Kilimanjaro: Hahn & Team Arrive at Shira Camp
The sprinkles began today at noon. The full-on rain came at 1 PM, but by then we were snug in our new camp at Shira 12,600 ft. The day had begun clear for us down at Machame, and we were treated to our first good views of Kibo, Kilimanjaro's central peak. We set out from camp at 8 AM and got walking up steeply rising rocky steps in a forest of giant heather. The sun was on us -but only for about a half hour before clouds came over. We kept working uphill, eventually in fog and a little murk. The day involved a number of rock steps that required a good handhold or two to negotiate. We were wearing rain jackets by the time we turned a corner onto the Shira Plateau. We actually finished by walking several hundred feet downhill to reach camp. The rain didn't let up until after dark, but it just made it a little easier to stay inside and rest. We still gathered in our nice and dry dining dome tent for meals and tea time and to share climbing stories. By the end of dinner, the sky was back to stars and planets and the Milky Way. We'll hope the moisture takes a break.
Best Regards
RMI Guide Dave Hahn
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Comments (3)
Best of luck to Pat and Lynn and the rest of the team for a safe and fun climb !
-Mike
Posted by: Mike Sowa on
It’s great to wake up and see how the day has gone for the team! Hope there are clear skys the next few days. Sending lots of love to Colin and Steve <3
-Jacqs
Posted by: Jacquelynn on
We look forward too the updates each day. Best wishes to Dereesa and the entire team!
Jim and Travis
Posted by: Jim Reid on