Mt. McKinley: Jones & Team Weathered and Waiting
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May 29, 2014 - 5:55 pm PT
Winter's grip on North America's tallest mountain stays strong, while climbers surround the flight office in anticipation of what lies ahead. A sudden roar, cough, cough, an engine turns over. A lone pilot off to scout the weather towards Basecamp takes off from the Talkeetna air field. With him he carries the hopes of the climbers on either end. So far, no one has made it in or out, and we stand by, sending good wishes and warm thoughts to our friends currently sitting on the mountain.
Here in Talkeetna we are lucky to have a meal in arm's reach, to enjoy one another's company, share stories, learn new skills and refine the existing ones. A team bonds, creating an experience that each of us will remember for a lifetime. But for now we wait, hope, and learn. For this is just another day of one intrepid group in Alaska.
All the best for now.
RMI Guides Tyler, Garrett and Bryan
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Comments (4)
Safe travels everyone and enjoy. Looking forward to some great pictures, although I wish I was there in person. Don’t forget a bear souvenir for the best SIL ever.
Posted by: Amy johnson on
I hope you are enjoying this moment and soaking it all up. Cover yourself with mud and run around. It is good for the skin. Sending love from Girdwood. I will see you in a few weeks.
Posted by: Sarah Johnson on
This adventure for you is so exciting! I am thankful for this blog to be able to follow the group. David Johnson’s dad and I were able to fly out of Talkeetna, around the mountaim, and pick up a hiker in the summer of 2000. It was truly amazing! I am praying for safety and great weather once you are on the mountain.
Posted by: Pam Johnson on
Waiting will just make the moment sweeter when it happens. Say Hi to Dave J. I truly am one happy NOT to be there with you. Have fun team
Posted by: Alice Salli on