Denali Expedition: Hahn & Team Hang Time at 17K Camp
Posted by: Dave Hahn, Ben Liken, Bridget Belliveau, Hannah Smith
Categories: Expedition Dispatches Denali
Elevation: 17,200'
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Wednesday, July 6, 2016 - 9:37 p.m. PDT
As we suspected might be the case, today's weather wasn't quite right for climbing. Ultimately there was good sun warming us at the 17,200 ft camp, but we could see wind and cloud whipping over the terrain we wanted to be on a thousand feet higher. So we rested, which -after yesterday's big workout to get up here- seemed about right. Nice to catch up on hydration and sleep and to give the boots a chance to dry out. Not many other people around us now, the mountain is rapidly clearing out as the end of the season approaches. But it isn't over until we say it is... We'll hope to climb Denali tomorrow.
Best Regards,
RMI Guide Dave Hahn
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Comments (9)
CONGRATULATIONS! You guys are all amazing! Now you just have to get back down safely!
Posted by: Ray DiZazzo on
Go team, go!
Posted by: Kelly on
I hope you’re taking lots of photos Mike Waters! I can’t wait to see/hear all about your trek. Eagerly anticipating each update and wishing you all the best as you move forward on the journey. Don’t forget to feed yourself! ;)
Posted by: Quinn on
So excited to read the blogs each day. Thank you for doing it. Wishing all a safe trip.
Love you Hannah and can’t wait to hear all about your climb!
Posted by: Shannon Smith on
Go for the top!
Sean DiZazzo’s mom and pop wishing you a safe, fantastic summit!
B and G are great!
Check in? Tell us when you’ve made it?
Posted by: RAY DIZAZZO on
Go Robin and team! Great work everyone! And nice job on the ice/snow block carving! If you’re bored on your rest day, next time you can try to build a maze of ice blocks and sit out in front and when someone walks by say, “Hello…That’s what I said, Hello. Want to come inside and have a cup of tea?”
Posted by: Russell on
Lots of prayers for a safe journey!!
Posted by: teresa on
This is great! Good luck everyone.
Posted by: Brian Pullar on
Wahoo! So close now! Sending intentions for a break in the wind, clear skies and strength for all team members.
Posted by: Julia on