Mt. McKinley: Hahn & Team Waiting for Firm Glacial Snow
There wasn't much chance to finish the journey this morning as it snowed until about 8 AM. By nine the sun was poking through and we knew we couldn't count on the glacier surface being firm enough for safe travel. So we sat for the day and waited for a clear and cold night. We've waited through many days on this trip and this was one of the tougher ones. Denali was out in all of its glory and although from a distance we could no longer tell just how much snow it had gotten or how hard the wind might be blowing, it sure looked climbable. Our climbing tomorrow morning will be in the other direction, but these will surely be the most important steps we take on the entire trip. The lower glacier in mid-July demands respect. We'll get moving by three or four in the morning and will try to reach the airstrip by 9 or 10.
RMI Guide Dave Hahn
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Dr. Spencer Guinn, What an amazing journey! We miss you and can’t wait to hear some stories! We will be praying for you & the entire team’s safe return! -Your OR Family
Posted by: Susan Webb on
safe safe trip down!
Posted by: michelle on
I KNOW YOU GUYS ARE DISAPPOINTED, BUT AT LEAST YOU TRIED!! MOST IMPORTANT PART IS GETTING BACK DOWN. HAVE A SAFE TRIP HOME.
Posted by: TOBY EMERSON on