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Everest Base Camp Trek: Grom & Team Enjoy Some R&R in Pheriche

March 29, 2013

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Elevation: 13,950'

Day of R&R, with a short hike to 14,600' - higher than Mount Whitney, but nothing by Nepalese standards. Most are feeling much better, with the hope that a new day will bring much-needed strength to those still recovering from the Khumbu stomach bug. Of particular interest, see attached photo: Nepalese use of biofuels. Cribbage is the bomb, hope to master it soon! Hi to Yuki, Karis, and Rianna, don't wish you were here :) yet, missing all of you. The yak cheese was really good! RMI Climber Keith L.

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You all look so happy and excited…I’mexcited for you…WOW…Mt. Everest…what could be more exciting than that. I hope to trek to EBC in 2015. FYI…I’m an animal lover. It seems the Yak does a lot of hard work for the climbers…and even provides fuel to cook the food of climbers. Are Yaks treated well? Are Yaks nourished well? I just hope Yaks receive the TLC for all the hard work they do for the climbers. I know the climbers bring in money to help the people and animals of Nepal….and thst’s a good thing. Love the photos…I will be watching all of you from Southern California until you summit and return to base camp. May God Bless you and keep you safe.

Posted by: Lynn Via on 3/30/2013 at 10:32 am

Can’t believe you are smiiling or much less eating dinner with the aroma of burning Yak dung!

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Everest Base Camp Trek: Tucker & Team Train in Pheriche

March 28, 2013

Posted by: Mark Tucker

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Elevation: 13,950'

Rest days are done. We are now in the position to go for our summit. Base Camp being our goal. I feel good with the team's condition at this time. Big push up to Lobuche tomorrow, a couple thousand feet at this altitude will surely be felt by all. We are ready, bring it on. Made some head way with climbing equipment adjustments and technical training for the Island Peak crew. Any old bench around the tea house can provide a great anchor and the door to the dining room being less than a pitch away isn't all bad. Had a wonderful reunion with one of the finest Mountain Guides in the world, Casey Grom who overlaps his trip with ours for the night. Casey is such a talent in all aspects of climbing but what a challenge for him at a game of cribbage. So fun to hangout and nice to hash over logistics, since he will be climbing Island Peak a few days after us. A light dusting of snow this afternoon but clear tonight. RMI Guide Mark Tucker

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Have fun at the summit Base Camp. Good luck on your climb on Island Peak Bill!

Mike

Posted by: Mike M on 3/29/2013 at 4:52 am

Peter and Gerry
We’re following your quest toward the top of the world. How beautiful. Best to you and your fellow treckers.
Kathy and Ned

Posted by: Kathy Butler on 3/28/2013 at 4:30 pm

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Everest Base Camp Trek: Grom & Team Visit Lama Geshe for Their Blessing

March 28, 2013

Posted by: Casey Grom

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Elevation: 13,950'

Day five in the Khumbu brings us more wonderful experiences and new heights. We left camp in Deboche and headed further uphill. Our first stop was in Pangboche to visit Lama Geshe, who is the highest ranking Buddhist in the valley. He is a high ranking Lama who is close friends with the Dalai Lama himself. All the Sherpas and smart climbers visit Lama Geshe before attempting any climbing here in the Khumbu. And because some of us will be climbing Island Peak and the rest of us would never turn down a blessing, we stopped by. Lama Geshe is from Tibet and speaks only Tibetan, he chanted and asked the mountains to give us safe passage and then gave us a Kata and tied a small string around our necks called a Sunde. We stopped off to have lunch and then finished up our hike just as the clouds decided to sprinkle us with a little snow. We are currently resting in Pheriche which sits around 14,000'. Everyone is doing mostly well (a few folks are on the Khumbu weight loss diet, aka stomach issues!) but not to fear everyone is feeling better by the hour. Looking forward to resting. RMI Guide Casey Grom and crew

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SO wonderful to be able to read about your days - and more importantly, see that you are all happy and well. Thank you for the beautiful photos. I have enjoyed them (and they put my mind at ease :) ) All is well here - have a wonderful adventure and continue ...for with every step that you take, you inspire all who know you.
xo Bridget

Posted by: Bridget Hodgson on 3/28/2013 at 5:35 pm

Ahhh…I remember the scent of freshly laundered clothes….hung out to dry over the Yak dung piles! Hope you get to enjoy the sunroom and take a look at the Pheriche clinic on your “rest” day (and hopefully not for the “Khumbu Flu”! ;)
Glad you all received your Lama Geshe blessings- It’s great to see the pics…and hope you get to have just one more shower stop in Lobuche!
We are thinking of you-Keep on climbing!!! xo

Posted by: Dana Marie Buchanan on 3/28/2013 at 4:57 pm

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Everest Base Camp Trek: Tucker & Team in Pheriche

March 27, 2013

Posted by: Mark Tucker

Categories: Expedition Dispatches Everest BC Trek

Elevation: 13,950'

Hello from Pheriche! 14,042 feet but who's counting. After a nice dinner, the team is tucked away for the night. Lot's of hiking in all directions today. Nice to have such great Sherpa support to be able to offer many options. A few new altitude records for the team. Another day of perfect weather, and trail conditions in great shape. We are now above tree line, but lots of bushes still keep us thinking we are where life forms can survive. It is a rather tough environment to be in, we welcome these islands of paradise called tea houses. Plan is to take a rest day here tomorrow. Some day hikes and a bit of training for my crew that will go with me to Island Peak in the not so distant future. The surrounding peaks of Taboche (21,309') and Cholatse (20,784') always impress. Crazy to think that the real big ones are up this valley and around the corner. Looking so forward to reuniting with those views. RMI Guide Mark Tucker

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Happy Easter Mark! Thinking of you and enjoying your blog.

Posted by: Karla and Kent on 3/30/2013 at 11:37 am

Hi Liesl and Pete! Sure am loving watching your adventure. Sending you love and strength!
:) Ab

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Everest Base Camp Trek: Casey Grom & Team Visit the Tengboche Monastery

March 27, 2013

Posted by: Casey Grom

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Elevation: 12,325'

Today we got a slightly earlier start to try and beat the heat on the steep climb up to Tengboche. Yes it gets hot here at times, especially if you are hiking up steep southern-facing slopes. Tengboche sits atop a small hill (by Himalayan standards) and is well known because of the Tengboche Monastery. Believed to have been built in the 13th century, it is home to about 45 Monks and Lamas. It doesn't take much imagination to know why they believe this place to be special, as the view from here is breathtaking. From this one spot you are not only surrounded by giant mountains you have a wonderful view of Everest and many other gigantic peaks. After getting settled in our tea house we quickly hiked back to the monastery and sat in during a prayer session. Sadly only one monk was there as the others were off visiting other monasteries and helping people throughout the valley. It was beautiful experience nonetheless! Everyone is still in good spirits and having a great time. RMI Guide Casey Grom and crew

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Hope you all tried the apple pie at the cafe next to the monastery. You all look as though you are doing well. Amazing photos and so glad the weather is cooperating so far. Miss you !

Posted by: Kathryn LeBey on 3/27/2013 at 6:41 pm

Hope the moon has been beautiful for all of you! Sounds as though you have seen so much…spectacular scenery..so proud of all of you..especially our Richmond women! Xoxo, Nano

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Everest Base Camp Trek: Tucker Checks in from the Tea House under a Bright Moon

March 26, 2013

Posted by: Mark Tucker

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Hello Mark Tucker checking in from high in the Himalaya. I am outside of our tea house and it is quite the bright moon. Had some clouds roll in later in the day... It's pretty windy. Had great views of Everest and Nuptse. We are all tucked in with the hot water bottles and looking forward to a good night's rest. Part of the team made a little side venture over to get blessed by one of the holy Lamas of the valley. And they had an awesome time. So we are feeling very fortunate that he was available for that. And, we're looking good. We'll check in tomorrow. RMI Guide Mark Tucker

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The full moon on March 27 is the ‘FULL WORM’ moon. Hope it is a lucky moon for all nine of you, especially my Bill,Sue, Peter and Gerry. Happy Trails, Mom.

Posted by: Dee Brown on 3/26/2013 at 7:54 pm

L & P- Yea For making it to Pheriche!! Its interesting that Mark writes of the moon - iwe have seen the moon for the past 3 nights and tonight, also. When you look at the moon, know that we are too and are with you….Go!!! Grab it all! D’s quote this evening was, “those kids are so lucky! They are doing something that the rest of us just dream of…!!” Live the dream, Guys.
Love G & M

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Everest Base Camp Trek: Grom & Team Visit a Women’s Monastery and Sir Edmund Hillary’s School

March 26, 2013

Posted by: Casey Grom

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Elevation: 11,300'

Hello again everyone. Today the team took an "active rest day", instead of just sitting around and relaxing we hit the trail for another adventure. First up was a visit to a seldom visited all women's monastery in the village of Thamo. It's about an hour and half from Namche and is a little of the beaten path. This monastery is home to 28 women mostly who have escaped prosecution from Tibet. Their ages range from 16 to 88 and they exist solely off of donations. A few of them came out to greet us and gave us a brief tour of the new monastery they are currently building. We stayed for about an hour, had some tea and either bought a few items or made donations to help with their cause. Next we made our way uphill to visit the first school established here by Sir Edmund Hillary in Khumjung. It sits between several small villages and has the most amazing views thus far. We could see Everest, Lhoste, Ama Dablam and countless others. We then headed back to our tea house in Namche where the team is resting and enjoying the hot showers. Everyone is doing great and looking forward to tomorrow. RMI Guide Casey Grom and crew

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Extremely cool pic from the monastery. Go team and Elsie…fingers crossed the weather will stay perfect for you.

Posted by: Fletch on 3/27/2013 at 4:51 am

Great views with good weather! Namche looks like it might slide off the cliff, though. Have a great time!

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Everest Base Camp Trek: Grom & Team Arrive Namche Bazarre

March 25, 2013

Posted by: Casey Grom

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Elevation: 11,300'

It was another beautiful day here in the Khumbu with clear skies and astounding views. Our day started with breakfast at 7:30 with eggs, toast, porridge, jam and plenty of fresh coffee (thanks Tucker). We hit the trail just after 8 and made our way up the valley crossing numerous hanging bridges covered with prayer flags. Tea houses lined the trail almost the entire way making it easy to stop for a rest, eat and snap a few photos. We made good time even while sharing the trail with other Trekkers and the countless yaks carrying loads in both directions. Along the way we were treated to a nice view of the far off Mt Everest (still about 25 miles away). There was one big hill to climb before reaching Namche Bazaare where we'll spend a few nights in order to properly acclimatize. Everyone is doing great and currently are out exploring Namche (population of a few thousand) which is the heart of the Khumbu and Sherpa people. RMI Guide Casey Grom and crew

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Aloha Chris. It’s your sister-in-law from Kauai. We are really proud of you for undertaking this big challenge. I think I will just stick to hiking the beaches! Good luck and stay safe. I know Nancy and Sammy are anxious for you to get home. Mary Kay

Posted by: Mary Kay on 3/28/2013 at 2:16 am

Hi Chris,
We want to hear all about the expedition on your return. Safe travels and enjoy every moment!

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Everest Base Camp Trek: Tucker & Team Trek to Deboche

March 25, 2013

Posted by: Mark Tucker

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Elevation: 12,325'

We had a wonderful climb today. As we left Namche Bazaar and headed up the trai,l the summit of Mt. Everest came into view. It would not be a good day to make a summit attempt as the plume blowing off the summit reached out for a mile or so and is an indicator that winds on the summit are likely in the 100 mph range. But it sure does make for a nice photo. We stopped for lunch by the river and then, with full bellies, headed up the infamous Tengboche Hill. The team did a great job and in a couple of hours we reached the Tengboche Monastery and were greeted by one of the elder monks. After our visit, we made a quick descent to the fairy tail land of Deboche where we will spend the night. The team is doing well, a few minor physical discomforts, but to be expected. The tea house staff is firing up the dining room stove with dried Yak dung, hey what ever provides a bit of heat, bring it on. RMI Guide Mark Tucker

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Hey Mark! Don’t forget to floss! :) Good job and make it back safe.

Posted by: Chrissy on 3/26/2013 at 3:02 pm

L & P- Congrats on making Pheriche!! Mark’s post from Deboche was great!! Enjoy!!
D is really excited and enjoying every step of the way with you! Take good care and soak it all in!! Thanks again to Mark!
Love M & G

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Everest Base Camp Trek: Tucker & Team Enjoying the Many Sights of Namche

March 24, 2013

Posted by: Mark Tucker

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Elevation: 11,300'

What a great day in and around Namche Bazaar! Views outside of our hotel show the surrounding peaks rising about 20,000 feet. We are all fully energized with these spectacular views and went to one of the bakeries and coffee shops to start our morning. Namche has many shops we can meander through during our rest day. The team and I spent some time perusing through but remembering to not overload our packs on the way to Base Camp. Try and buy it on the way out is my recommendation. We will continue to enjoy the clear views of all the mountains today and the perfect weather. I know we are in for another beautiful day for the climb to Deboche tomorrow. RMI Guide Mark Tucker

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Susan & Bill—I’m “watching” you guys and vicariously enjoying your Great trip! You look Terrific - like you belong there!! Sally

Posted by: Sally U on 3/25/2013 at 3:44 pm

Wonderful looking sweets Peter and Gerry - hope you stayed away from them and are managing to continue exercising… :-) you are both missed - be safe!

Posted by: Laurel Neil on 3/25/2013 at 9:02 am

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