From: Jay A.
Sent: Thursday, June 15, 2017 3:04 PM
To: Phil Ershler
Subject: Romulo and Ecuador
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- Chimborazo at 17,300.
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- Coming off the summit of Cayambe.
Phil, I wanted to drop you a note and let you know that my son, Jared, and I just returned from 10 days in Ecuador with Romulo and his wonderful family.
The experience was incredible: Romulo showed us the highlands of Ecuador and taught us so much about his beautiful country and its people. From charming and historic haciendas, to animal markets where Jared and I were the only foreign visitors, to small towns and bustling cities, Romulo opened our eyes to a whole different culture and a fascinating history. We hiked up Majanda, two of the Pichinchas (Rucu and Guagua), and Chimbo to 17,300.’
And – despite some bad weather beforehand – Romulo guided us to the summit of Cayambe, our first high-altitude climb.
Romulo and his wife took great care of us and every moment with them was priceless. Jared and I are truly grateful to count them now as our friends.
Phil, thank you for introducing us to Romulo. Jared and I have climbed with IMG a handful of times over the past few years (three times on Rainier, twice in New Hampshire) and IMG made each one of those trips an unforgettable and meaningful experience.
You did it again with Romulo and Ecuador. And we are not at all surprised.
With many thanks and fond regards,
Jay and Jared