April 19, 2024
Ang Jangbu and Phunuru report that the Everest climbers had a good day of training today on the glacier near Base Camp, practicing crossing ladders and making the transitions between ladders and steep icy slopes. These skills are critical for moving smooth and fast in the Khumbu Icefall! Meanwhile, we have six sherpas carrying to Camp 1 today, to start getting that campsite prepared. The climbers will take a rest day tomorrow, then will be planning their “dry run” the following day, going partway up the Icefall to get familiarized with the terrain and rope systems.
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- Ladder practice (Phunuru)
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- Icefall training on the Khumbu Glacier
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- Headlights in the Icefall (Ang Jangbu)
Over in the Hinku valley, Porter McMichael and his team had a good acclimatization hike today from Khare up to the Mera La (about 17,750 ft). They will be taking at least one more rest day before heading to the High Camp. All’s well in Nepal!
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- Mera Team on the way to Mera La (Porter McMichael)
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- Mera climbers above Khare looking down Hinku Valley (Porter McMichael)
