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Posted by: Hannah Smith, Ben Luedtke, Daniel May
Categories: Expedition Dispatches Aconcagua
Elevation: 16,200'
Good evening loyal readers,
Today was our rest day. These days can be tough mentally as the day creeps by slowly. A lot of reading, listening to podcasts, and music, watching TV shows, and simply looking at our surroundings to pass the time. The winds stayed calm for most of the day making for a toasty sit in the tents. Tomorrow the winds are supposed to ramp up which could make our move to Camp 2 a little sporty. Everyone is excited for the move because it gets us 1600' closer to the top. We are all tucked into our sleeping Bags ready for some sleep so we can walk uphill.
Buenos noches,
RMI Guides Hannah, Ben, Dan, and Team
Posted by: Mike King, Alex Halliday, Abby Westling
Categories: Expedition Dispatches Alaska Mt. McKinley
Elevation: 14,200'
Saturday, June 5, 2021 - 8:22 pm PT
We had another calm and cold night here at 14,200’. The need for a rest day allowed the team to get some skills refreshed on fixed line travel and running belays. Both of which will let us go up on the West Buttress tomorrow to cache some food and fuel for our summit attempt. The Team went out to the Edge of the World viewpoint for some pictures and views of the N.E. Fork of the Kahiltna Glacier. Warm tents and lots of sun have the team enjoying some time out of their boots and hopefully getting a nap in. We will see what the weather holds over the next few days. We might get 3-4 weather days starting Monday which would allow for some more acclimatizing before heading to high camp at 17,200’. So far everyone is healthy and happy to be in such a beautiful part of the Alaska Range.
Hey Tom and Mike!! Sending Sunny warm thoughts and Strong legs and lungs!! I am with you in spirit Buddy!!!
Farmer Dave
Posted by: Dave Kestel on 6/7/2021 at 2:29 am
Keep going Michael, so proud of you! What a beautiful experience!
Posted by: Michelle on 6/6/2021 at 4:28 pm
Posted by: Jake Beren, Leon Davis
Categories: Expedition Dispatches Mt. McKinley
Amazing, we can now follow you in your journey without the effort. Enjoy!!
Nadine and Jules
Posted by: Nadine on 6/9/2014 at 5:06 pm
Dawn,
Wish you the best! Have a Great experience in the nature. Love you, mom.
Posted by: hye kim on 6/8/2014 at 2:20 pm
On The Map
Congrats to the team after such a heavy effort and I hope you get time enough to rest! Supporting you all the way to the summit!
Love to Fatima,
Peter
Posted by: Peter Williamson on 12/14/2013 at 7:24 pm
WOW! Very impessive!! Great job!!! Fred K
Posted by: Fred Klingbeil on 12/14/2013 at 6:22 am
Posted by: Seth Waterfall, Solveig Waterfall
Categories: Expedition Dispatches Mexico
Wish the best of luck tomorrow, say hi to Brandon for us..
Posted by: Gustavo Siva on 2/15/2013 at 3:54 pm
Finish strong on this next climb and we’ll see you back home!!
Posted by: Julie Grooms on 2/15/2013 at 9:56 am
Posted by: Seth Waterfall
Categories: Expedition Dispatches Kilimanjaro
Way to go Eddie! You made it through the gear check. You’re on your way now! Let’s see how many names you can remeber of your team mates. We’ll spot you Tom and Bob.
POOKA POWER!
Posted by: Jim Citrano on 8/2/2012 at 3:04 pm
Hope everyone enjoys their climb! Have fun Chris, and all be safe.
Posted by: Elizabeth & Doug on 8/2/2012 at 4:33 am
On The Map
DZ and Team hope weather holds and you have an excellent summit, be safe. Remember Raindeer Sausage the Road House and Summit Burgers/Beers at the West Rib when back down in Talkeetna.
John V.
Posted by: John on 6/30/2012 at 12:49 pm
Glad to read the weather is co-operating for a summit
attempt. I’ve been keeping everyone updated here at MMC. Dr.P sends his best wishes to #1. Be safe.
Posted by: Nancy on 6/30/2012 at 10:35 am
On The Map
Way to stick it out up there! Ive been off the mountain for almost a week now and was surprised to hear you guys were still up there! For all that you guys have endured staying at 17 that long I really hope you get a chance today or tomorrow, you deserve it!!!
Posted by: Evan on 6/12/2012 at 3:04 pm
Even when here in San Diego is COLD (68) I am a good sport and wish all of you the best Summit ever, Good Luck ~!!
P.S. Hey AA, I hope you have the car key over there !!!
Posted by: Paco Santoyo on 6/11/2012 at 6:59 pm
On The Map
Congratulations on yet another successful summit!!! We have enjoyed following the blog and thinking of all of you!!! Best wishes! Love, Amy and Harry
Posted by: Amy Eubanks on 12/18/2013 at 6:10 pm
Larry and team
Very neat!
Congratulations ... and thank you for reminding us that setting, pursuing and achieving loft goals is possible and very worthwhile!
Fred K
Posted by: Fred Klingbeil on 12/18/2013 at 10:04 am
Hey Hannah! Strength & Stamina & Great weather wishes to you and your team!
Farmer Dave
Posted by: Dave Kestel on 1/19/2023 at 3:40 am
Buenas Suerte! Keep the news coming! Everyone acclimating well? Sounds like it. I recently (September ‘22) visited a brother in Taos, NM and did a trail half marathon starting and ending at the Ski Valley(9300 feet -11,400) . I sure would love the opportunity to try an adventure like Aconcagua! Cheers.
Posted by: Terry Reilly on 1/18/2023 at 4:54 pm
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