Trip Reports

May 17 Team – Dispatch from Camp 1

Climber Tim from the May 17 team called in last night from their group’s second night at Camp 1 7,800 ft (m) to report that they are right on schedule with their trip plan! We love to hear it. Morning fog allowed the team to sleep in a bit then brunch on croissants, lox, and…

May 7 Team – Windy Corner & Hamburger Picnics!

Happy weekend, friends and family! Our May 7 Team wants you to know that they are absolutely slaying it up on the West Buttress. Not only did our guides treat the climbers to a delicious hamburger picnic after enjoying a grueling climbing day but, they are right on target for their trip itinerary! Forward progress…

May 13 Team – Safely at Camp 2

As it sometimes happens our May 13 Team’s dispatch audio cut out over the radio – bummer! However, it is worth noting that from what you can hear our friends have safely arrived at Camp 2 at 11,000 ft (3353 m) and are doing well! This is an incredibly beautiful location that basks in alpenglow…

May 17 Team – Sun Tanning at Camp 1

Our May 17 crew was granted safe passage and “solid glacier conditions” on the first leg of their journey from basecamp 7,200 ft to Camp 1 7,800 ft. This is a great dispatch to listen to as the team is off to a very strong start with incredible weather and a “legendary crew” that is…

May 7 Private Team – A Hard Fought Day!

Lead guide, Jesse Yon, calling in with a welcome update from the May 7 Private Team! After a “hard-fought day” the team of three successfully cached their gear above Windy Corner 13,000 ft (3962 m). Proud work, crew! The total distance for this travel day is about four miles round trip with a little over…