February 8, 2012 Phil called this afternoon to report that they had a little more snow overnight at the hut, but the team still had a good acclimatization hike today. They’re calling for some more snow later this week so they’ll head up tonight and see if they can sneak in a climb before this […]
February 7, 2012 Phil Ershler called to check-in this afternoon. They have had nice hiking up through the forest the past two days and have climbed above treeline to reach the Piedra Grande Hut where they will spend the next two nights. The team is strong and healthy and Phil is looking forward to leading […]
February 6, 2012 6:00 a.m. check-in call from Phil Ershler this morning. After a scenic drive to Tlachichuca yesterday, the crew had some time to sort gear & pack up, followed by dinner. A few hours’ hike today will bring them to their camp in the forest at about 12000 ft. where they’ll spend the […]
February 5, 2012 Phil called in early this morning from Mexico City, where the gang was ready to leave the hotel and move on to Tlachichuca. A good crew, favorable weather – the stage is set. Becky Kjorvestad
December 9, 2011 We just heard from our Mexico climbers. “Another perfect day. Not a breath of wind on the summit†was their quote. They’re now in the town of Tlachichuca with our service provider and hosts, the Reyes family. IMG has worked with Sr. Reyes and his sons since my first trip there in […]
December 8, 2011 Off to Orizaba. Â Another good looking day in front of us. Â Should have a full moon tonight. Greg
December 7, 2011 IMG Senior Guide, Greg Vernovage, just called in from La Joya in Mexico to report another 100% successful climb of Ixta. Greg’s working with a custom, private group of 3 of our past climbers and they put in a great performance today. A bit breezy to start but things only got […]
December 5, 2011 Greg checked in this morning from Mexico. He’s with a small, private group looking to climb both Ixta and Orizaba before Christmas. Group arrived late Saturday but with all luggage in hand. Private transportation took them out towards Ixta and Cortez Pass for an acclimatization hike. Night was spent in the town […]
November 13, 2011 Today’s fly day. Gang got into Mexico City about midday on Saturday and headed straight out for a bit of sightseeing and last minute shopping. Hard to get a ride home from the airport without a few gifts in hand. And, as always, everyone got together for dinner and a chance to […]
November 11, 2011 Two mountains and now two summits. IMG partner, Georg Dunn, called from the summit of Orizaba at 7 am. He had just finished shaking hands with all his team mates. One climber stayed in Tlachichuca to take care of a respiratory issue but all other members began the climb this morning and […]
