May 17th, 2024
Tents low down on the glacier at ski hill camp (Tomah Whitney)
Team 1 led by Peter Dale, has arrived at 14,000′ after a heavy pack and sled day, the work begins after pulling into camp! Setting up the tents, building snow walls, group kitchen, melting snow, and finally hot drinks, and dinner. Fun fact about 14,000′ is the “backcountry restroom has the best view in the house”!
Team 2 led by Riley Gilson has returned to camp after caching their carry at 13,500′. Rest days are used for sleeping, self-care, hydrating, managing your feet, catching up on reading, and maybe even some tunes.
Team 3 led by Justin Sackett and crew will be sharing camp tonight with Team 2 after their move to 11,000. Another long day after their back carry to retrieve their cache from Kahiltna Pass. More resting and caching is what is store for this team in the next few days.
Look for updates on Team 4 led by Forrest Baldwin, as he will be meeting up with his group in Anchorage on Monday.