Mt. McKinley Expedition: Mike Walter & Team at Camp 2
Yesterday we flew in to Kahiltna Base Camp to start our climb. The weather was beautiful, and everyone enjoyed the spectacular flight from Talkeetna; flying over the tundra and then into the Alaska Range; seeing the extensive span of mountains, with the dominating presence of Hunter, Foraker, and our objective, Denali; passing the Pika and the Ruth Glaciers then over the Kahiltna and landing on the glacier. We arrived at Base Camp early, and took advantage of the good weather to pack our equipment and move to Camp 1 at the base of Ski Hill.
Today we moved up to Camp 2 pulling our sleds loaded down with equipment, food and fuel for the next couple of weeks. The conditions have been great for traveling and the weather cooperative. Some clouds moved in this afternoon and very light snow started as we got to camp. The forecast looks good, with some light snow tonight and tomorrow; we should be able to get to Camp 3 (11,200') tomorrow.
Everyone is doing well. We'll be in touch again soon.
Cheers,
RMI Guide Mike Walter
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Comments (3)
A big hello from Chicago! Please tell Jeff that we are all so proud of him and can’t wait to hear more updates. I saw your mom, Alyssa and family yesterday and they send their best. Bulls series is tied now 2-2, we lost tonight. Lakers lost in 4 to Dallas. Miss you and thinking of you always.
Erica
Posted by: Erica on
Hi Dave I will try to keep all the UPS drivers updated on your insane journey. Be careful
Posted by: nava on
AWESOME!!!
Posted by: David Hampton on