Mt. McKinley: Upper West Rib Team Moves to 14,200’ Camp
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Saturday, June 6th 10:55 p.m. PT
After three days of significant snowfall, we awoke this morning to mostly clear skies and moderate winds. Three days of laying in a tent will make anyone antsy, and, understandably, the team was raring to head up hill.
We used the energy and enthusiasm to make a move to Mount McKinley's 14K camp. After an hour of wallowing through deep snow, we escaped onto firmer terrain and found ourselves here in camp six hours later.
Everyone is tired from the exertion, but elated to be this high on the mountain. Thanks for following along.
RMI Guide Geoff Schellens
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Comments (5)
Hi Kim, John and Marko want to see pics of the outhouse if you could please post. John wants to know if you’re packing out toilet paper. Please advise.
Posted by: Maria, John, Marko on
Great job Kim and team getting to 14K camp!! I hope the weather holds out for you guys for the rest of the trip. Wishing you lot of luck and clear days ahead!! Cheers, Cindee
Posted by: Cindee on
Hi Kimmer!!! Awesome job to you and the team getting to 14k!!! I hope the weather cooperates for y’all!!! Sophia started her science camp today where she learns how to blow things up!!! Yay!!!
Hugs & kisses
Your favorite sister
Posted by: Lora on
Geoff,
Glad that you guys already motored up to 14 camp! I also see that you brought EFrank along (I’m assuming the person, not the tent). If you get this, tell him to return Jesse and my messages when he gets down or we will have to come find him. Anyway, I hope that the Artic Wolf is flowing freely and that you guys have a safe climb up the UWR. Good luck!
PS - Don’t forget to watch out for those wild bananas running around 14 camp.
John
Posted by: John Stenderup on
Great news Kim!...WOW… What a fantastic effort by the entire team! It is simply amazing to move in one day from 11K to 14K with heavy snow!!! Onward & upward!! Travel safe & stay well! Love, Dad
Posted by: SHEL on