Denali Expedition: King & Team Rest Day at 14,200’
Posted by: Mike King, Alex Halliday, Abby Westling
Categories: Expedition Dispatches Alaska Denali
Elevation: 14,200'
Saturday, June 5, 2021 - 8:22 pm PT
We had another calm and cold night here at 14,200’. The need for a rest day allowed the team to get some skills refreshed on fixed line travel and running belays. Both of which will let us go up on the West Buttress tomorrow to cache some food and fuel for our summit attempt. The Team went out to the Edge of the World viewpoint for some pictures and views of the N.E. Fork of the Kahiltna Glacier. Warm tents and lots of sun have the team enjoying some time out of their boots and hopefully getting a nap in. We will see what the weather holds over the next few days. We might get 3-4 weather days starting Monday which would allow for some more acclimatizing before heading to high camp at 17,200’. So far everyone is healthy and happy to be in such a beautiful part of the Alaska Range.
Comments (6)
Hey Tom and Mike!! Sending Sunny warm thoughts and Strong legs and lungs!! I am with you in spirit Buddy!!!
Farmer Dave
Posted by: Dave Kestel on
Keep going Michael, so proud of you! What a beautiful experience!
Posted by: Michelle on
Holy cow, what incredible views that are well deserved!!! Hope the team enjoys rest days and practicing rope skills until the weather gods allow for clear conditions! Cheering each of you on! Love you and always so proud of you, Abby!
-Rae
Posted by: Rae on
The Edge of the World is an appropriate name for the view, I hope everyone on the team has a chance to take a photo like this for their memory book. Thanks for the daily updates. Be safe Michael and enjoy your time on the “Edge of the World.”
Mom and Dad Fortier
Posted by: Robert Fortier on
Hi Rob! Been following your progress. It must be breathtaking; in more ways than one. Truly the adventure of a lifetime. Stay safe!
Love,
AuntK and Clay
Posted by: Kathy Parker on
Wow, what a view! Sounds like cold is your constant companion and that clear is your best wing man. Good luck to Rob and team.
Tita and Artie
Posted by: Martha Sabom on