Guide Sebastian Grau called to check in on behalf of the May 14 West Buttress Expedition.

They had some storm delays before the flight into the range, and since they’re travelling by small planes, played it safe rather than sorry. A second, later flight brought them safely to the glacier.

The team arrived a little later than usual to camp, but was in high spirits nonetheless. Tomorrow they’ll begin their ascent to Camp 2.

He said that the team will do their best to check in daily to keep friends and family back home in the loop. Here’s Seba: