Denali Expedition: Hahn & Team Snow Day at 7,800’
Posted by: Dave Hahn, Hannah Smith, Avery Parrinello, Nikki Champion
Categories: Expedition Dispatches Denali
Elevation: 7,800'
Friday, June 22, 2018 - 8:57 pm PT
The snow just kept on coming down last night. It didn’t pile up all that deeply, but it was persistent and wet. We kept checking through the early morning hours, and then through the mid morning hours after a team breakfast, but it went right on until the early afternoon. By then we’d determined to take a hint and declare a rest day. Things actually cleared up nicely by mid-afternoon and Denali came out in all her glory. By then it was unbearably hot in the tents and would have been about ten times hotter walking uphill with big packs and sleds. We rested. It was burrito night in the main dining tent and after a great feed and some storytelling, we returned to the tents under once again cloudy skies. We’ll hope for a better morning tomorrow.
Best Regards,
RMI Guide Dave Hahn
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Comments (7)
We are so enjoying following your journey and the pictures are magnificent. Continuing to pray for good weather, safety, and health of all of you! Godspeed!
Posted by: Shari Ramsey on
Jon & Margaret - Stay healthy and in good spirits. I check this blog every day.
Posted by: Joy Reuter on
Go TEAM Go!!
You have so many people routing for you all. Praying for continued good weather and a safe climb.
#TeamJoy
Posted by: Jeff Camacho on
Thinking about you Sue and team! We are with you! Thoughts and prayers for a great day every day on the mountain as you climb on to your summit!! Stay strong, focused and safe… you got this!
Sally
Posted by: Sally Mouradian on
Jon & Margaret, hope you’re enjoying your Denali adventure! Watch your crevasse!
Posted by: Ken Kilian on
Hi Sue and team Dave
Following your progress closely! One day at a time. Be patient, take in those views, and remember - self-care all the way!!!!!! Once you ditch those sleds and snow shoes life gets a LOT better :-)
John
Posted by: John Horgan on
Tom I can’t imagine the experience and beauty you are living right now! Take in every second!
Posted by: Dave on