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Vinson Massif: Hahn & Team Leave Vinson Base Camp for Union Glacier

December 5, 2025

Posted by: Dave Hahn

Categories: Expedition Dispatches Vinson Massif

Elevation: 2,953

Friday, December 5, 2025 - 6:16 pm PT

It was another cloudy, cool day at Vinson Basecamp… right up until about six o’clock in the evening when the clouds melted away. We ate a last mountain dinner and then caught a twin otter to Union Glacier.
Now we’re in the big camp, with scientists, climbers, tourists and adventurers of every stripe. It is a bit like a school reunion, bumping into friends and teammates from around the world and from decades of expeditions.
Tim and I proceeded to the dining tent for a nightcap before heading to our comfy “clam” tent.

Best Regards,
RMI Guide Dave Hahn