January 2, 2012
Early on New Year’s day, the first IMG team of the season stood on top of Aconcagua. Weather was exceptionally good from high camp to the summit and then a nasty snowstorm on the way down. All are tired, but safe and happy.
Today they’re descending to Plaza Mulas on the Horcones Valley side. Doing a ‘traverse’ allows the crew to get down and out quicker. Plus, it’s just more fun and gives the team an opportunity to see this other side of the mountain.
Good way to start the New Year.
Phil Ershler
Aconcagua (Photo: Phil Ershler)