Mt. McKinley: Jones & Team at 11,000’ Camp
It's a little soupy here at 11,000' camp this afternoon, but we're sitting pretty after retrieving our cache from 10k earlier today. A frosty morning greeted us when we woke, but a hearty round of hot drinks & breakfast burritos (eggs, cheese, salsa and hot sauce all wrapped in warm tortillas) soon chased the chill away and fueled us up for the quick trip downhill to our gear buried in the snow. Within minutes after arriving at the cache, we were packing all the food and personal luggage into our backpacks and sleds for the short uphill stretch to camp. The team moved smoothly back up and is now settled in for another afternoon of rest. We're hopeful that the weather holds for a carry to 14k tomorrow, which will be the biggest test of strength and stamina so far. But the crew continues to impress with the collective performance so we're confident about what lies ahead.
Last night at dinner, we shared some of your comments with the group. Everyone says thank you very much for keeping the team in your thoughts, and they appreciate your interest in our trip. Keep the positivity flowing as we continue our adventure!
Cheers,
RMI Guides Tyler Jones, Erik Endert & Garrett Stevens
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Comments (34)
IFMGA guide Tyler!
All my love, hugs and smiles! Think of grandpa at the summit and be safe!! MOM and Tommy Best to the team!!
Posted by: Sharon Pyle on
Ty,
Thinking about you while your Mom and I are here in Chicago. Take care and be safe.
Love, Tara
Posted by: Tara on
Hi, Tim, Justin and Team.
Even though you’re working so hard, I hope you’re able to appreciate every moment of your journey and the fact that you’re doing something so amazing. Hope the summit is all you hoped it would be and more! Stay warm and safe.
Onward and upward,
Leanne, George, Hannah, Julia and Eliza (Tim’s neighbors)
Posted by: Leanne McGowan on
HI BEN, THE BEST OF LUCK TO YOU AND YOUR GROUP. MAY
GOD BE WITH ALL OF YOU AND ENJOY, ENJOY THIS EXPERIENCE.
LOVE ALWAYS,
MA
Posted by: carmen keegan on
keep safe , drink lot of fluids
Posted by: dinkar rao on
Tyler,glad to see others praying for your team. Anticipating and looking forward to every blog. Proud of you, Dad
Posted by: William Jones on
Craig - Keep on pushing on! Team Accordant is thinking of you, and hoping you aren’t missing the hiking boots left under your desk! All the best, Art
Posted by: Art on
J.Y. and team,Oops on the last e-mail.I forgot to move the cursor when I had typed Sallie’s name.This should invoke chuckles as to my incompetence!Sorry.
Marshall
Posted by: Marshall McDuffie on
To the Jones team all.Trust the weather will hold for all ya’ll as you push on to 17200.After reading of 2 more teams reaching the summit.J.Y.,We continue to pray for the safety or everyone.Your view of God’s creation from the high place must be super.Can’t wait to see your photo’s.
Marshall and Salliebathroom
Posted by: Marshall McDuffie on
Beautifully written updates, Tyler. Those of us experiencing the heat of summer are appreciating your vivid descriptions and positive account of our loved ones attitudes and achievements. Justin and Tim, what an incredible experience for you to share! Enjoy those carefully selected snacks!
Love to my mountaineers,
Mom/Sharon
Posted by: Sharon Halls on
Dad, Justin and group:
Trip looks and sounds amazing! Hope you are all enjoying things immensely. Definitely a better environment than the 95+ degree weather and 80% humidity, and the million of cicadas. I would swear they are nature’s vuvuzela’s and the World Cup is going on right outside my door.
Enjoy and stay safe!
Jacob Halls
Posted by: Jacob on
Hey Larry, Hope you’re climbing strong and feeling good on the “Big HIll”. Sounds like things are going well for the team. Your 2010 Shasta friends all summited on Mount Hood yesterday and are thinking of you. Go for it! TF
Posted by: Tom Falvo on
Steve!!! Having fun yet? Headed to DC for a mini kayaking adventure, but I’ll be thinking about you rocking out on the mountain all weekend. Have fun and be safe, l’il bro!
L,Jess
Posted by: Jessica Doinidis on
At 11000 I imagine the big top at 14000 is close now-pace yourself well and for the descent also—continuing to pray for all members safety and enjoyment
Best regards up there somewhat closer to the maker of that mountain.
Posted by: bob funk on
Godspeed Halls family and group.
Justin remember, I’m still taller than you :)
Glad there’s no news! Just call me if you need me.
One Love,
Pedro
Posted by: Pedro on
JY,
Praying for you and your group and thinking of this hymn:
I’m pressing on the upward way, New heights I’m gaining every day; Still praying as I onward bound,
“Lord, plant my feet on higher ground.”
Mike
Posted by: Mike Sanders on
Dr J.Y. Jones and the Team,
“NEVER GIVE UP! NEVER GIVE UP! NEVER GIVE UP!”
MAKE IT TO THE SUMMIT!!!
Posted by: Dona & Toshia on
J.Y.:It sounds like your greatest concern-the weather,has been good so far.As you climb to 14,000 today I trust all will be safe.Am I correct that the last climb is from 14 to the summit?.Again I pray for good weather and safety for all.Your brother in Christ,Marshall
Posted by: Marshall McDuffie on
TO TYLER, ERIK & GARRETT - THANKS FOR KEEPING US ON THE GROUND INFORMED THRU THE BLOG
GOOD LUCK TO ALL ON THE TEAM TO 14000 FT
TO JOSH & CRAIG - KICK McKAY’S A$$ INTO NEXT WEEK!!
Posted by: CRAIG SCHINN, SR. on
Ben, glad to hear you guys are moving along well keep pushing. Kenny
Posted by: Ken on
JY - May God be with you, bringing clear skies and an awesome climb to the summit!!!
Posted by: Tom and Anne Nickerson on
Hi Tim and Justin and All,
Tim, Justin & Tyler Team——11,000 ft—-awesome——we are all with your team in spirit (but we don’t share your physical strains & pains). Enjoy every second of your breathtaking experience which will become family legend and lore. Keep forging up BRO———-love the Halls family
Posted by: Paul Halls on
Benito-following you up as you rise towards new heights! In Italian, we say “in boca lupo”. Hope all is well- miss u @ HH! Any PIH pts up there? Elliot
Posted by: Elliot on
JY and team. I can’t wait to get new updates as you climb towards the heavens. Praying for safe conditions for all of you. The picture is so beautiful. Can’t wait to read the book!
Posted by: Nancy Rickerson on
Hi Steve, So happy to hear the climb is going well. We miss you - the blogs are wonderful - tigers are winning, cleveland is losing. Love, Mom and Dad
Posted by: linda doinidis on
Good luck to the whole team for the rest of the climb! It’s been great to get the regular updates, and I can’t wait to hear all the stories. Josh and Craig, keep up the good work! I’ll be in Alaska in less than 2 weeks and can’t wait. Have fun!
Miss you,
Susan *
Posted by: Susan on
Hey Dad! (J.Y. Jones) I am praying for you now as I write. I love you and can’t help but think that Granny would be so proud of her little mountain man! Stay safe and take lots of pictures from the summit!
Posted by: Rachael Morris on
We are so thrilled to be able to share this experience with you daily. We will pray for the entire teams safety and hope for good weather. Special prayers for Tim and Justin and Tim we are enjoying being able to follow your tracker and we are able to see your path as you travel.
Hoping you have another great day of climbing tomorrow.
Take care
Pat and Lori
Posted by: Pat and Lori Halls on
Ben you are missing some hot weather here. Glad the weather has been good for you guys. Miss and love you. Be safe
Posted by: dottie alvarez on
Keep up the good work fellas. G- the title to the hog got here today. I’ll get her all legal tomorrow. xoxox
Barbarina
Posted by: Barbarina Sprinkle on
We are all enjoying the updates and are all keeping track of the team’s progress. The team at Healthy Buildings misses Larry and can’t wait to hear all about this adventure!
Have an awesome time!
Posted by: Karen on
Yeah!! Good luck as you continue along and as we “swoon” to the humid heat here in Charleston, SC.
Enjoy, Erik….we luv ya!! Aunt Nanne and Uncle Russ
Posted by: Russ on
JY, I can’t wait to hear how awesome your trip went. May God give you all clear skies for climbing and a spring in your step to reach the summit (and descend). Chad
Posted by: Chad Zueck on
Good luck on the next leg of your trip. We miss you and are thinking of you in your down jacket, while we’re in 100 degree weather in Philly.
Craig, hope you are doing well and telling the team all of your crazy stories.
Take care and be safe.
Sonia, Amara, and “Grandma”
Posted by: Sonia, Amara, and Grandma on