Denali Expedition: Van Deventer & Team Pick up Cache and Review Techniques
Posted by: Pete Van Deventer, Robby Young, Jess Matthews
Categories: Expedition Dispatches Denali
Elevation: 14,000'
May 21, 2016 - 11:43 pm PT
Though there was a cap on the upper mountain when we woke, that wasn't the direction of our concern. The snow and winds had abated, and down towards Windy Corner, the sun was shining through thin clouds, setting everything to sparkling. After another great brunch, we grabbed our packs and feeling light as feathers, cruised downhill to our cache. We made quick work of retrieving it, and an hour later were back in camp with a small mountain of food. We spent a bit of time before dinner rigging our ascenders and reviewing fixed line techniques for what we hope to be our carry up onto the West Buttress tomorrow. If the weather cooperates we'll make our first trip up the lines, and all the boxes will be checked for our summit bid.
All for now,
RMI Guides Pete, Robby, Jess, and team
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Comments (6)
Following your trail Lisa and it must be incredible. Must be so beautiful. You are awesome!
Posted by: Trix on
So close.. enjoy every step and the fabulous view, Lisa..! Go higher !! Look forward to seeing the flag !
Posted by: greg hurley on
Justin,
I am still in awe that I was able to speak to you yesterday from 14,200’! You sounded A-Okay! I hope tomorrow brings you an ideal window of opportunity to ascend to 17,000’. You are so close to realizing your dream (my nightmare). Godspeed!
Love,
Mom
Posted by: leanne on
You guys are amazing! We’re proud of you and rooting for you, every step. Go Hëtz!!!
Posted by: Dipak on
Got your voicemail Justin and it was SO GREAT to hear your voice and get news about how strong you feel. Keep up the good work. I miss you and your message came at the perfect time. There are so many people down the in the lower 48 on the edge of their seats for every bit of news about you. We love you!!! And I will let you know when I switch my flight
Posted by: Patrice La Vigne on
Love the narrative. Feel as though I was there. Come on weather. Hold on.
Posted by: Rod Dubois on