Entries from Mt. McKinley
Posted by: Tyler Jones, Blake Votilla, Caleb Ladue
Categories: Expedition Dispatches Mt. McKinley
Elevation: 11,200'
On The Map
Posted by: Brent Okita, Christina Dale, Chris Ebeling
Categories: Expedition Dispatches Mt. McKinley
Elevation: 14,200'
On The Map
Be safe Michael! Amazing climb! We are thinking about you!
Love, Lesleigh, Lyndon, William, Lucy and Grace
Posted by: Lesleigh box on 5/31/2016 at 5:26 am
I swear to God, Paul, that I begin hyperventilating with every update! So incredibly excited for you! What an amazing journey! Be safe! We leave on the 11th for our Mt. Whitney climb.
Posted by: Virginia on 5/30/2016 at 8:07 pm
Posted by: Pete Van Deventer, Robby Young, Jess Matthews
Categories: Expedition Dispatches Mt. McKinley
Elevation: 14,200'
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On The Map
You can do it! I’m sending you all beautiful warm weather from where I am right now, Croatia!
Posted by: Jamie on 5/30/2016 at 1:41 pm
So glad to hear that you are perfecting your skills for the last push. It terrifies me to think of what you might do tomorrow in order to reach your goal - crevasse, avalanche, rescue - these are scary words. Be safe and know that you’ve accomplished a great deal already.
Posted by: leanne on 5/30/2016 at 10:48 am
Posted by: Tyler Jones, Blake Votilla, Caleb Ladue
Categories: Expedition Dispatches Mt. McKinley
Elevation: 11,000'
Inquiring minds want to know - Did you make it to the top?
Posted by: Dad on 5/31/2016 at 7:15 am
Hi team!
These pictures look amazing- it’s a winter wonderland on the mountain there is so much snow! Tyler’s description of the sunrise sounds beautiful. What an early start for the day—3am—like army style! I hope youre staying warm and taking care of your backs and shoulders from the carry days!
I wanted to give a quick hello to Ongun- I miss you!! I’ve been reading the newspapers in the morning that are coming for you—lets see if in 3 weeks I become converted to reading the newspaper in its paper form :) sending the warmer temps from NYC your way and all my hugs.
Have fun team, stay strong and keep sending those gorgeous photos and updates.
Xoxo
Karina
Posted by: Karina on 5/29/2016 at 8:45 pm
Posted by: Brent Okita, Christina Dale, Chris Ebeling
Categories: Expedition Dispatches Mt. McKinley
Elevation: 14,200'
On The Map
Hey Mike!
We are pulling for you. Be strong and climb safe!
Posted by: Scott and Nicole Clark on 5/30/2016 at 1:26 am
Hi to everyone! Greetings from Norco, CA where we are in t-shirts We check your blog everyday and enjoy everything you report. Glad to see everyone is doing so well. Looking forward to your next report. Cheers
Posted by: Lori Golding on 5/29/2016 at 5:15 pm
Posted by: Pete Van Deventer, Robby Young, Jess Matthews
Categories: Expedition Dispatches Mt. McKinley
Elevation: 14,200'
On The Map
You’ve been so patient and it has to be so frustrating to see the prize just a short distance away! If it’s in the cards, you’ll summit. If not, better safe than sorry.
Justin, I filled Father Daniel in. He’s praying for your safety and your success.
Love,
Mom:)
Posted by: leanne on 5/29/2016 at 10:15 pm
You guys are SOOO close ... stretch out that food as long as you can! Justin, I’m all set for my travel arrangements, so take your time on the mountain (but stay safe and warm). I’ll be waiting for you in Anchorage when you get there!!!!
Posted by: Patrice La Vigne on 5/29/2016 at 3:19 pm
Posted by: Brent Okita, Christina Dale, Chris Ebeling
Categories: Expedition Dispatches Mt. McKinley
Elevation: 11,200'
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On The Map
Hello Brent , Christine & Dawn! What an Awesome Experience you are having! Love these emails! Sending calm wind thoughts! Climb On and Climb Strong!!!!
Posted by: Dave on 5/29/2016 at 3:26 am
We are enjoying our Memorial Day weekend here in Florida where it is 87 degrees and sunny. Sending warm hugs and sunny wishes for your Denali adventure. Keep tough and never act your age! Love you.
Posted by: Carol Probstfeld on 5/28/2016 at 12:10 pm
Posted by: Pete Van Deventer, Robby Young, Jess Matthews
Categories: Expedition Dispatches Mt. McKinley
Elevation: 14,200'
Ditto what Leanne said ... we are all anxiously awaiting what’s next for you all and the news can’t come soon enough. Nine days at Camp 3. Is that a record? I know you are doing your best to keep your spirits up together and give it all you’ve got. Justin, can I promise you a foot rub for all your efforts? Hopefully that gives you just a little more stamina ...
Posted by: Patrice La Vigne on 5/28/2016 at 2:24 pm
Oh, the simple pleasures of life - sunshine, dry clothes, deep sleep. I hope all these things stay with you until you reach your goal and return home safely. Your friends in the lower half have been praying nonstop for your safety and health.
These blog posts are like letters from heaven. Thanks for keeping us informed. It’s our lifeline.
Posted by: leanne on 5/28/2016 at 10:37 am
Posted by: Tyler Jones, Caleb Ladue, Blake Votilla
Categories: Expedition Dispatches Mt. McKinley
Elevation: 7,800'
Let’s Breck !
Posted by: Dad on 5/29/2016 at 11:10 am
Hi Tyler -
Good luck with this years team! I still have great memories of our 2011 and 2012 expeditions.
-Larry Seaton
Posted by: Larry Seaton on 5/29/2016 at 10:45 am
Posted by: Pete Van Deventer, Robby Young, Jess Matthews
Categories: Expedition Dispatches Mt. McKinley
Elevation: 14,200'
On The Map
Hello Hitesh, best wishes from everybody at Home. hopefully, weather clears up tomorrow! take care.
Posted by: Paresh on 5/27/2016 at 9:16 pm
Hitesh. All is taken care of. Wishing you good weather!!!
Posted by: Rod Dubois on 5/27/2016 at 3:59 pm
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wow so much snow! Ongun I’m sending you my warmest hug!! I hope you can rest well and take care of yourself to reboot for more trekking. Miss you so much and hope you are having an amazing adventure!
xoxo
Karina
Posted by: karina on 5/31/2016 at 10:06 am
Hi Schlax,
I’m bragging to everyone I meet about your expedition. Be #fearless, #strong, and #raw because people are following along. No pressure.
As you know, you’re missing many important newsfeeds. Here’s a quick summary:
Your last post has over 40 likes (not bad) and some witty comments. Beach volleyball season started, and at least 20 people’s Memorial Day weekend involved boats (that sounds low?). Curry v Cavs has inspired poetry. Training and attendance continues for marathons, triathlons, weddings. Surprisingly low on selfies & baby pics.
Finally, you’ve missed 753 Inspirational Quotes. Some good ones:
“No matter where you are in your journey, you’re exactly where you need to be.” - Oprah
“Believe you can and you’re halfway there.” - T. Roosevelt
#LTD
Mary
Posted by: Mary on 5/31/2016 at 9:49 am
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