Denali Expedition: Jones & Team Weather the Storm at 14,000’ Camp
Posted by: Tyler Jones, Bryan Mazaika, Nick Scott
Categories: Expedition Dispatches Denali
Elevation: 14,000'
Monday, June 11, 2018 - 3:42 PM PT
We made it through a very snowy and windy night at 14,000' Camp and also made it through the coldest night we have had near -10F. The skies were clear and cold when we crawled out of the tent to nearly two feet of fresh snow. The team cleared the snow from the tents and shoveled the snow out of our snow block fortress. Then we had another amazing breakfast that started with coffee then hash browns, then blueberry pancakes, a Tyler Jones special. We then proceeded to have another round of hash browns and pancakes. This was obviously paired with a healthy serving of crispy bacon.
The new snow along with the wind has most the camp relaxed and waiting till the winds up high on the mountain subside and give the new snow time to settle. The forecast is looking up later this week. We will be patient and out chill the wind and snow, then when the opportunity presents, we will make our move to High Camp. Till then we have a fierce game of Yahtzee in the cool tent and laps around camp to keep us busy.
Cheers,
RMI Guide Tyler Jones and team
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Comments (4)
Dave and Team Jones, the ice fortress looks pretty cool. Hopefully you guys get to move to new digs on higher ground soon (winter is coming after all).
Sending lots of love,
Your big sister and the family.
Posted by: Beth on
Nothing better than a good game of Yahtzee to pass the time! Can’t wait to see the pictures from the summit! Continued prayers for good weather and a safe climb! Big hugs to Nick from his Mom. XO
Posted by: Coeli Scott on
Hang in there, Jeff Miller and all of Jones Team! Praying for beautiful weather, calm winds, safe and secure climb and the best view of anywhere in NA!! Can’t wait to hear all about your adventure!
Posted by: BeBe Miller on
Matt Hill, Sarah and Trinity are making you a special cake, a scale model of Denali!!!!
Posted by: Paul Downs on