Trip Reports

Update from Aconcagua

We haven’t heard anything from the team beyond the two calls made to our Trip Dispatch page.  I understand that the disconnect of information is concerning, and that leaves us all to fill in the blanks as to how things went for the four other climbers and our other guide.  One thing I have learned…

Aconcagua Team is At High Camp!!!

Kelly Puzak called in from High Camp! The team packed up their tents and hiked about 2,000 feet up to a spot on the north ridge of Aconcagua, where they have established their high camp for the expedition.  They climbed up a steep pitch above their previous camp and then worked their way up gentler…

Jan. Aconcagua Team Carries to Camp 3

Bob Vladem called in after the team pushed up to 20,000′ on the north ridge of Aconcagua.  They were fortunate to have good weather and moved up under clear skies with light winds. The route up from Camp 2 first climbed up a steep hill immediately above camp.  This led them to a long section…