May 18, 2014
Lead guide Rob "Durny" Durnell called in after today's back carry to retrieve the cache the team left at about 10,000' a couple of days ago. All is well and the team did great, despite a chilly, brisk morning. It sounded like the weather broke a bit, and left the
May 18, 2014
Jason Ahlan called in from Base Camp today, but unfortunately the satellite connection was lost, part way through his call, so you might have to use your imagination! The team spent the day reviewing skills and practicing glacier travel, in preparation for moving onto the broad Kahiltna Glacier early tomorrow
May 18, 2014
Our guide Gary Falk called in a report from the stunning basin at 11,200' at the base of the West Buttress proper. His team moved up to their Camp 2 in windy conditions, but it was fairly warm, so they were able to press on. This camp is really beautiful,
May 17, 2014
The crew awoke early this morning and were picked up by the guide team, along with their chauffeur for the day, Todd Rutledge. We drove north to the interesting town of Wasilla, Alaska for coffee and sandwiches, before continuing north to Talkeetna. Caroline was slightly disappointed as we drove north,
May 17, 2014
Rob Mortell called in the team's first update from the mountain! They are planning on spending tomorrow at Base Camp, reviewing skills and preparing for their move up the glacier. recording
May 17, 2014
Joshua Clark just called in a very descriptive and interesting post from the 14,200' camp! The team spent the day resting from their tough move up to camp and all the effort they spent fortifying their camp last night. I'll say no more. Enjoy! recording
May 17, 2014
Everyone arrived and the team got together for a team meeting at the Millennium Alaska Hotel. As people flew into Alaska from so many parts of the world, it is impressive that everyone's bags arrived! Below are some photos from the day:
May 17, 2014
Denali. "The Great One." Mount McKinley. By any name, the behemoth that dominates south central Alaska is something to behold in awe and to treat with the utmost respect. For climbers, the mountain presents what many might consider the challenge of a lifetime, as they pit themselves against brutal winds,
May 16, 2014
Wow... This is the third post in a row that I am pretty much totally confused about! I am fairly certain that our Norwegian friend Hilde is calling in to her friends and family, but my Norske is extremely rusty... If anyone can help translate, "tusen takk!" recording
May 15, 2014
Cyrille called in a nice post in French from the large basin camp at 14,200 feet. The team moved up today and had some excitement, when one of the members, Ryan, found himself suddenly chest-deep in a crevasse at about 13,700 feet! The glacier was quite wind-swept and the trail
