Denali Expedition: Haugen & Team Move to High Camp
Posted by: Mike Haugen, Hannah McGowan, Gloria Roe
Categories: Expedition Dispatches Denali
Elevation: 17,200'
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Wednesday, June 27, 2018 - 8:39 pm PT
As mountaineers, we tend to take things one day at a time. It just so happens that this was one of the best climbing days ever.
After an early start, we climbed into the gorgeous sunshine that we have not had enough of this trip. The views of the glaciers below and the rocky ridge we were ascending made for stunning photos and memories we will not soon forget! We are pretty sure that Joe Horiskey scheduled a fly-by and wing wave from a F-35 fighter jet just as we topped out on the fixed line! Spectacular!!!
We are currently residing at 17k Camp in the late evening sunshine. This camp stays particularly sunny since there is not much above us to block the Alaskan midnight sun.
Our plan is to go to the summit tomorrow if the mountain allows us! I think the mountain may owe us a good weather summit day after all the Super Crew has been through so far. We will see if Denali agrees!?
RMI Guide Mike Haugen & Super Crew 6
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Comments (13)
Hope all the hard work and preparation paid off today with a successful “visit” to the summit.
Congrats to all for what you have accomplished.
Posted by: Molly Frishmuth on
Josh, rooting for you and the team for a great summit day. Very proud of you. Love following the team’s progress. Will talk soon. Much love from Mom and Dad
Posted by: David Levy on
Good luck with the push to the top. Been great following from Colorado. Stay safe!
Cal
Posted by: Cal on
Oh Linds, I wish you were here today, my Rainier Cherries arrived today.. I remember you telling me that you really liked them… I know you’re having a good time but a part of me wishes you were here with me to share these Cherries…..... Love you…...
Grams
Posted by: Barbara Jones on
We are so excited for you! Sending prayers for good weather. Have fun. We can’t wait to hear all about.
Love, Mom and Dad
Posted by: John Fannell on
Go get it, Dad! We are all so proud of you back home.
- D, L, & A
Posted by: Lindsey Frishmuth on
Congratulations Super Crew!! Today will be the most exciting, fulfilling and glorious day ever. Enjoy. Take in every moment. Godspeed to you all. Love you Shannon.
Mom
Posted by: Linda Walsh on
What a Great Experience ! ! ! While I’m thrilled for you and your team, only another mountaineer can fully appreciate the struggles it’s taken for you to reach this height and fully understand what you’ve gone through…Sounds as if all of you are experienced climbers to be able to endure the weather you’ve gone through… The Summit is Your’s ! ! ! Be Safe and enjoy the Victory ! ! !
Love, Grams
Posted by: Barbara Jones on
Way to go team! We all have our fingers crossed hoping for
good weather tomorrow.
Posted by: Bill Summerlin on
So excited for all of you! Enjoy tomorrow as you summit!!! Be safe
Posted by: Vicki Brown on
Glo and crew, safe travels on your journey to the summit, in our thoughts and prayers, love you, pops
Posted by: Dave Roe on
Yahoo!!!! Congrats to Super Crew team, we are all cheering you on here in Idaho, Wa and Ks! Can’t wait to hear from you tomorrow with news on your summit! Prayers for great weather and safety! Go Cody, Go!!!!!
Love you and miss ya.
Dad, mom, Austin, Conner and Dani (and the rest of your family and friends too)
Posted by: Susie Petellin on
I am thankful that you are all safe.
Mom
Posted by: Michelle on