February 20, 2012 Mike Hamill and team called in from Plaza Mulas to let us know they made it safe & sound to base camp. They’ll make the long hike out to Mendoza tomorrow, and enjoy a nice dinner later that evening. Home soon! Becky Kjorvestad
Aconcagua
Summit Success On Aconcagua
February 19, 2012 Mike called today saying they made the top and are almost back to high camp. Time for these horses to head for the barn. Congratulations. That means all IMG teams have reached the summit this season. Phil Ershler
Weekend Update From South America
February 18, 2012 Phil heard from the teams today, here’s whats happening… Aconcagua Mike, Luke, Leandro and crew are all at C3, high camp. The gang is feeling the altitude but all are there and hoping Sunday provides the weather needed to take a shot at the summit. It was a little snowy and blustery […]
Successful Carry To C3
February 16, 2012 Mike Hamill and I just spoke via sat phone. He reported a good carry to C3 (high camp) was completed today and that the team is already back at C2 and looking forward to a rest day tomorrow. Mike’s tentative plan is to rest on the 17th, move to high camp on […]
Mendoza Or Bust
February 15, 2012 Greg Vernovage and Team called from Penitentes. Long walk out from Mulas but it’s done. Guys are now chomping at the bit to get to Mendoza. It’ll be a late arrival, but they’ll be happy. Phil Ershler
Aconcagua Team Settled At C2
February 15, 2012 The guys put in another solid day today. They set up camp at C2 and already thinking about their carry tomorrow to C3. Typically, a rest day follows that carry to high camp prior to moving up. All remains good. Phil Ershler
Almost A Wrap
February 14, 2012 We’re about ready to wrap this one up. Greg called to report they were dining on pizza in Plaza Mulas. The hard work is over. Mules carry out the group gear and most of the personal gear tomorrow. The guys will be in Mendoza later tomorrow evening. It’s all over now except […]
Valentine Greetings From Aconcagua
February 14, 2012 The carry to Camp 2, just above the Ameghino Saddle, went well for Mike Hamill’s team today. They’re already back at C1. More than anything, the entire team wanted to send Valentine’s Day greetings to all their loved ones. Another good day is in the books. Phil Ershler
Preparing For Carry To C2
February 13, 2012 Just received the afternoon call from Mike Hamill and his Aconcagua crew. All up at C1 today and all’s good. Plan is a carry tomorrow to C2. Phil Ershler
Aconcagua Team Summits
February 13, 2012 Team 4 summited Aconcagua this morning. 5 a.m. was the departure time and the team was back at high camp exactly 12 hours later.  Weather was good going up and on top. Winds were calm on the summit, allowing the crew to take photos for 35 minutes prior to heading down. Time […]