July 17, 2012 Eben left a voice message to let us know the first day on safari had gone well. They flew to the Serengeti and the first day ‘sightings’ included: crocodile, leopard, gazelle, giraffe, elephant, baboons, hippo, lion, blue-balled monkeys. He reported sunset at their private camp, sitting by the fire, was simply “amazing†[…]
July 15, 2012 Eben called in this morning to report not only did each member have a milkshake in Moshi, they had two. Topped off, of course, with pizza. They head out on safari in the morning. I’m always anxious to hear about what they see. Each safari is different. They’ll have to go some […]
July 13, 2013 Had a quick chat with Eben this morning (early Seattle time). He let us know that the team had reached Mweka Camp at 10,000’. Guys are big time tired but big time thrilled. Reminds me of the old expression – “No guts, no gloryâ€. Tomorrow’s an easy 4 hours out to the […]
July 13, 2013 Eben’s updates from Kilimanjaro are consistent – consistently good. The crew had another great day and arrived at Barafu (high camp) early in the afternoon. One nice afternoon meal, some packing, a lot of drinking (water) and it was early to bed. Weather looks very favorable for their ascent this evening. With […]
July 12, 2012 So, I’m beginning to wonder if these guys are having too much fun.  Talked to Eben today and he said weather continues to be about perfect and everyone is just doing well.  They’re at the Karanga Camp for tonight, maybe 13,500’.  He said sunsets have been awesome. Phil Ershler
July 12, 2012 They’ve been up from Shira Camp, past the Lava Tower and got to Baranco Camp yesterday. Weather is great, team is great. Today’s morning is fun with a climb of the Baranco Wall and then a quick jaunt over to Karanga Camp. Sleeping altitude will be about the same – 13,000’. Trip […]
July 10, 2012 I was tempted to title this blog post “fat, dumb and happy†but I’ll refrain. Regardless of what I was thinking, the team is well and now at the Shira Camp around 12,500’. A bit misty early but perfect sunshine for most of the day. Warm, too. The day to Shira is […]
July 9, 2012 Eben was able to get out a short email today from the Machame Camp at 10,000’ on the slopes of Kilimanjaro. Here were his ‘bullet points’: Team great All healthy Six hours to camp Relaxed pace Good guys Super dinner Taking pictures of the milky way Rainy in the morning Glorious sun […]
July 8, 2012 Eben’s ready for round two. His second group for the season has arrived and with all gear in tow. Sunday was spent packing and touring Moshi. A visit to and an opportunity to support the Porter Assistance Program based in Moshi, some milk shakes and a bit of shopping were all in […]
July 6, 2012 Eben Reckord reports that the team had another great day today with more game viewing on the Serengeti, then a drive to Ngorongoro Crater with a stop at Olduvai Gorge en route. Tonight they enjoyed a big bonfire on the rim of the Crater, and their Maasai camp helpers joined in for […]
