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Aconcagua: Justman & Team Wait Out the Winds

December 29, 2013

Posted by: JJ Justman, Leah Fisher

Categories: Expedition Dispatches Aconcagua

Elevation: 19,600'

Update: 5:56 am PT It's a little bit of the high camp blues up here at 19,600 feet on a Sunday afternoon. Will someone please magically tell us what's going on in the nfl?! The winds are still strong but we are having more lulls which is a good sign. Now it's a waiting game. We need the winds to be reasonable to make a safe summit attempt. And if there is one thing Aconcagua is known for...it's wind. We are hoping for the best! Voicemail: 2:59 am PT: Hey Everyone - This is Team 2 up at High Camp on Aconcagua at 19,600’, I am trying not to yell right now, but if you hear that noise, that is the wind. As I speak the tent walls are slapping me in the face. We did not go the summit today, it definitely was way too windy. But the word on the street, is the winds are supposed to die down later this evening and through tomorrow so keep your fingers crossed. Everyone here is doing really well. We are making the best out of a windy day . Keeping some hot drinks going for the gang and making some breakfast. We will be hanging out and making sure these tents don’t go any where. Thanks for following along. Everyone is safe and sound, we will check in later, hopefully with some good news tomorrow. RMI Guide JJ Justman

RMI Guide JJ Justman checks in from 19,600 ft on Aconcagua.

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Dec 30 - Results from the NFL games on Sunday (home team in CAPS)

INDIANAPOLIS 30 Jacksonville 10

NY Jets 20 MIAMI 7

MINNESOTA 14 Detroit 13

TENNESSEE 16 Houston 10

PITTSBURGH 20 Cleveland 7

NY GIANTS 20 Washington 6

CINCINNATI 34 Baltimore 17

Carolina 21 ATLANTA 20

Green Bay 33 CHICAGO 28

NEW ENGLAND 34 Buffalo 20

NEW ORLEANS 42 Tampa Bay 17

Denver 34 OAKLAND 14

San Francisco 23 ARIZONA 20

SAN DIEGO 27 Kansas City 24 (OT)

SEATTLE 27 St. Louis 9
Dec 30 (Infostrada Sports) - Results from the NFL games on Sunday (home team in CAPS)

INDIANAPOLIS 30 Jacksonville 10

NY Jets 20 MIAMI 7

MINNESOTA 14 Detroit 13

TENNESSEE 16 Houston 10

PITTSBURGH 20 Cleveland 7

NY GIANTS 20 Washington 6

CINCINNATI 34 Baltimore 17

Carolina 21 ATLANTA 20

Green Bay 33 CHICAGO 28

NEW ENGLAND 34 Buffalo 20

NEW ORLEANS 42 Tampa Bay 17

Denver 34 OAKLAND 14

San Francisco 23 ARIZONA 20

SAN DIEGO 27 Kansas City 24 (OT)

SEATTLE 27 St. Louis 9

Philadelphia 24 DALLAS 22

Detroit, Oakland, Washington Cleveland and Minnesota have all fired the head coaches! It’s Black Monday for sure! I hope the wind calms down! Happy New Year! Go Sparty!

Posted by: Stacy on 12/30/2013 at 7:54 am

HI KIM!!! Hope you’re not having tent fever! Do you all tell each other ghost stories to pass the time?? Good luck and hope those winds blow themselves out! AT

Posted by: Alison on 12/30/2013 at 7:30 am

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Aconcagua: Garrett Stevens & Team - Greetings from Mendoza!

December 28, 2013

Posted by: Ben Liken

Categories: Expedition Dispatches Aconcagua

Hello from our RMI Aconcagua expedition, here in sunny Mendoza! The team all arrived today, with the last members landing just before 2:00 local time. All the crew, and all the bags, were on time and in place, which is the perfect way to start an expedition. After getting settled here at the beautiful and accommodating Nutibara Hotel, the team sat down for a round of introductions and discussion about our upcoming expedition. We enjoyed the cool air conditioning in the hotel for an hour or so, and then it was off for the final food shop at the local grocery store. The temperatures in town, at 90 degrees or so, certainly have more than one of us eyeing the pool, or thinking about the cooler environment of the high camps on Aconcagua. Soon enough we will be up there, but for now we busied ourselves with gear review, final packing and preparations, and a delicious dinner of beef and Malbec at one of the local restaurants. Turn in was early (by Argentinian standards, anyway) to ready ourselves for tomorrow. We will be up and out early to get the permits we need, do some last minute gear acquisition, and then take the ride out to Penitentes. The crew is in high spirits, and the team is coming together well! We are all excited to get the trip underway, and we will be sure to keep you updated on the progress as we head in to our objective. Keep your fingers crossed for continued good weather, and stay tuned for more! RMI Guides Garrett Stevens, Ben Liken and Nick Brown

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CONGRATULATIONS to all on quite an accomplishment! Can’t wait to hear all about it. Proud of you Stefan!

Posted by: Gail on 1/13/2014 at 9:21 am

Good Job, Stef. wer’e rooting for you. I’m going to have all your fav foods waiting for you when you get home!

Posted by: gail on 1/10/2014 at 4:22 pm

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Aconcagua: Justman & Team Prepare for Summit Bid

December 28, 2013

Posted by: JJ Justman, Leah Fisher

Categories: Expedition Dispatches Aconcagua

Elevation: 19,600'

Hello RMI followers! Team 2 is at high camp on a gorgeous day. We are doing great and preparing for our summit bid tomorrow. Leah and I will be operating the stoves full time melting snow and boiling water. Our plan is to rest, rehydrate and eat some calories in preparation for a big day tomorrow. The wind prediction is staying true. We will have a breeze to keep us cool. Tomorrow will be a busy day for the guides but we will try to communicate as soon as we can. RMI Guide JJ Justman

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So awesome! Can’t wait to hear that you guys have made it to the top! I look forward to the updates every day! Josh- I went to Oxford with my family today, Marlene asked about you and kept asking when you would be here. I have a video of you on my phone and she kept watching it. Since you were in the car she thought you were on your way over. I think she’s ready to see you! I’m so proud of you! I can’t wait to hear all about the climb and see your picture when you summit! Everyone says hello, and they’re proud of you. They’re all so excited for you! Family has been coming in for Marlene’s party they’re all up to date on the blog! Love you!! -Lily

Posted by: Lily on 12/28/2013 at 8:58 pm

Way to go team!!!! You are so close!!!! It’s truly been a pleasure following you along your journey and priceless adventure. I hope that tomorrow’s summit is a hallmark moment, and one you’ll always remember. I can’t wait to hear all about it. Best of luck tomorrow as you make your final ascend.

Josh - words can’t describe how extremely proud and excited I am for you. You amaze me everyday. I can’t wait to see your smiling face atop one of your lifetime goals. You are going to do awesome tomorrow, and remember you have three big angels guiding you along. Everyone here is rooting you on, and waiting in the incredible news that you’ve made it to the top. Heidi and I played fetch today. She was really hoping you’d come take over. No babies yet. Best of luck tomorrow!!!!! Can’t wait to see you.
Love you - Jess

Posted by: Jessica on 12/28/2013 at 7:36 pm

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Aconcagua: Beren and Team Carry to Camp 1

December 27, 2013

Posted by: Jake Beren, Mike King, Steve Gately

Categories: Expedition Dispatches Aconcagua

Elevation: 13,800'

We had a near perfect day to make our carry to Camp 1 (16,200'). Waking early to beat the heat, we bumped a load of food and equipment a few thousand feet higher on the mountain. This will allow us to move to Camp 1 with reasonable weight so that we aren't too spent by the time we get there. The team managed the carry well today and our plan is to patiently rest tomorrow and recover for our upcoming rotation up high. Another day to build our acclimatization so that when we move higher we are prepared for the effort to climb this beautiful mountain. RMI Guide Jake Beren & Team

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Paul

Hearing your voice today warmed my heart. Your girl is very proud of you and she is counting the days until you summit and return home. I love you baby. 143

Sherri

Posted by: Sherri on 12/28/2013 at 2:38 pm

Bill and Team! WOW! I have been enjoying watching this trek from afar. You’ll have the best stories to tell. Onward and upward!

Posted by: Dav'ne on 12/28/2013 at 10:57 am

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Aconcagua: Justman & Team Another Rest Day at Camp 2

December 27, 2013

Posted by: JJ Justman, Leah Fisher

Categories: Expedition Dispatches Aconcagua

Elevation: 18,000'

Here we are...again! Another rest day, this time at Camp 2 at 18000 feet. If all goes well and keep your fingers crossed, this will be our last rest day. On the agenda for today is the usual, eating and drinking, reading books and magazines, and maybe just maybe watching a movie. The team is strong, very strong. Now it's just a mind game dealing with a little boredom. Leah and I will be making pizzas this afternoon as a treat. That usually lifts ones spirits! Stay tuned! The summit is just around the corner!! RMI Guide JJ Justman and Team

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Great job everyone!!! Your ultimate goal is only feet away!!! Wishing you all the best of luck these next few days. Praying that weather holds off for you and that you all have an indescribable trek to the summit!!! Can’t wait to read the post saying you all did it!!!

Josh - words can’t describe how proud I am of you. I’m bet one excited for you to reach the top! Not a moment goes by that you aren’t mentioned or thought about. Keep your spirits high, and know that we are rooting you on from TN. Everyone says hi!!! Oh yea, no babies yet, but could be one any day. Sending you all the strength, determination, inspiration, and will power in the world. You can do this!!!

Lots of love. Jess

Posted by: Jessica on 12/27/2013 at 8:40 pm

JJ and Barbara…..I am following you step by step. Can’t wait to hear all about the adventure. I am so proud of your accomplishments!!! ROCK ON! Deb

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Aconcagua: Beren & Team Relax at Base Camp

December 26, 2013

Posted by: Jake Beren, Mike King, Steve Gately

Categories: Expedition Dispatches Aconcagua

Elevation: 13,800'

Buenos Dias from Plaza Argentina! Today the team is enjoying a well earned rest day after long stretches of travel and three big days of walking. After breakfast we took a leisurely stroll to get the blood flowing and had a soup for lunch. Now mid siesta, we will spend the afternoon packing for our carry to Camp One tomorrow and going through our cursory check with the Base Camp doctors. It's definitely another hot one and we may be in for an early carry tomorrow to try and beat some of the heat. Hope everyone is doing well back home! RMI Guide Jake Beren

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Well since I’m clueless about mountain climbing I assumed you be climbing all the time and now I see walking and hiking are part of the adventure…and heat! Cool…well I mean hot. Have fun be safe; we’re all looking forward to hearing about this adventure, Bill. Breakfast Club via Dav’ne

Posted by: Dav'ne Stahley on 12/27/2013 at 9:20 am

Great to hear your voice. I keep reading of 100-degree weather in Buenes Aires—surely, it can’t be that hot up above!?! Power on, team.

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Aconcagua: Justman & Team Rest at Camp 2

December 26, 2013

Posted by: JJ Justman, Leah Fisher

Categories: Expedition Dispatches Aconcagua

Elevation: 18,000'

Safety is priority number one. Rumors of high winds coming in early next week has our team paying close attention to the forecast. The higher the winds, the colder it gets. Lucky for us we have all the necessary gear. Sure our packs are big but we are warm. For now, the team is lounging around Camp 2 at 18,000 feet on Aconcagua. We went up to 19000 + feet to acclimatize and everyone is doing really, really well. We need to rest and recuperate here tomorrow. We will be watching the winds and then we will make a game plan. Keep the fingers crossed and the positive vibes coming!!! Everyone here says hello to friends and family. RMI Guide JJ Justman

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Congrats Team 2 on trekking to camp 2!!! I’ve try enjoyed following along your journey and hearing of your progress each day.

Josh - you make me so proud. Not a minute goes by that you aren’t on my mind, talked about, or asked about. You are an unbelievably special person. Keep up the good work. We are behind you 100% of the way and can’t wait to hear you’ve accomplished your next goal. Enjoy your day of rest.

Sending much love….Jess

Posted by: Jessica on 12/26/2013 at 11:15 pm

Wow!! Kim - this is incredible, you are such a rockstar!!

Thinking of you….xoxo Steph, Adam and Lyle

Posted by: Stephanie on 12/26/2013 at 9:01 pm

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Aconcagua: Beren & Team Arrive Plaza de Argentina

December 25, 2013

Posted by: Jake Beren, Mike King, Steve Gately

Categories: Expedition Dispatches Aconcagua

Christmas came early today, but instead of reindeer we mounted mules and forded the mighty Vacas river at dawn. Then we made our way up the Relinchos valley, gaining the most elevation of the trip so far. The team did great moving up this Tatooine like landscape underneath ten thousand feet of mighty Aconcagua visual splendor. It was a beautiful walk and and excellent way to spend the holiday. Knowing we've got a rest day coming up doesn't hurt either! Pulling into Basecamp we were greeted by the familiar faces of friends from Christmas' past, Ana and Griselda our hostesses with the mostesses who made an excellent dinner to celebrate our arrival. After a spectacular sunset the team has turned in for a well earned night of rest. Merry Christmas and Happy Festivas from all of us here in the Andes! RMI Guides Jake Beren, Mike King & Steve Gately

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Wow! Looks like a great adventure! Happy New Year Bill Dorn!

Posted by: Marshall Woodford on 12/29/2013 at 9:57 pm

for Bill Dorn: Had a wonderful Christmas with Mom in Lakeland - so glad we can ‘join’ you on this adventure! Love, Carol, Bill, Rita, Boone & Maggie

Posted by: Carol Barnes on 12/26/2013 at 10:07 am

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Aconcagua: Justman & Team Rest Day at Camp 1

December 25, 2013

Posted by: JJ Justman

Categories: Expedition Dispatches Aconcagua

Elevation: 16,200'

Happy Holidays, Merry Christmas from Aconcagua Camp 1 at 16,200 feet! Team 2 is taking a rest day after a strong climb up to Camp 2 yesterday. We are in a festive spirit as we enjoy our own version of egg nog...it's water but if you close you eyes hard enough you can taste the resemblance! Everyone is doing really, really well and we are looking forward to moving up to 18,000 feet! RMI Guide JJ Justman

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Just enjoying watching the team and specifically Matt Hill climb the mountain. Always checking for updates. Hey Matt, Thinking of you buddy. Hope your taking lots of pics and see you soon.

Posted by: Robert Holmes on 12/26/2013 at 7:27 am

Josh - hope you had a wonderful Christmas! Santa didn’t visit our house… He said he was waiting for your return. No babies yet, but should be one soon. Best of luck tomorrow as you climb to Camp 2. We are loving the pictures and blog each day. We are so very proud of you. Can’t wait to see you at the top. Sending lots of love, strength, determination, warmth, energy, and warm hugs your way.

We miss you!!! Love -Jess

Posted by: Jessica on 12/25/2013 at 9:51 pm

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Aconcagua: Mallory & Team Wrap Up Their Expedition

December 25, 2013

Posted by: Linden Mallory

Categories: Expedition Dispatches Aconcagua

Feliz Navidad from Mendoza! Yesterday was a whirlwind day for our team. We woke up at high camp after a much needed night's sleep. Still tired from our push the day before, it was an effort to haul ourselves out of the sleeping bags and begin packing up - despite the call of the little luxuries found at lower altitudes. A round of coffee helped motivate us (Via tastes amazing at 19,000'+!!) and we soon had our pack loaded up and began walking downhill. Descending all the way to Base Camp put into perspective the distances and elevations we covered over the past week. It was a long walk down the sides of Aconcagua and we were more than relieved to finally hit flat ground when we stepped into Base Camp. We dropped our packs and sought out shade underneath the tents, along with some deliciously cold instant orange juice! We were fortunate to spend only a few hours at Base Camp before catching a ride in helicopter out to the trailhead. Within a few minutes we were bound for Mendoza as the sun was setting over the Andes. We reached Mendoza well after dark but town was buzzing with Christmas Eve festivities. The courtyard of a church just down from our street was filled with practitioners sharing a meal beneath strings of lights and decorations, families strolling through the main square, and palm trees wrapped in Christmas lights. After well-earned showers, we collapsed into our beds and promptly fell asleep, relishing the feel of sheets and pillows! This morning we took full advantage of the breakfast buffet before Tom and Thomas left for the airport. It was a wonderful Christmas morning and we enjoyed all of the little things like cotton t-shirts, fresh fruit, and warm sunshine. It's always a strange experience to step off of a mountain as big as Aconcagua back into the hustle of life in town, but a pleasant one. The expedition over the past few weeks was a true adventure and we're looking forward to heading home to share more stories. RMI Guide Linden Mallory

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Aconcagua: Beren and Team Carry to Camp 1

Aconcagua: Justman & Team Another Rest Day at Camp 2

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