Robert Underhill and his wife Miriam were outstanding alpinists. They are credited with bringing modern climbing techniques to the Sawtooth Range. During 1934 and 1935, the couple made many first ascents in the Sawtooths. You can read about their Idaho exploits on Pages 17-18 of the book.

Other Resources

• Robert Lindley Murray Underhill (1889-1983) in Memoriam, American Alpine Journal, 1984

These article clippings from the Idaho Statesman acknowledge the Underhills’ visit to Idaho.