We got a message from Mike Burmeister this evening that they reached the summit today and are back at high camp eating dinner and resting. Unfortunately we missed the call while talking to another team on the mountain so didn't get very many details about their day.
It looked like they probably got a pretty nice summit day, but it's hard to tell from down low. The forecast for the next few days is calling for snow and wind again, the traverse is the next big challenge, but the weather might not cooperate.
Congratulations to the team on reaching the summit. Their patience and persistance paid off.
Dave was able to fly out from base camp yesterday afternoon, and is back at the Mt Trip house in Anchorage recovering. We're glad to have him safely off the mountain.
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Yeah!!!!!!! Great job team and so proud of you all. Enjoy your well earned rest! Special love to Mike Burmeister from friends and family and new puppy Sadie!
ReplyDeleteScott and Michael,
ReplyDeleteCongratulations! You made it!! The Gila Monster Mountaineering Club is celebrating your success! Be careful on your way down and have fun!
Love,
Amy
Congratulations, Nate & teammates! Your grandparents demand daily updates, and were relieved to hear today of the summiting. It's hot in NC. Hope you get to traverse, but descend safely either way.
ReplyDeleteMom & Dad
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ReplyDeleteHurray, Scott - you did it!
ReplyDeleteCongratulations!
This sure makes up for the 2 Rainier disappointments :-) Sure hope you get to experience the mosquitoes of Wonder Lake :-)
Michael - Congratulations from the H&W environmental team! Great job by you and your companions.
ReplyDelete- Ian
Congratulations Nate and team! Hope to be hearing from you soon, Nate... I've got some mate (and dinner!) with your name on it :)
ReplyDeleteLove!
Blair