Denali Expedition: Jones & Team Remain at 14,000’ Camp
Posted by: Tyler Jones, JM Gorum, Bryan Mazaika
Categories: Expedition Dispatches Denali
Elevation: 14,000'
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June 7, 2017
The team is still here at 14,000 ft Camp on Denali. Our snow walls we built yesterday proved to be worthy today as the winds were gusty and we had some light snowfall this afternoon. Today provided some more tent time than the last few days, discussions around dinner have evolved to what books people are reading and if anyone is ready to trade finished books. We also got crafty with building a camp game, with a sled filled with snow and some sandwich bags packed with snow we improvised the game cornhole. It became an instant hit and we might have some more time here to start a tournament! Otherwise, all is well as we wait out the windy and snowy conditions on the upper mountain.
RMI Guide Tyler Jones
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Comments (4)
Hi to Dear Amir and Nima and all team guide and team members,
Hoping this message finds you well. I can understand how tough it is to wait in the camp for final approach. You need to be too patient, that you are!! and keep yourself fit and safe. I don ‘t want to disappoint you but it may happen if your supplies are running rock bottom down or weather conditions are tough, your guides may decide bringing you down without going to top summing. But that’s it; at times it is the route that matters not the mere fact of reaching the goal. Stay tough, patient and safe,
Last Friday 9th of June, I climbed to Claun Bastak (CB) in Dizin area of Central Alborz, north of Tehran. CB has a height of 4300 m (we started from Dizin at 2000 m ) and when we reached summit we had the amazing view of Damavand summit, Touchal, and Alam Kuh. As it was too cold, we spent half an hour there. In the way down we had a difficult time as the route was too sharp and slippery. I have put pictures on our family account. !!
I keep my fingers crossed and pray you prevail it. But if you didn’t, don’t worry you are on the right path and on the good hands; you would be able to do it next time. Please don’t forget that it is not the goals that are important, the path towards goals are much mor fundamental and meaningful. You will accomplish it, keep your spirits and stay safe and well,
Hadi, Mitra’s father,
Posted by: Hadi on
Tym, Tyler, and Team,
Hang in there and be patient. Your time has to be coming. Keep up your spirits and know I am thinking of you here in the 90 degree lowlands of Charlotte, NC. And…Satoshi says, $2,822.00.
Love,
Mom
Posted by: Kristi Kennelly on
Wait for it….wait for it….wait for it….
Then hammer down!
Good luck up there, feed the soul!
Posted by: Ol'trapper on
Tym, Tyler, and Team,
It sounds like you are keeping busy, but I am sure you are anxious to summit. Enjoy, and be patient. My fingers are crossed that better weather is ahead! Marvel in what is behind you. The daily updates and photos are very much appreciated and enable me to see what you have achieved and how much is involved in your climb! Whew, what an accomplishment!!
If there are any NBA fans in your crew, the Warriors have a 3-0 lead over the Cavaliers with a 118-113 win last night (Cavs led by 7 with 4 min remaining). Next game is Friday night. And Tym…Satoshis says, $2776.00.
Love, Mom
Posted by: Kristi Kennelly on