Today the team made its way up the Vacas Valley to camp at Pampa de Lenas, located at approximately 9,000 ft. The team followed the Vacas river for about four hours before reaching camp. Nick reports good weather (hot! 80 F) and good company! The team is in for a treat tonight for dinner. The…
The team’s perseverance paid off, and just a few minutes ago they stood on top of Mount Vinson, the highest peak in Antarctica. It sounds like the weather is holding steady, clear with a bit of wind. It was an especially sweet moment for the team because they enjoyed the summit all to themselves. A…
The team is doing really well, and making good time as they make their way to the summit. Jacob reports that it’s a beautiful day, with great visibility, and just a light wind from the north. recording
Jacob called early this morning to report a favorable change in the weather, and the team has made a decision to head out for another summit attempt. We’ll post an update when we next here from the team. Here’s Jacob: recording
The January 5th Aconcagua team enjoyed a nice dinner al fresco last night in the beautiful little town of Mendoza, Argentina. Argentina is known for it’s succulent beef and big red wines, and the restaurants in Mendoza do not dissapoint. Looks like the team building has already begun! Today the team will secure climbing permits,…
Jacob called with another update on the team. Everyone is back at High Camp, safe and sound. With a mind to “safety first”, Jacob turned the team around a couple hours into the summit attempt due to low visibility and deteriorating weather. The plan is to give it another shot, tomorrow. Here’s Jacob: recording
Guide Jacob Schmitz called in this morning to report that the team is preparing to leave High Camp and head to the summit! Best of luck to the team. Here’s Jacob: recording
We would like to extend a hearty welcome to the members of our January 5th Aconcagua expedition! The team members have been arriving in the small, vibrant city of Mendoza, Argentina over the past couple of days. Located in the heart of the Argentine wine country, Mendoza is a fun place to spend some time,…
Jacob Schmitz called in to let us know that the team is taking a weather day at High Camp. They had hoped to push for the top this morning, but the winds were just a bot too high and coming from a direction that would put the wind in their faces for the majority of…
Jacob Schmitz called in from High Camp on Mount Vinson. The team moved up today in calm, beautiful weather. They made very good time and spent the afternoon digging in and fortifying their camp. There is some wind forecasted for the coming days, so they will wake up tomorrow and might make an attempt at…