Peter just called and the crew sat tight today, while they watched the good weather forecast be proven wrong by Denali. I guess Denali doesn't read the weather reports, because it was blowing 40 mph and very cold today, with the team awaking to -15 F (-22 C) temperatures.
Everyone is doing well, however Werner descended from below the fixed lines when the team moved up yesterday. Denali is one of the most challenging things that most climbers will ever do in their lives and making it to 16,400' is quite an accomplishment. Those who get to go higher are fortunate.
The team will push for the summit tomorrow, if Denali permits an attempt. In any case, they are in a great position for a summit bid at some point in the future, and have plenty of time to sit our weather, if Denali proves uncooperative.
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WOW, Brandon! We are so excited for you. Please take care . . . snf we love you!
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Tim, We are following you and the team and praying for the weather to be co-operative. Take care, stay warm, and be safe.
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Tim, We are following your progress and thinking of you and the team everyday. The views must be incredible. We wish all of you a safe and exhilarating summit day.
ReplyDeleteLove, Nancy ,Jim and Larissa
Hey Tim,
ReplyDeleteHope you get a clear summit day. Can't wait to see the photos! Have a safe summit and even safer descent.
Rj and Gayle
Hey Werner, How's it going? Couldn't quite understand what the post was saying about you. Are you waiting it out at Camp 3? I've been thinking about you a lot. Can't imagine what it must be like up there. Days and days of blizzards and freezing cold...... You are a brave soul!!! Lots of love, Kris
ReplyDeleteVery exciting! Holding thumbs for a successful summit sooooooooon! A2
ReplyDeleteHey Boetie, I have been keeping track daily, thinking of you and good luck for the summit! Love Bill.
ReplyDeleteSending my love and kisses to Ands - all the way up Denali!
ReplyDeleteHi Tim! Hope all is well and you and the group get a sunny clear summit day soon. Fingers are crossed for you!
ReplyDeleteBe safe,
Lizzy and Anthony
Hello Denis, Been following your progress - sounds amazing! Good luck with the push to the summit. Susannahx
ReplyDeleteWaiting with anticipation for an update.... Did the team push for summit on Sunday? Can't wait to hear! Thinking of you every moment Ands xx
ReplyDeleteHi Ands, hope the weather has cleared. -22deg is hectic. love you and thinking of you.
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