January 28, 2012 The second Kili Team (and all their bags) are “present and accounted for” in Moshi. We always breathe a huge sigh of relief once we’ve got the whole group together half way around the world. After a quick foot tour of town and a visit to the Kilimanjaro Porter’s Assistance Project, they’ll […]
January 25, 2012 Craig John called in from safari. After an exciting flight to Serengeti, they were treated to some pretty great viewing right off the bat. Leopard and lion sightings almost immediately. Not too shabby! They’ll stay in the Serengeti area tonight before moving to the Ndutu area tomorrow. Lot’s of well deserved R&R […]
January 23, 2012 Craig John called in this morning from Mweka Camp (10,000′). Everyone is safely down and content. They’re super tired from the cold and windy climb and ready for a well deserved rest. A few family members are arriving in Moshi today to join the team for safari. Tomorrow they’ll drive to the […]
January 22, 2012 Craig John just called in from the summit of Kilimanjaro. This was his 19th summit, and he reports the coldest and windiest conditions that he’s ever seen on Kili. They climbed in down parkas pretty much the whole way. Nice work team! They’re heading down now, and eagerly anticipating a hot lunch […]
January 21, 2012 Craig John just called in from breakfast at Karanga Camp, and said that the group had a great night’s sleep and are gearing up for the short climb to high camp (Barafu, 15,000′). They’ll go to sleep as early as possible and try to get a few hours of rest before they […]
January 20, 2012 Craig John checked in this morning after the long day from Shira to Baranco Camp. The weather remains cold and windy and they managed to get into camp before some afternoon rain. Nice timing! They took the high traverse around Lava Tower to take advantage of the opportunity for acclimatization. The elevation […]
January 19, 2012 Craig John called in early this morning from Shira Camp (12,600′). The group had a solid day of hard work ascending the steep trail, but were rewarded with clear skies and great views. It’s been a little cold and windy, and Shira is the first camp where you can really feel the […]
January 18, 2012 IMG guide Craig John called on the sat phone from Machame Camp to report that the team had a nicehike today up through the forest. They started in Moshi, then rode up to the Machame Gate (about 6000 ft), where they started. After about five and a half hours of hiking up […]
January 17, 2012 Craig John and the entire Kili team have arrived in Moshi to begin preparations for the climb. All bags have arrived too! Nice to start things off smoothly. After a tour of Moshi, the team made final packing decisions and hauled their duffel bags one last time before handing them off to […]
January 1, 2012 Mike Hamill made a final check-in today from Arusha. Â The gang had a great safari and saw lots of big game. Â Everyone’s headed home today with great memories, stories and pictures. Â A couple of long flights home and it’s a wrap. Â Once again everybody, nice job. Now it’s time to kick off […]
