Dave just called from high camp after turning around on today's summit attempt. They awoke to a pretty nice morning, still a bit of wind up higher but looking better than expected. Dave and the crew decided to give it a try and hope that the weather improved as they were climbing towards Denali Pass. It got even more windy and snowy as they were ascending and after an hour or so it became pretty apparent that it wasn't going to be a good enough day to climb to the top. They are back in camp now starting up the stoves for hot drinks and an early dinner.
Tomorrow they'll get up again and see what the weather brings.
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Hang in there, Stuart and wait for the right time. Better safe than sorry. I want you to come back in one piece, happy and wanting for more.
ReplyDeleteChecking in constantly and praying for good weather for the team.
Have plenty of rest and goodluck to everyone!
Tod,
ReplyDeleteI know this is a silly question or perhaps irrelevant but what do the climbers do when they are stuck in high camp waiting for that good weather? Apart from eating, and recovering from the strenuous climb they just did to go higher camp, any chance of reading a book maybe?
Hi nick, Just wanting you to know that we are thinking of you, and watching the updates every day to see your progress. Talked to Richard and Abby is fine, Kate is here for dinner. See you soon. Becareful. Love, G'ma & G'pa
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