Denali Expedition: King & Team have a Rest/Weather Day at 11K
Posted by: Mike King, Alex Halliday, Abby Westling
Categories: Expedition Dispatches Alaska Denali
Elevation: 11,200'
Tuesday, June 1, 2021 - 3:10 pm PT
The forecast ended up being accurate for a change. We got light snow and wind beginning around midnight that has intensified over the morning. Between the wind, snow and lack of visibility we are staying at 11,200’ today in hopes of making a carry to 13,500’ when the weather allows. Until then we are enjoying the heavier meals and lot of good stories in the kitchen tent. While not the most exciting part of the trip, days like this let the legs rest and the heart/lungs acclimate which will only help us up higher on Denali.
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Comments (9)
I hope you are acclimating well; taking deep breath’s and enjoying such amazing views. Praying for good weather and a safe climb. Cheeseburgers will be waiting for you!
Posted by: claudette Crockett on
Stay warm Rob and team!
Posted by: Connie on
Hey Tom! Rest up, fill your belly, sing a little John Denver , Smile and Climb Strong!!!
Farmer Dave
Posted by: Dave Kestel on
Hi Dad (Rob)!
Thinking about you and the rest of the crew, very proud of everyone and I hope you all have good climbing weather going forward! Miss you & stay safe!
Love, Mia
Posted by: Mia on
Rob,
Thinking of you and the team. The pictures are amazing, keep em coming! Hope the weather holds and good climbing days ahead!
Stay safe
Xo Adrian
Posted by: Adrian on
Hello Michael and Team,
Well you have made it higher than twice the heights of two Mount Washingtons in New Hampshire, keep going. Today’s photo looks so peaceful and breathe taking. It’s hard to image the larger view you are enjoying. You and your team are in our thoughts.
Mom and Dad Fortier
Posted by: Robert Fortier on
Roberto! Sending prayers for better weather and a safe climb! Super excited for you, bro.
Tbo
Posted by: Thomas Stephens on
Picket sends his love to Abby along with her Mom and Dad! Have a great day tomorrow everyone!
Posted by: Mark Westling on
Hello Rob and friends,
Good luck tomorrow on your journey. Sending good vibes and good weather!
Margaret and Sean
Posted by: Margaret and Sean Gunn on