Aconcagua: Smith & Team Make Carry to Camp 1
Posted by: Hannah Smith, Avery Parrinello
Categories: Expedition Dispatches Aconcagua
Elevation: 16,200'
Sunday, January 12, 2020
Scree...every uphill travelers worst nightmare. Today we got to see more of the mountain as we did our first carry. We left Basecamp, packs loaded up with food and fuel and made our way through the rocky terrain. The middle portion of the day looks like a cratered martian land. We weave our way around the craters to the final scree hills to camp. The last 100 feet are a butt kicker. Everyone showed determination and that they were willing to embrace the suck. After taking a well deserved break, we unloaded our packs, made are cache, and enjoyed the scenery of camp one. A couple hours of much easier downhill travel, we were back to the comforts of basecamp. The team did a fantastic job navigating the terrain and the altitude. We are looking strong and getting ready for our move. Now we will enjoy one more rest day before leaving basecamp.
Adios,
RMI Guide Hannah Smith and team
Comments (2)
The terrain looks and sounds very challenging. Keep up the good work everyone!
Posted by: Heather Collins on
Hi Pops! And climbing crew!
We love hearing about your progress. Way to go! Sounds grueling, but rewarding. I’m sure it’s a great feeling at the end of the day. Know we’re with you every step of the way, but from the comfort of our couch lol. We love you Pops!
Love, Noel, Xander, and Nora
Posted by: Noel Imfeld on