Mt. McKinley: Beren & Team Hit The Glacier Running
Posted by: Jake Beren, Andrew Kiefer, Christina Dale
Categories: Expedition Dispatches Denali
Elevation: 7,800'
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Sunday, June 7, 2015 7:42 pm PT
Yesterday we stormed the Kahiltna Glacier, officially ending our occupation of Talkeetna. We were able to catch an early afternoon flight, skirting the clouds and safely getting ourselves and all our groceries into the mountains!
We expected a huge backlog of climbers at basecamp, and there were more than a few parties waiting to get off the mountain. However a buried tent city resembling a parking lot of white Fiats, was nowhere to be found. We landed to spectacular views and decided to hit the ground running. Making it to 7,800 Camp in the evening was a great start to the climb.
Today we got a reasonable start to the day, leaving camp at mid morning and carrying to 9,700 feet. It was a pleasant day for walking, with enough cloud cover to keep us from getting too scorched. The team made it and we are now resting before dinner. Hopefully we can use that fuel to move to 11K Camp. Keep those fingers crossed for good weather!
RMI Guide Jake Beren
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Comments (9)
Craig and Eric Hi from a much lower elevation. Reading the blog daily so we know you and the team must be happy to be on the mountain and making progress Hope you don’t need to test the coldest protection level of your clothing and sleeping bag. Temperatures look impressive for California boys but know you will source your MN and Scandanavian roots.
All is well here. Climb on! Love Libby and Julia
Posted by: Libby and Julia Heimark on
Dear Craig and Eric,
We wish both of you and the team a safe and fabulous journey. Hope the conditions are ideal.
Take care,
Linda, Ed, and Jared
Posted by: Linda on
So glad to hear of the progress! Bill, look forward to seeing you in MN in July :-) I’m sure you’ll have tons of stories to share with all of us. And… if I’m not too forward with this question, who is the person from Bloomington on your climb? Hometown is cheering him on. Everyone staff safe and enjoy your challenges!8801
Posted by: Sally M on
Hey Bill, Meredith, the guy from Bloomington and the rest of the team: Here’s wishing you all good weather and happy climbing!
-Norm
Posted by: Norm Vork on
Awaiting the next update.! Hope AJ and team are safe. More power to you all.!
Hugs and wishes.
-Priya
Posted by: Priya Suchak on
We are thinking of you, Mer, and your team. Best to y’all. Tracye
Posted by: Tracye Wear on
Mere and Team,
So inspiring! Sending positive thoughts as you continue your trek! Stay safe and enjoy your journey!
Sarah S
Posted by: Sarah S on
Watching and eagerly awaiting each report.
Best and safest wishes to all!
Dave
Posted by: Dave W on
Way to go team, Keep up the great work, Wishing you good conditions and strength of body and spirit!
-Geoff
Posted by: Geoff on