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Aconcagua: King & Team Carry to Camp 2

The team is back at Aconcagua Camp 1 after a successful carry day. Mike is currently fueling up for a nap with some Pringles and Tang. Most of the crew are a step ahead of him. We take our siestas quite seriously in the Southern Hemisphere. We enjoyed perfect weather today on our carry, with just enough of a breeze to keep us cool, but not enough to even call it wind. On top of the weather's cooperation, we also found excellent route conditions. Firm snow made for quick travel, and gave us an opportunity to use some of the heavy, sharp objects that we've been lugging around. On the way to Camp 2, climbers crest several ridges, each time gaining a slightly more complete picture of the Andes. I could pile on as many adjectives as I could think of, but I would still be unable to communicate the scale of the terrain. It is big out there. Given the weather, we spent about an hour up at Camp 2. Taking in the views, securing our cache, and, you bet, napping. The trip down was quick, with sun softened snow and motivated climbers. Before they all went to sleep, the team sent their best to friends, family, and anyone else following along. RMI Guides JM Gorum and Mike King

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Happy to hear everything is going in your favour keep it up and be safe

Posted by: Mark and Helen walsh on

Rob, what brings you so high pilgrim ? Watch your top knot. Craig

Posted by: Craig Andersen on

And I don’t want to go outside because it is 16 degrees in Atlanta. Safe and fun travels.

Posted by: Betty (Art's sister) on

Checking for info on Aconcagua came across this site, good luck to the team.  My interest is due to the fact that our son Jason Heckle and his friends from New York are also climbing and should be at camp 1 now going to high camp I believe Sunday.  BTW nice postings.  Be safe. 

Mark & Mark Heckle

Posted by: Mary & Mark Heckle on

I join Terry in a shout out to my friend, Jim.  The adventure seems to be going well.  Good luck, good health, wise judgment and a wonderful experience are wished for you and your group!!!

Posted by: George on

A big shout out to my brother Jim .....its so cool to be able to follow your big adventure ....
praying for safety ... good weather…and fun…

Posted by: Terry on

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