October 26, 2018
Phunuru with Ama Dablam (Nathan Berry)
On Ama Dablam, the Team is absolutely cranking! Phunuru called to let me know that everyone is doing very well. They had a nice rest day followed by some essential training on techniques they will need for the climb. Before training, Phunuru and Sherpa Fura trekked first to Yak Camp to find camping spots and water. After Yak Camp, they climbed to Camp 1 and pitched a couple tents.
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- Practicing the fixed lines (Sherpa Fura)
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- Camp 1 on Ama Dablam (Phunuru Sherpa)
With training complete and tents up at Camp 1, the team made plans for tomorrow. They will head out after breakfast for Yak Camp to stretch their legs, move gear up the mountain, and evaluate the route. There are a few other teams climbing on Ama Dablam and the reports are the route is in excellent condition.
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- Rigging with Valari (Nathan Berry)
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- Happy Birthday Jim! (Phunuru Sherpa)
Last thing on the agenda today – a couple teammates have birthdays coming up! Wishing them each a very Happy Birthday!!!
Greg Vernovage