The team called from the top of Antarctica! They had a long, difficult summit day, but as the approached the top, they were treated to an absolutely clear view in all directions, as they had climbed above the clouds. Joe called in and told me that it had been cold when they departed high camp,…
DetailsThe team moved up to high camp yesterday, ascending over 3000 ft and the steepest terrain of the climb. It was a big day of climbing, but they did well and enjoyed a well earned rest day today. The weather has been good, everyone is rested, and they hope to get a chance to summit…
DetailsWith significant winds up high and an improving weather forecast, the team elected to stay put at Low Camp today. The winds were blowing at higher elevation but the team enjoyed a nice, calm day at Low Camp so they took advantage of the good weather and went for a leg-stretching hike. Joe reports that…
DetailsJoe Butler called in a nice New Year’s post from low camp on Mount Vinson. They took a rest day today, after making the move up the Branscomb Glacier to their current camp, at about 10,000′. Today was spent resting, acclimatizing and reviewing skills that they will use when they ascend the steepest part of…
DetailsGuide Joe Butler called in to report that the team arrived at Low Camp today. Unfortunately the satellite phone reception was spotty, so we don’t have any details of the team’s day, other than they moved well and everyone is doing great. Before we were cut off, Joe did mention that tomorrow will be a…
DetailsJacob called to report that he, Ed and Kaz are in Plaza de Mulas. Jacob and Ed had perfect timing: they arrive right at lunch time, and they were served pizzas hot out of the oven! Sounds like the team is a bit tired from the long descent from High Camp, so I don’t know…
DetailsJacob just called to report that he and Ed were back in High Camp, safe and sound. He was in the process of melting drinking water and preparing dinner when he called. The plan is to hydrate, fortify, and sleep! Tomorrow Jacob and Ed will pack up and make the long descent to Plaza de…
DetailsGuide Jacob Schmitz just called from the summit. He and Ed braved through consistent high winds to reach the summit of Aconcagua, 22,840 ft. It sounds like it was a tough climb, but both Jacob and Ed are doing well and resting for a moment on top, savoring their achievement. They will head back down…
DetailsJacob and Ed checked in from 21,000 ft on their way to the summit. They are doing great and the weather is looking good for a nice summit day. They stopped at a spot called “Independencia” to take a short break and give us the call.
Ed and Jacob are heading to the summit today and Kaz descended to base camp yesterday afternoon with a bit of a cold that just wasn’t getting any better up at 19,000 ft. It was disappointing for Kaz, but you really need to be healthy and feeling your best to go for the summit. The…