Mt. McKinley: Walter & Team Train at 14,200’ Camp
Posted by: Mike Walter, Billy Haas, Solveig Waterfall
Categories: Expedition Dispatches Denali
Elevation: 14,200'
May 19, 2015 - 11:40 pm PT
Our team had another great day today. We had leisurely breakfast and then headed back down to Windy Corner to retrieve our cached gear that we left there two days ago. The weather was cloudy with light snow, which made for a comfortable walking temperature.
After returning to camp, we reviewed fixed rope travel, in preparation for the next phase of our climb.
Once we felt polished on the fixed rope training, we spent a few hours building walls for our camp and erecting a cook tent. We're quite comfortable now, here at the 14,200' camp in Genet Basin.
We'll play tomorrow by ear, based on the weather. If it is nice out, we'll climb up above 16,000' to establish a cache of supplies for our high camp. If the weather doesn't cooperate, we'll take advantage of a full rest day tomorrow to recover and acclimate. Either option will be a benefit to our team.
Everyone is doing well up here. We'll keep you posted as to how tomorrow goes.
Cheers,
RMI Guide Mike Walter and team
On The Map
×
Comments (1)
Gods strength and care to each of you. May He strengthen you physically and mentally.
Love from Mom and Dad, Brian!
Posted by: Duane Mycroft on