Aconcagua: Smith & Team Move to Camp 1
Posted by: Hannah Smith, Avery Parrinello
Categories: Expedition Dispatches Aconcagua
Elevation: 16,200'
Bye bye basecamp! We left the comforts of basecamp and continued our journey uphill. Having been on this terrain just the other day on our carry, made today just a little bit easier. After conquering the final 100 feet, we strolled into a crowded Aconcagua's Camp 1. A sea on tents scatter the camp. Although there were many tents, it was quiet since the occupants were carrying their gear to Guanacos 3 Camp (our Camp 2). We claimed tent spots and got settled into our new home for the next three nights. Tomorrow we will carry to Guanacos 3 Camp, as long as we are all feeling good in the morning. As the sun drops behind the rocks, the temperature drops, and everyone begins to wander back to their tents where their warm sleeping bags lay. So begins spending 10-12 hours in our tents.
Goodnight all,
RMI Guide Hannah Smith and team
Comments (4)
Amazing job Pops! We love you! Love, Xander and Nora
Posted by: Noel Imfeld on
Sending best wishes to Sue (a.k.a. Payday) from St. Ronaldo from Orizaba trip! You’ve got this…Carpe diem!
Posted by: Ron on
Cark (and team),
So great to be able to follow along with your Aconcagua progress!
Beautiful photos, and fantastic updates, Hannah. Thanks for keeping us folks back home feeling like we’re part of this exciting trek.
Marc (oops, “Cark”) - we miss you back in Bend! :) Hope it’s a challenging but rewarding climb. Looking forward to hearing about the next few days!
Maggie & Mouse
Posted by: Maggie Riley on
We are thrilled to hear from you! Excellent photos! Such a lifetime experience to add to your list!
Our best to all of you for rest & feeling great in the morning!
Love you Byron!
Mom & Dad
Posted by: Judy & Dale collins on