They moved up to another intermediate camp today (Camp 2 1/2) at a place we call the "Polo Fields" just below Windy Corner. It was a pretty nice day today, with a little snow this afternoon, but not to bad. They are breaking the climb up into shorter days and using some seldom used areas to camp, so it's a nice change of scenery for some of the guides as well. Dave Staeheli is our lead guide on this trip, he's been guiding in the Alaska Range for about 30 years, and says it has been probably 20 years since he has camped in this location, so he's enjoying the change.
It's Independence Day in the US, so there were plenty of American vs. Canadian jokes today.
Here's the evening call from Ben.
Hi Guys,
ReplyDeleteThanks for the update. Would love to hear the message from Ben if setting up the link is possible. it is great to hear you all are having good weather and enjoying new campsites.
In Michigan now and may get up north to see Rebecca, Randy and Dave for a day. I almost adopted two homeless puppies... Almost. I will wait and let you be a part of any adoptions! Other than dreaming about puppies, I have been training for the tri and working.
Climb safe and have fun!
Amanda Kiessel