Denali Expedition: Champion & Team Depart Talkeetna, Land at Kahiltna Glacier
Posted by: Nikki Champion, Leif Bergstrom, Lauren Macklin
Categories: Expedition Dispatches Denali
Elevation: 7,800'
Wednesday, May 17, 2023 - 11:46 pm PT
We woke up to an early call from K2 that said chances looked good to fly, so after a quick cup of coffee we rushed over to the hangar. After a few hours of hurry up and waiting, we were able to get out on a flight and land on the Kahiltna glacier in beautiful conditions. We unloaded all the group gear, organized everything for moving, and made our way to our first camp for the night. After six long hours, we finally pulled into the base of Ski Hill. Set up camp, and made a quick dinner of Mac and cheese under the clear skies. We are set up to carry tomorrow, but might sleep in a little bit first.
Check in tomorrow,
Comments (6)
Get it done Dawny!!! Watching you!!!
Posted by: Tiff on
You got this Dawn! We are all thinking about you down here and cheering you on!!
Posted by: Kendyl and James on
Hey Kevin!
I’m sending best wishes for Strength and Stamina and Perfect weather for this incredible experience!!
Farmer Dave
Posted by: Dave Kestel on
Hey Eric, good to hear that you and your group are on the mountain now! I was in the same place 37 years ago this month and you just got to be patient with the early season weather. Good luck and safe climbing to you and your group! Joe
Posted by: Joe Ewing on
Thanks so much for these updates! Matt, we are cheering you on from Peaks! -Callahaney crew
Posted by: Dana on
Eric, we are cheering you on from Colorado. Let’s GOOOOOO!
Posted by: Michelle Jones and Family on