Mt. McKinley: Beren & Team Welcomed to the Neighborhood at 14K
Posted by: Jake Beren, Christina Dale, Andrew Kiefer
Categories: Expedition Dispatches Denali
Elevation: 14,200'
Saturday June 13th 7:15 pm PT
Today has been fantastic. We left 11 Camp early this morning and enjoyed perfect conditions and weather on our way up to 14 Camp. The team climbed very well and we were again treated to supreme hospitality by the other RMI teams at 14 Camp. Plenty of water and some pre-made tent platforms will make us soft if we aren't careful.
Now for some well-deserved rest before dinner. Tomorrow we will handle some training and wish our friends good luck as they move into position for their time in the stratosphere.
RMI Guide Jake Beren
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Comments (9)
Kevin, wishing you luck with your summit, and hoping the weather stays clear and beautiful, for tons of views, pictures and memories. Mom and Dad Larson
Posted by: warren larson on
Looks like an awesome time. Sure does look different from the bottom of the mountain to what you are seeing.
Posted by: Tammy Gjerde on
Hey Cousin Bill ~ So proud of you and your group! Another fabulous day of your adventure. Wishing you all an absolutely fantastic climb tomorrow - sending big hugs!
Posted by: Sally Miller on
Hey Meredith,
We are so proud of you - can’t believe how quickly you’re climbing. Hope it’s everything you dreamed it would be. Kim is pissed as she wants you home but I’m keeping her calm ;-)
We had a beautiful weekend ( went blueberry picking ). When you get to Houston, we’ll give you some of the jam we made. It’s killer.
Miss you!
David and Kim
Posted by: David and Kim on
Craig & Eric—hope y’all are having a blast on the mountain! Much love and wishing you good weather.
-Susan
Posted by: Susan on
Hey Meredith! You’re at 14 camp now. You and the team have worked hard to get there. Its crowded. Weather has been variable (typical this time of year). The mountain is amazing. Its an experience that you will never forget. Enjoy the edge of the world. Remember the core while you have some down time at 14. Stay focused. You’re almost there. Look at this as a reward for all the hard work you have done to get there and to get higher. Will continue to negotiate with the weather gods!
JB Portland
Posted by: Jeff B on
The view is breath taking from the picture itself, I can’t even imagine how awesome you all must be feeling. Thinking of you AJ. Have an amazing climb ahead!
-Priya
Posted by: Priya on
On our minds constantly Mer. Fingers crossed for clear blue skies and a perfect summit day! Much love from all of us.
Posted by: Rachel on
WOW! You guys are doing great! Bill, you always luck out on weather for these climbs. Here’s hoping your luck continues for the rest of the expedition.
Norm
Posted by: Norm Vork on