Con Severis called in with an update: the team put a cache of gear in as close to the base of the route as possible. A low snow year has left the various icefalls in the Northeast Fork of the Kahiltna more devious than normal, so getting through them to gain access to the route…
Con Severis reported a surprisingly easy move up the Northeast Fork of the Kahiltna to their advance camp. They are now established at the best camp near the base of the entry couloir onto the West Rib.
Assistant guide Nick Aiello called from camp 1 to report the team had made a successful carry of gear and food to a safe camp at 9,300′. The northeast fork of the Kahiltna can offer devious crevasse fields and difficult routefinding, but our team moved efficiently up and back again, reporting only a few crevasses…
Lead guide Con Severis reported a 4-hour move from basecamp to camp 1 today. The weather was not quite cooperating but the team persevered in excellent time despite heavy loads, a stiff headwind and blowing snow. If the weather cooperates they will move up the Northeast Fork of the Kahiltna glacier tomorrow to cache food…
The West Rib team made it onto the Kahiltna Glacier today, and plan to spend the night and move to camp 1 tomorrow. All other Mountain Trip groups on the mountain report the Kahiltna Glacier is in excellent condition so far this year, so let’s wish the team a great first day and smooth travels…
Yesterday a team of climbers from around the world met in Anchorage to begin an epic journey. The climbers have spend many months training, collecting the appropriate gear, and dreaming about their upcoming adventure. It was a busy day in Anchorage, starting with a team meeting and equipment check at the Millennium Alaskan Hotel. The…