Denali Expedition: Gorum & Team Make an Attempt at the Summit
Posted by: JM Gorum, JT Schmitt, Dustin Wittmier
Categories: Expedition Dispatches Denali
Elevation: 17,200'
Wednesday, June 5, 2019 - 4:43 PM PT
Well, if it’s not one thing it’s another. The wind finally died down for us, and we had a beautiful start to our summit attempt. As we neared Denali pass and the top of the Autobahn, thunder started rumbling in the distance. In a matter of minutes we were underneath the leading edge of a 30,000 foot anvil. We tucked tail and ran back to camp, threading through climbers intent on continuing uphill. We can deal with cold, snow, and wind, but the only cure I know for lightning is distance. All in all it was a good day, considering we are all still healthy and happy. We’re going to regroup this afternoon, consider the forecast, and come up with a plan for the next few days.
RMI Guide JM Gorum
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Comments (5)
Sending you all our love from Idaho, Brit and team! Glad you are all in this together :)
Posted by: Kat on
Good luck Kirk, I hope the weather holds out for you.
Posted by: Tony and Carrie on
For Julie, Thank you for sending the link to the blog, it’s so exciting to see your progress! You are the bravest chick I know. I hope you are having an amazing time! Thinking of you :)
Posted by: Dani R. on
We love you JT!
Posted by: Wendy on
Hang in there Brit, the stars will align soon. We’re all thinking about you.
Posted by: Brad R. on