Denali Expedition: Walter & Team Weather Day
Posted by: Mike Walter, Nikki Champion, Ben Luedtke
Categories: Expedition Dispatches Alaska Denali
Elevation: 11,200'
Saturday, June 26, 2021 - 3:45 pm PT
When we got in our tents last night it was clear and calm, but the clouds, wind, and snow returned overnight, although with much less vengeance than before. We fired up the stoves early with hopeful anticipation that the cloud deck would drop below us and winds would abate, but that was not the case. We decided to stick around 11k another day, with an improving weather forecast ahead of us.
The hope is that tomorrow is our day to bump camp up to 14k. We're rested, acclimatizing, and our team has already tackled the climb to 14k on our carry day; while it will still be strenuous, the team is well prepared for the move to 14k. And we're looking forward to it.
I'll check in again tomorrow, hopefully from a higher vantage point.
Comments (5)
We miss you. You are always in our thoughts and prayers. Stay safe and healthy.
Your fan club,
The Arnolds
Posted by: Jeannette Arnold on
GO AARON!!!!
Posted by: Emilee on
Go Daryl !! We all rooting for you and safe weather
Posted by: Katie on
Greetings from Atkins Iowa, Brad were cheering you on and sending vibes for love, safety, peace! Go get that mountain Uncle Brad❤❤❤❤ We love you!! Amy and Jes!
Posted by: Jes Johnson on
Beautiful picture! Rob, there are a lot of people cheering you on and praying for you! Missing you! Excited to read the daily updates!
Posted by: Lisa on