November 30, 2016
Warm Weather at C1 on a Previous Trip
The ‘good start’ on Vinson continues. Mike called yesterday afternoon and confirmed not only had the team done well on their first carry to C1 the day before but that, yesterday, they made the move and were putting finishing touches on that camp. He said it was the nicest day he could remember at that camp at this time of year. Remember, it’s still earlier in the season and they’re camped around 10,000 ft. Clear skies and no wind allows for lots of radiant heating. You got to love it.
The plan is to ‘bite the bullet’ today and make a carry at least to the top of the fixed ropes above C1 and maybe higher. Mike wants to get everything ready for the move to C2 (high camp) during this good weather. Then, take a break back at C1 and when ‘signs say yes’, move quickly to high camp and summit. That’s the plan.
Phil Ershler