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Aconcagua: Justman & Team at High Camp and Set for Summit Bid

January 16, 2013

Posted by: JJ Justman, Geoff Schellens

Categories: Expedition Dispatches Aconcagua

Elevation: 19,600'

Well, well, well! Here we are! High Camp at 19,600 feet. And let me tell ya, it is great to be here in the thin air. It's like I tell my climbers, "The higher we go, the better we feel!" And even though it goes against physiology at altitude, I believe the mental mantra is working. Everyone is feeling great! Tomorrow is summit day. We have a great forecast and we are keeping our fingers crossed. Most likely we will have light winds and some clouds building late afternoon. It is looking like a beautiful day. With that said, I have a challenge for you RMI blog enthusiasts, and make sure you share this challenge with as many folks you know. On this blog post click on the comment button and place your guess. What time (Argentina Time: ART) will our team summit Aconcagua tomorrow December 17th? Our team will be leaving high camp around 5 AM (ART). Whoever gets the closest time will win an RMI t-shirt and baseball cap. Please include your email address along with your answer. Again put your guess in the comment section of this blog posting only. Wish us luck!! RMI Guide JJ Justman

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Congratulations on your summit, Mike. It’s been fun following you on the RMI blog! Love, Uncle Eddie

Posted by: Ed Schroeder on 1/17/2013 at 12:36 pm

11:17am. Weather looks great, go team go! Be safe.

Posted by: James Salter on 1/17/2013 at 10:55 am

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Aconcagua: Justman & Team Camp 2 Rest Day Gives Time for Reflection

January 15, 2013

Posted by: JJ Justman, Geoff Schellens

Categories: Expedition Dispatches Aconcagua

Elevation: 18,000'

We woke on our rest say today to another beautiful morning on the Stone Sentinel, feeling good at our Camp 2 altitude of 18,200'. Although clouds have slowly built and a light snow is falling, team morale is high and the collective attitude is positive and charged with anticipation of the move to come. Everyone continues to climb well, and we're all taking care to eat and drink enough for the hard days ahead. Rest days give time to think, and something that always comes to mind is the total experience of mountain climbing. A big part of that experience is being present in the moment, finding the rhythm of walking and breathing, seeing the splendor of nature all around and being able to appreciate it without the distractions that are all too present in most of the world. The team is definitely embracing the moment, soaking up the beauty and enjoying the journey through this high and wild place. While occasional thoughts may jump forward and higher to the summit of South America, we are perfectly content to enjoy a cup of coffee and the company of friends new and old on this well-earned rest day. Keep us in your thoughts as we push higher and higher the next few days. The weather looks promising, the team is strong, and we look forward to the challenge ahead! RMI Guides JJ Justman, Geoff Schellens, Garrett Stevens and the Aconcagua team

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Hey Mike McHugh, what a beautiful and rare experience you are having. I look forward to talking with you about this climb when you return. Love, Uncle Mel

Posted by: Mel Schroeder on 1/16/2013 at 3:43 am

WOW

WOW Greg B you’re just about there. Have a good climb. Sure enjoy the daily comments and great pix. Makes a person almost wish we were there too. Wishing everyone success. Be safe. mom and dad

Posted by: Dawn on 1/15/2013 at 6:33 pm

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Aconcagua: Justman & Team Reach Camp 2

January 14, 2013

Posted by: JJ Justman, Geoff Schellens

Categories: Expedition Dispatches Aconcagua

Elevation: 18,200'

First, my condolences to both Green Bay and Seattle. For more uplifting news, the team moved to Camp Two at 18200 feet. As usual, everyone is feeling great. The sun is shining now, however, the clouds are moving in. I wouldn't doubt we get some more snow. Yesterday the mountain had a fresh blanket of snow, which made for beautiful climbing today. For now, we are all getting settled into our new home for the next couple of days. Stay tuned because we are literally a hop, skip and a jump from the summit. If we get the weather we will move to high camp in a few days! RMI Guide JJ Justman & Team

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Todd and Jim, I am really thrilled to be able to follow your progress and adventure. I join Sally in prayer for great weather and success in the summiting.
love, mOm

Posted by: Jana on 1/15/2013 at 11:33 am

Looks like our good weather window thoughts,from Duluth MN, are working. Get good rest today for your move to C3 tomorrow. We love you and miss you Jeffrey.

Posted by: Paula Hall on 1/15/2013 at 7:30 am

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Aconcagua: Justman - Guide & Chef Makes Pizza for the Team at Camp 1

January 13, 2013

Posted by: JJ Justman, Geoff Schellens

Categories: Expedition Dispatches Aconcagua

Elevation: 16,200'

Rest day at Aconcagua Camp One means only one thing. Pizza making day! You may be wondering, "How do you make pizzas at 16,500 feet"? Sorry, it's an RMI Guide secret. Today our team awoke to a fresh blanket of snow covering the entire mountain. It is a beautiful day to stay put and recover here in camp. Everyone is doing very well and we are feeling healthy and strong. The remainder of the day will see some of us playing cards, reading books and watching movies. Yes, it's rough living up here. RMI Guide JJ Justman

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Aconcagua Expedition: JJ and team carry above Camp 1

January 12, 2013

Posted by: Geoff Schellens, JJ Justman

Categories: Expedition Dispatches Aconcagua

Elevation: 16,200'

Hello RMI Blog Enthusiasts! Today was more of the same. The team did a fantastic job climbing up to Camp 2 at 18000 feet. We cached more food for up high, some white gas and a few personal items. In fact, the team was doing so well that after our cache we took a little walk up higher to get a view towards high camp. We made it to 19000 feet when the snow began to fly. It turned out to be a beautiful walk down back to Camp One. We are drinking hot drinks now and soon we will begin cooking for the team. Tomorrow is a well deserved rest day for all of us here at 16500 feet, which actually is feeling really good for all of us. Everyone here wants to say hi to friends and family back home. RMI Guide JJ Justman P.S. GO PACKERS!!!!

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YEAH Jeff!!!!!!!! Enjoy and stay safe. Looks awesome.
Dick and Kookie

Posted by: Pat Simmons on 1/13/2013 at 8:04 pm

Jeffrey, followed you back up to C1. Glad to see you back in the hunt for the summit with the rest of team. BEST TO ALL.

Posted by: Paula Hall on 1/13/2013 at 9:03 am

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Aconcagua: Justman & Team Reach Camp 1

January 11, 2013

Posted by: JJ Justman, Geoff Schellens

Categories: Expedition Dispatches Aconcagua

Elevation: 13,800'

Noah's Ark doesn't have anything on us! Yesterday the mountain received a little precipitation and as our team approached Camp One, we discovered a new river running through camp. Not only are tents up and people are settled in but we are on ditch digging crew to divert our new river, which we named Rio Horiskey. The entire team did great getting up to 16,500 feet. We are camped a little higher than the normal camp because we like peace, quiet and pristine water. The agenda for tonight is to make hot drinks and eat another fine meal. I have a little surprise for the team. In honor of playoff weekend I brought some Green Bay Packers hot dogs. You know...for good luck! RMI Guide JJ Justman & Team

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Go Cousin!
See… the world needs ditch diggers too. Lots of love!
Holly

Posted by: Holly McHugh on 1/11/2013 at 10:24 pm

Hey G-Money - Blue is too young and carefree to know any better, but Barley-boy, being the sensitive type and wise to your antics, has fallen into a deep depression in your absence. I’m treating his symptoms with extra pig ears and peanut-butter stuffed bones. I expect a full recovery this weekend since we’re hosting the Lucky Dog Ranch K-9s. Happy climbing! xo

Posted by: Ginger on 1/11/2013 at 10:45 am

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Aconcagua: Justman & Team Enjoying some R&R at Basecamp

January 10, 2013

Posted by: JJ Justman, Geoff Schellens

Categories: Expedition Dispatches Aconcagua

Elevation: 13,800'

Rest and Relaxation. Our team is doing great! Everyone had a great nights sleep and are feeling more acclimatized. It is our last day in Aconcagua's Base Camp so we are indulging in good food, doing laundry and taking that last hot shower. A clean climber is a warm climber. Stay tuned tomorrow. The team is moving on up to Camp One! RMI Guide JJ Justman

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Followed your climb back up to C1 today. Glad the weather has been good and hope it continues to be.
Everyone says hi!

Posted by: Paula Hall on 1/11/2013 at 9:21 am

Todd, Dad says he wants you to teach him cribbage when you get back. Your Dapa and my Papa usedto play that all the time. “15-2,15-4 and a pair is 8”
love Dad, written by mOm OXOXOX

Posted by: Scott McClure on 1/11/2013 at 7:13 am

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Aconcagua: Justman & Team Make a Carry to Camp 1

January 9, 2013

Posted by: JJ Justman, Geoff Schellens

Categories: Expedition Dispatches Aconcagua

Elevation: 13,800'

Up, up and away! Team 3 had a spectacular day carrying gear up to Camp One at 16,500 feet. We brought up all the food for the upper mountain, fuel for our stoves and a little bit of personal clothing and gear. It is nice in a weird way to throw on heavier packs and get a taste of thin air. The entire team did great and in reality we probably don't need to take another rest day here at base camp. However, we will. Tomorrow we will rest and it will only provide every team member a stronger foundation for the upper mountain. There is no doubt a good part of high altitude mountaineering is about fighting the boredom. But as I sit here some team members are playing cribbage and others are playing some other game. The betting stakes Re cough drops and single sheets of toilet paper. It was nice to see the beautiful views up high on Aconcagua and we will post more exciting events from base camp and who may be out of toilet paper! RMI Guide JJ Justman

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Hey Greg, Congrats on your climb!! How Amazing, and so neat to be able to follow you guys. Hope your doing well.
Hugs from the Kootenays!

Posted by: Shar on 1/17/2013 at 10:43 am

Hi Todd and Jim, How great it was to get a phonecall from you. I can’t believe you can do that! I enjoyed learning how you carry your gear. half one day and half another,etc,etc. Brillant! Suppose your body is wondering “whazup?” love mOm

Posted by: Jana McClure on 1/10/2013 at 2:46 pm

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Aconcagua: Justman & Team Rest Day at Basecamp

January 8, 2013

Posted by: JJ Justman, Geoff Schellens

Categories: Expedition Dispatches Aconcagua

Elevation: 13,800'

After a good trip up the Relinchos Valley yesterday, the team is enjoying a well-earned rest day here at Plaza Argentina. Our night of good rest rolled into a breakfast of eggs, fried ham, peppers and onions with coffee and hot chocolate, and was thoroughly enjoyed by everyone. After giving the team time to digest, we all went over to the medical office and got the obligatory physical check-up. Everyone passed with flying colors, and we're now poised and ready for our carry up to Camp One tomorrow, situated at 16,200'. While we're living at about 14,000 feet, everyone is feeling tip top and acclimating perfectly. We have beautiful weather and look forward to staging for the move higher on this beautiful mountain. Keep sending the positive energy! RMI Aconcagua Expedition and Guides JJ Justman, Garrett Stevens and Geoff Schellens

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Watching your trek to camp 1. Glad everything is going well. Miss You.

Posted by: Paula Hall on 1/9/2013 at 6:25 am

Greg sounds like you are all doing well and enjoying everything so far. We enjoy seeing the pix.

Posted by: mom and dad on 1/8/2013 at 10:20 pm

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Aconcagua: Justman and Team Reach Base Camp

January 7, 2013

Posted by: JJ Justman, Geoff Schellens

Categories: Expedition Dispatches Aconcagua

Elevation: 14,000

Hello Everyone! Galloping across the Vacas River we had a few team members think we were riding mules the rest of the way to base camp. However, once on drier ground we hopped off, thanked the mules for keeping us dry and began walking up towards Plaza Argentina. Now at 14000 feet the team has had their fill of fresh melon and juice. Acclimating begins now and the entire team is feeling good, especially after a hot shower and a fresh change of clothes. Tomorrow we will be resting. A full report of activities will follow. Now, it's time to set up the volleyball net. RMI Guide JJ Justman & Team

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Good looking group. Special “thumbs up” to you, Greg the barber. Drink lots of water, kiddo, if you want to overtake my 18500 ellie! Good luck to all.

Posted by: Mrs Martin! on 1/9/2013 at 4:39 pm

Hey Mike (and team), have fun with your volleyball and your day of rest. Scenery is great and it sounds like the food is awesome. Uncle Mel

Posted by: Mel Schroeder on 1/9/2013 at 10:43 am

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Aconcagua: Justman - Guide & Chef Makes Pizza for the Team at Camp 1

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