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Posted by: Billy Haas, Mike Walter, Solveig Waterfall
Categories: Expedition Dispatches Mt. McKinley
Elevation: 11,200'
On The Map
Posted by: Josh Maggard, Pete Van Deventer, Robby Young
Categories: Expedition Dispatches Mt. McKinley
Elevation: 11,200'
On The Map
Posted by: Pete Van Deventer, Jackson Breen
Categories: Expedition Dispatches Mt. McKinley
Elevation: 17,000'
Saturday, May 25, 2024 - 5:35 pm PT
This morning wasn't quite what we had ordered up. The wind was moving quite a bit of snow at Denali Pass, and it was immediately clear it wasn't the day for us. New forecasts also showed the wind rising this afternoon, but letting off tonight and tomorrow, so tomorrow sounded like the better day anyways. Big shout-out to RMI Guides Andy Bond and Henry Coppolillo for the constant weather updates now that we are in go mode. Camp was calm and pleasant, with snow falling lightly in the afternoon, but warm overall. In a showcase of camaraderie and teamwork, guides from several different teams, including ours, took the opportunity to get into the Autobahn and ensure the pickets and walking are ready for us tomorrow. On to tomorrow!
RMI Guide Pete Van Deventer
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Posted by: Jasyn Voshell on 5/26/2024 at 4:17 am
Get it Scott Lico! You got this!!!!! Good job everyone.
Posted by: Priscilla Littmann on 5/25/2024 at 10:07 pm
Wednesday, August 2, 2023
Leaving Camp at 8:15 the going gets steep right off the bat. But, as we say on Kili, pole, pole - slowly,slowly. It's a refrain we hear all the time, and is one of the secrets to summitting this 19,340' mountain. We are thankful we started out dressed lightly as this trail makes you work for every step. Luckily, the clouds overhead keep the temp pleasantly cool. The clouds also offer some protection from the high altitude sun. Approaching 12,000' we note that the giant heathers are getting smaller. The wildflowers are getting more common, with the beautiful and hearty Everlasting flowers. It's beautiful! Fun rock steps provide interesting hand and footwork. Then, magically, Shira Camp appears. Once settled lunch is announced. We're treated to potato, leek soup, French fries and sautéed herb chicken. Amazing!
Time for a siesta.
Fantastic! Lunch sounds tasty. Really enjoying these updates. Wishing you all a great next day!
Posted by: Akila Subramanian on 8/2/2023 at 6:09 pm
Posted by: Mike Walter, Taylor Bickford, Nikki Champion
Categories: Expedition Dispatches Mt. McKinley
Elevation: 11,200'
On The Map
Way to go Casey and team. So proud of all of you.
Posted by: Brian and janet on 6/20/2019 at 6:17 pm
Wow Casey… we find it very interesting how you move your sleep equipment and your cache supplies on different days and move from site to site,
Posted by: Cheri Kenney on 6/20/2019 at 2:20 pm
Posted by: Christina Dale
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Larry Norton, I knew you would reach the summit, even when you doubted yourself the most. You have trained hard and had admiring conviction . Bravo!! I love you!!
Posted by: Sandra Braden on 7/24/2018 at 5:20 pm
What an amazing experience! You worked incredibly hard and made it happen - major respect for you!! Can’t wait to hear all the details. Yahoo… :o)
Posted by: Monica Fellows on 7/20/2018 at 5:27 pm
Posted by: Robby Young, Alan Davis
Categories: Expedition Dispatches Peru Seminar
Elevation: 18,143'
Posted by: Mike King, Ben Ammon, JT Schmitt
Categories: Expedition Dispatches Mt. McKinley
Elevation: 20,310'
On The Map
Great work from the whole team.
Special shout out to Ben Ammon.
Posted by: Kevin Pilloud on 6/25/2018 at 7:45 am
Awesome work to the whole team!! We have done our best to follow the hike and send good vibes to Alex and the team. Make it back safe so we can hear about the adventure ~ Matt & Malin
Posted by: Matthew A Lewis on 6/24/2018 at 6:53 pm
Chris and team,
Glad to hear your reinforcing that snow wall…Dad and I can only imagine how tough the weather conditions your enduring. We will continue to think good thoughts and prayers…hope the winds calm some so you can start the next phase of your journey.
We enjoy these updates so much…thank you.
Mom and Dad
Posted by: Dave & Melissa on 5/17/2015 at 8:56 am
Got the blog info from LaNette this morning. Will follow your progress. God bless.
Posted by: Richard Wang on 5/17/2015 at 8:26 am
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