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May 31, 2016
Posted by: Pete Van Deventer, Robby Young, Jess Matthews
Categories: Expedition Dispatches Denali
Elevation: 17,200'
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On The Map
May 30, 2016
Posted by: Pete Van Deventer, Robby Young, Jess Matthews
Categories: Expedition Dispatches Denali
Elevation: 14,200'
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On The Map
You can do it! I’m sending you all beautiful warm weather from where I am right now, Croatia!
Posted by: Jamie on 5/30/2016 at 1:41 pm
So glad to hear that you are perfecting your skills for the last push. It terrifies me to think of what you might do tomorrow in order to reach your goal - crevasse, avalanche, rescue - these are scary words. Be safe and know that you’ve accomplished a great deal already.
Posted by: leanne on 5/30/2016 at 10:48 am
May 29, 2016
Posted by: Pete Van Deventer, Robby Young, Jess Matthews
Categories: Expedition Dispatches Denali
Elevation: 14,200'
On The Map
You’ve been so patient and it has to be so frustrating to see the prize just a short distance away! If it’s in the cards, you’ll summit. If not, better safe than sorry.
Justin, I filled Father Daniel in. He’s praying for your safety and your success.
Love,
Mom:)
Posted by: leanne on 5/29/2016 at 10:15 pm
You guys are SOOO close ... stretch out that food as long as you can! Justin, I’m all set for my travel arrangements, so take your time on the mountain (but stay safe and warm). I’ll be waiting for you in Anchorage when you get there!!!!
Posted by: Patrice La Vigne on 5/29/2016 at 3:19 pm
May 28, 2016
Posted by: Pete Van Deventer, Robby Young, Jess Matthews
Categories: Expedition Dispatches Denali
Elevation: 14,200'
Ditto what Leanne said ... we are all anxiously awaiting what’s next for you all and the news can’t come soon enough. Nine days at Camp 3. Is that a record? I know you are doing your best to keep your spirits up together and give it all you’ve got. Justin, can I promise you a foot rub for all your efforts? Hopefully that gives you just a little more stamina ...
Posted by: Patrice La Vigne on 5/28/2016 at 2:24 pm
Oh, the simple pleasures of life - sunshine, dry clothes, deep sleep. I hope all these things stay with you until you reach your goal and return home safely. Your friends in the lower half have been praying nonstop for your safety and health.
These blog posts are like letters from heaven. Thanks for keeping us informed. It’s our lifeline.
Posted by: leanne on 5/28/2016 at 10:37 am
May 27, 2016
Posted by: Pete Van Deventer, Robby Young, Jess Matthews
Categories: Expedition Dispatches Denali
Elevation: 14,200'
On The Map
Hello Hitesh, best wishes from everybody at Home. hopefully, weather clears up tomorrow! take care.
Posted by: Paresh on 5/27/2016 at 9:16 pm
Hitesh. All is taken care of. Wishing you good weather!!!
Posted by: Rod Dubois on 5/27/2016 at 3:59 pm
May 26, 2016
Posted by: Pete Van Deventer, Robby Young, Jess Matthews
Categories: Expedition Dispatches Denali
Elevation: 14,200'
On The Map
If Smores pop tarts are what you guys had,
Life at the top,
Ain’t half bad.
Wishing you all a continued safe (and amazing) journey! (*Hi, H!!*)
Posted by: Yogita on 5/26/2016 at 12:58 pm
Lisa: The “porch crowd” eagerly awaiting your dash to the top .. tried to encourage George and Rob to start training .. not much success, so far
Posted by: Peter on 5/26/2016 at 11:47 am
May 25, 2016
Posted by: Pete Van Deventer, Robby Young, Jess Matthews
Categories: Expedition Dispatches Denali
Elevation: 14,000'
On The Map
Well team u “got this” the summit is so close, man that slope looks like 38-40 degrees angle glad to hear the weather is on ur side rest up for the finally “Ooh Rah” say hello to our friend L R climb on and be safe. Best XO The Bolomey’s
Posted by: Joe&Patty; on 5/26/2016 at 3:10 am
Impressive feat to summit West Buttress during a break in the weather. Patrice tells me that Thursday through Sunday will bring favorable weather; so, maybe you’ll make good progress toward your goal of summiting. I am hoping and praying that you are successful because it’s occurred to me that another climb up Denali might be in your future if you don’t succeed this time. I couldn’t take the anxiety again.
Upwards and onwards!
Posted by: leanne on 5/25/2016 at 1:09 pm
May 24, 2016
Posted by: Pete Van Deventer, Robby Young, Jess Matthews
Categories: Expedition Dispatches Denali
Elevation: 14,200'
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On The Map
Hi Lisa& team VanDemventer wow unbelievable picturesque breathtaking views, hope ur window of opportunity happens today to take u to the top, it’s been a good tough journey I’m sure be safe to all and climb on. Xo the BOLOMEY’S â›·
Posted by: Joe&Patty; on 5/25/2016 at 3:14 am
Great break in the weather for all as you acclimatize and get those red blood cell numbers up there.
Hitesh. Thinking about you and all goes well at SCH
Posted by: Rod Duboid on 5/24/2016 at 9:06 pm
May 23, 2016
Posted by: Pete Van Deventer, Jess Matthews, Robby Young
Categories: Expedition Dispatches Denali
Elevation: 14,200'
On The Map
Nobody messes with Daryl on TWD; so, I’m glad to hear that you are paying storm Daryl some respect.
Stay low and ride this out. Mother Nature is always in charge.
Posted by: leanne on 5/23/2016 at 3:48 pm
Stay safe .. No guts and glory stuff!!!
Posted by: Peter on 5/23/2016 at 9:45 am
May 22, 2016
Posted by: Pete Van Deventer, Robby Young, Jess Matthews
Categories: Expedition Dispatches Denali
Elevation: 14,000'
On The Map
Following your trail Lisa and it must be incredible. Must be so beautiful. You are awesome!
Posted by: Trix on 5/23/2016 at 6:14 pm
So close.. enjoy every step and the fabulous view, Lisa..! Go higher !! Look forward to seeing the flag !
Posted by: greg hurley on 5/23/2016 at 12:27 pm
Godspeed
Posted by: Walter Glover on 6/1/2016 at 5:29 am
Denali winds, please REST!!
So exciting! Be careful team, patience has served you well.
Posted by: Greg Hurley on 6/1/2016 at 2:59 am
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