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Aconcagua: Van Deventer & Team Keep Momentum and Carry to Camp 2

Another day, another step in the uphill direction. We continued on yesterday's momentum, woke with the sun, sorted loads, and pointed our boots uphill to Guanacos Tres, or our Camp 2. It's not a huge day, only 1,600' of elevation gain, but it's great for our acclimatization process, and now we have the bulk of our food and fuel up high. This year is a bit bizarre in that this is traditionally high season and the mountain is very empty. We are the only team in Camp 1, and there is one other small team at Camp 2, which makes for a much more remote feeling to the expedition. Some clouds blew over this afternoon, with a few flurries, but our weather remains spectacular overall. We're looking forward to a rest day tomorrow, and then hopefully on up to Camp 2. Hasta luego, RMI Guides Pete Van Deventer, Alex Barber, Juan, and team

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Hope are all acclimating well and enjoying your rest day. We enjoy hearing about your progress.  Now the entire Nativity Elementary school is following your progress and cheering you on.  The Hoedl kids give an update at daily announcements.  Hope the weather continues to hold and push up to Camp 2 goes well. 
Lee - a personal note - Mr Rustad had a severe heart attack this past Saturday.  Life support is being removed this afternoon.  Our community is certainly very sad and in mourning today.  I thought you would want to know so you could add your prayers from on High.  Facebook is active with Alumnae trying to collect all the stories of the Mr. Rustad Senior Pranks over the years.

Posted by: Diann on

To the Norwegian in the group. Have fun toiling away in that freezing climate, tomorrow it is my turn to shut off civilization, but I crave the tranquil heat….. It’s only a matter of time before I am lounging by the pool with a drink in my hand 
So far everything under control so no need to hurry back.

Posted by: Ruthie on

The blog is great and a great way to feel connected to the team and your progress. Stay strong and rest well.

Posted by: Joyce Pully on

Sounds like the team had a great day. Wishing everyone a relaxing rest day! Hoping everyone is doing well & having fun.
Would you please give the temperature once in a while.  Thanks!

Posted by: Suzette Stitely on

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