Denali Expedition: Hahn & Team Move to High Camp, 17,000
Posted by: Dave Hahn, Sam Hoffman, Sam Marjerison, Nick Sinapius
Categories: Expedition Dispatches Denali
Elevation: 17,000'
17,200 ft sure feels good! We pulled out of 14,000' at 10 AM. It snowed a few inches in the night but by morning the clouds were dropping down. We had a clear shot of the West Buttress and the South Summit. Our packs were a good deal heavier than when we carried. Today was tough climbing but the entire team did quite well. We reached our new home in 6.5 hours and set to building camp. Such work is tough enough, but it was double tough in the thin air. Eventually we had tents to take shelter in snd and a hot dinner out on the patio. We talked over the challenges we are likely to face going for the top tomorrow. It was a treat to greet Dominic Cifelli's triumphant team as they rolled back into camp -about when we were buttoning things up for the evening. Fingers crossed for one more perfect day.
Best,
RMI Guides Dave, Sam, Sam and Nick
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Comments (13)
The weather forecast looks good if I’m reading it right out of Fairbanks. If that holds you’ll smoke it. Got get ‘em safe and sound.
Posted by: Gregory Poulos on
You’re almost there! Great job Jon and team!! We at work are thinking of you and cheering you on! Hoping for great weather and beautiful views tomorrow! Onward and upward!!!
Posted by: Sunita Bendale on
I’ll bet sleeping will be tough tonight at 17k, and from the excitement for tomorrow. Wow what an adventure. Good luck to all!
Posted by: Rob McDowell on
So close!!! Crossing fingers and toes for great weather. Stay strong !!
Posted by: Jen Ostrich on
oh wow, the big day almost here! I will sure your excitement will be heard even here! so proud of you all, and waiting anxiously to hear of your success! lynn
Posted by: barbara theiss on
What an incredible experience, I wish you success on your summit attempt tomorrow!
Posted by: Scott Redfern on
I’m so, soooo excited for you to reach the summit, Dad!! I’m cheering for you back in Austin with Kate. I love you so so much and I’m so incredibly proud of you. I can’t WAIT to see the summit pictures!!
Posted by: Lindsay Ross on
You all got this!! Wallis, rooting for you from CO!!
Posted by: Subbu Aiyer on
Thoughts of success on the bid for the summit. May clear skies follow you all and calm winds. Love you Caryn. On belay as always Dad
Posted by: Ray Karolyi on
YES TONY!!!!! You’re gonna do it!! Good work team!!
Posted by: Brenda on
Wishing all the team success today and summitting! Big hi and hugs to Caryn! Love Mom
Posted by: Divy Karolyi on
Congratulations on your great success so far! Your hard work has paid off. Keep focused on the prize. Good luck tomorrow.
Julie Baron
Posted by: Julie Baron on
So close! Good luck!!
Posted by: Minwoo on