Statements (53)
| Predicate | Object |
|---|---|
| gptkbp:instanceOf |
glacier
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| gptkbp:accessibility |
hiking trails available
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| gptkbp:area |
approximately 1.2 square miles
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| gptkbp:climate |
subalpine climate
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| gptkbp:climbRate |
various routes available
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| gptkbp:elevation |
approximately 6,000 feet
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| gptkbp:environmentalImpact |
important for ecosystem health
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| gptkbp:firstAscent |
unknown
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| gptkbp:firstSeason |
summer months
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| gptkbp:flowsInto |
gptkb:White_River
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| gptkbp:geologicalFeatures |
negative
educational programs available inspiration for artists retreating approximately 30 feet per year attracts tourists annually important to local indigenous tribes formed during the last ice age requires hiking part of conservation efforts crevasses and seracs studied for climate change effects hosts annual events ideal for landscape photography available for guided tours part of ongoing research affects local hydrology documented since early 20th century requires caution due to crevasses scenic views of surrounding peaks subject to rapid weather changes |
| gptkbp:hasPublications |
featured in scientific journals
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| gptkbp:hasVisitorCenter |
information available at visitor center
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| https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label |
Meeker Glacier
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| gptkbp:iceClass |
local community engaged in preservation efforts
accessible via park roads accessible for experienced hikers. always travel with a partner blue ice visible trailhead located at the park entrance |
| gptkbp:length |
approximately 1.5 miles
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| gptkbp:locatedIn |
gptkb:Mount_Rainier_National_Park
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| gptkbp:nearestCity |
gptkb:Enumclaw,_Washington
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| gptkbp:photography |
popular photography location
best light during sunrise and sunset |
| gptkbp:searchAndRescueMissions |
ongoing studies by universities
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| gptkbp:surroundingArea |
gptkb:Mount_Rainier
gptkb:Meeker_Peak alpine meadows several small glacial lakes |
| gptkbp:type |
valley glacier
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| gptkbp:visitors |
popular among hikers and climbers
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| gptkbp:wildlife |
habitat for mountain goats
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