RMI Guide Alex Barber Begins His Personal Expedition to Annapurna
RMI Guide Alex Barber begins his solo / nO's attempt on Annapurna:
The 24th of March around mid-day I made a turbulent landing into Kathmandu for my fourth 8000m expedition. The forecast for the next five days is showing two meters of snow… That combined with a large snowfall in late February has me nervous. I worry that I will arrive to a dangerously loaded mountain, a mountain known for its frequent avalanches. But as of now I am sending my bags ahead to Tatopani. Tomorrow morning (27th) I'll be taking a helicopter from Kathmandu to Tatopani and if weather permits I'll be in base camp tomorrow afternoon.
For now, the focus will be to survive the congested streets of Kathmandu, as I make last minute purchases like fuel, food, lighters, etc.
Comments (2)
Following your blog. Enjoying reading a ‘real’ blog expressing your fears, concerns, obstacles that you face. I look forward to following you. This is going to be an awesome journey because Annapurna is no cake walk—keep us posted even on the days when you feel like crying. :)
Be safe.
Posted by: Mary on
Alex, your living my dream! What you are attempting to do is extraordinary and just attempting such a climb makes you a legend in my book. Be safe and as I’m sure you already know I will say it again to help ingrain it into your head. Become one with the mountain. Feel it. Become part of it and most importantly listen to it. I really want you to make it down so one day I can shake your hand and buy you a beer!
phil Grech
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