. One climber's desperate search for a snow cave becomes a focal point for their survival instincts. Grit, camaraderie, and a fight against despair unfold as they contend with the harsh realities of extreme mountaineering.
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Father Drops Son Off For Night Climb
- Pat excitedly leaves for the overnight climb with his father Frank watching him go.
- Frank worries about Pat's cold but Pat insists on going and jokes about pasta for dinner.
Experienced Guide Meets Confident Leader
- Ralph Summers, the technical consultant, arrives early and inspects the group's gear and plans.
- He trusts Father Tom Gohman's experience but notes the weather forecast of an afternoon storm.
Lead Student Keeps Pace On Hard Snow
- The climb begins in darkness across Palmer Snowfield with students tiring quickly in deep snow.
- Molly Shula leads and enforces short breaks to keep the group together and on schedule.
