Denali Expedition: Van Deventer & Team Make the Move to High Camp
Posted by: Pete Van Deventer, Leif Bergstrom, Erika Birkeland
Categories: Expedition Dispatches Denali
Elevation: 17,000'
Sunday, May 29, 2022 - 10:27 pm PT
Unlike two days ago, when we woke up there wasn't a hint of wind in sight. We had word from Mike Walter's team that the weather at 17,000' was perfect to, so we launched out of 14,000' Camp in high spirits. It was one of the most pleasant days I can remember on the West Buttress. Temps were comfortable, no wind, and the views unparalleled. It's also some of the most fun climbing. We were at camp by early afternoon, set up tents, fired an early dinner, and congratulated Mike's team as they came back from the summit. Things look really good for us tomorrow, so fingers crossed, we'll make our push in the morning.
RMI Guides Pete, Leif, Erika, and team
Comments (5)
C’mon team! Can’t wait to read the post about the summit! Wishing you good weather and strength. Molta força!
Posted by: Anna P on
Congratulations on getting to 17k! I’m so excited for your hopeful push tomorrow. We’re all pulling for you, sending you positive thoughts and intentions. Keep reaching towards your goals, be safe, be amazing!
Posted by: Patrick Schmitz on
Looking good team. Wishing you all safe travels and a successful summit bid.
Posted by: Ron Jackson on
More amazing news! And to hear you are able to enjoy the unparalleled beauty that few of us have ever seen in person. Prayers for continued healthy bodies and weather and a mountain that says, “OK my friends, come on up and experience my magnificence. Happy Memorial Day. You stand on the shoulders of so many who have climbed mountains of war, poverty, injustice, and they are with you. Mom
Posted by: Barbara J Corona on
So proud of this team. John you worked so hard for this and the mountains are with you.. wishing you continued good weather all around. Hurry back!!!
Janis
Posted by: Janis - Pickelball partner on