Denali Expedition: Walter and Team Experience a True Denali Storm
Posted by: Mike Walter, Avery Parrinello, Luke Wilhelm
Categories: Expedition Dispatches Alaska Denali
Elevation: 14,000'
Thursday, May 27, 2021 - 2:13pm PT
Yesterday we did some training on rope travel techniques for up above 14k. The weather was clear and cold, with a chilly breeze.
Last night a true Denali storm came in with snow and wind, and we’ve been spending the morning digging out our tents, trying to stay warm, and hunkering down.
The storm is forecast to continue through Saturday, with 60 mph winds here at camp; needless to say, we’re not going up anytime soon. We’re also anticipating high avalanche hazard on the slopes above camp and the autobahn due to the new snow load and the wind transported slabs.
We’ll keep you posted on how this shakes out. For now, we are focusing our energy on defending our camp and staying safe.
RMI Guide Mike Walter & Team
Comments (12)
Great job so far Nate! Good luck tackling the rest of the climb! Hope you’re having a great time.
Posted by: Steve Glassman on
Hi Tom (Sweetness) Enjoy your down time and be safe honey!! Can’t wait to see you and hear all about your adventures ❤️❤️ Auntie Kel Kel
Posted by: Kelly Pozniak on
Alex Woolley: Happy Birthday today! You are certainly celebrating in an exotic location. Hope the weather allows for a summit soon! Love Dad
Posted by: Chris Woolley on
Dear Alex , sending you Birthday wishes and lots of love . Hope your climbing adventure goes well .
❤️ Grandma
Posted by: Pat Woolley on
Stay safe everyone! We miss you John Jezak!!!
Posted by: Danielle Taylor on
Wow. Amazing picture. Lots of tent time. Hoping you are not going stir crazy and eating all your cheese and snacks. Like others are saying, be safe, stay warm, and be patient. Bieber pitched 7 no hit innings (14Ks). Lakers 2-1(Suns), Bucks 3-0(Heat), Nets 2-0 (Celts), Den 2-1(Port)...MLB leaders/by division: TB, CWS,Oak, NYM (Lindor-.185) ,STL,SD; Mickelson won the PGA at 50. Champions final tomorrow-Man City vs Chelsea. Be safe
Posted by: Bruce on
Nate Glassman, you are a stud for climbing Denali anytime but especially this early in the season! Bet you are tired of being tent-bound. Be safe and have fun!
Posted by: Ritchie Berger on
Happy birthday Alex! Have a fantastic high altitude bday! Good luck with the climb.
Posted by: Mimi Woolley on
I’d love to see the weather charts over Denali to Balttic. Stay safe, stay put, and stay warm. Time to play, read, and cook. Enjoy! Happy birthday Alex!
Posted by: Susan K. Moore on
Ben, you and your whole team are in our thoughts and prayers. Stay warm, dry, safe and confident. God bless! Pat and Althea
Posted by: Althea Daley on
Happy birthday alex!!! I am so proud of you for going on this huge climb and making your dreams come true. I hope you have the best birthday, doing what you love! And i hope you come back with all your toes! <3
Shay
Posted by: Shaina Woolley on
Happy Birthday to Alex Woolley on May 28th! Have the best day doing what you love! We are thinking of you and hoping the weather clears so you can continue up the mountain. Stay safe and warm! A birthday barbecue is waiting for you when you get back complete with s’mores and birthday cake!
Posted by: Jackie Woolley on