January 28, 2019
If you missed this excellent Carstensz Pyramid Trip Report written by IMG Lead Guide, Jonathan Schrock, when we first published it, here’s another chance! We’re sure you’ll agree, Carstensz Pyramid is nothing short of an absolute adventure. You don’t have to take our word for it though, email Greg Vernovage: Everest@MountainGuides.com and come see for yourself!
January 24, 2019
Lake Titicaca from Copacabana (Greg Vernovage)
If someone falls into Lake Titicaca, it is tradition not to rescue them but to let them drown as an offering to the Earth Goddess Pachamama. Legend has it that the first Inca rose from the lake’s depths. We will visit Lake Titicaca before heading to the Cordillera Real Mountain Range to climb 3 great peaks. We still have space available on both of our Bolivia trips happening this summer.
You have questions and we have answers. Send Greg Vernovage an email at Everest@MountainGuides.com
January 24, 2019
Matterhorn (IMG Archives)
For the aspiring alpinist, the Matterhorn (14,692′) is the ultimate challenge. If its legendary stories and iconic pictures have captured your imagination and your climbing resume and fitness level meet the requirements, then join IMG in Zermatt, Switzerland this July 13-20!
Email: office@mountainguides.com for more information!
Heather Garland
January 23, 2019
Aconcagua behind them (Nickel Wood)
Third Aconcagua trip for the season is complete. Team finished their walk out from Plaza Mulas today, did a ‘duffle shuffle’ again in Penitentes and then loaded the trailer, jumped in the van and then it’s all downhill to Mendoza.
Fourth expedition will be heading out this week. We’ll share their progress with you once everyone is together and on their way!
Phil Ershler
January 23, 2019
Craig John on the summit of Mount Everest (2018) for the second time (20 years later)
Join IMG Senior Guide, Craig John, for nine days of hut to hut trekking in Iceland this summer! From the historical capital city of ReykjavÃk to the recently-formed craters Magni & Móði, Craig will lead you through a majestic landscape of gorges, waterfalls, lava flows, and more. And in the evenings, you can relax while he shares stories of his winter exploits in New England’s White Mountains, summers on Rainier, and what it’s like to summit Everest (twice!).
Limited space remains.
For more information or to sign up, contact Greg Vernovage.
January 22, 2019
Last Stretch into Base Camp (Nickel Wood)
Spoke with Nickel and Tincho from base camp on Aconcagua this morning. Everyone’s down and safe at Plaza Mulas and enjoying being cooked for by Grajales Expeditions, our service provider on the mountain. Air is thick and relatively warm and only one day of walking with a light pack separate the team from showers, steaks and a hotel bed in Mendoza.
We’ll confirm tomorrow or the following day that all’s well in Mendoza and that the team is readying for flights home.
Phil Ershler
January 22, 2019
IMG Client, John Wild, sent New England Program Directors, George Dunn & Craig John, the following email after his recent winter ascent of Mt. Washington in NH with IMG Guide Dan Riethmuller:
George/CJ,Â
The summit climb of Mt. Washington this past weekend was a great experience. It was a first class climb with a first class guide. Dan did a fantastic job getting us up and down without any problems. I will definitely recommend this climb and will be back on Mt. Washington in the future.
Best Regards,
John Wild
Well done!
IMG Office
January 21, 2019
Sky over Aconcagua (Peter Adams)
Our third expedition on Aconcagua is back at high camp, safe and sound, after a ‘hell of a go’. Got into the base of the Caneleta this morning but winds and low temperatures kept the crew from making a safe ascent. At the end of the day, discretion always has to win out over valor. 7,000 m is VERY high and summit day is VERY tough. You have to come home intact with 10 fingers and 10 toes. Congratulations to the team for giving it their all.
Base camp tomorrow and they will be eating steak in Mendoza late the following evening. Well done!
Phil Ershler
January 21, 2019
Phunuru Sherpa with Ama Dablam in the background (Nathan Berry)
Check out the great trip report written by IMG Guide, Nathan Berry about the 2018 Ama Dablam Expedition! This is an excellent write up about the climb and conditions on the mountain. If you are ready to head to Ama Dablam in 2019, we have a fantastic team coming together and are looking forward to getting back on Ama Dablam this Autumn! Please click on the link to read more about the 2018 Expedition.
https://www.mountainguides.com/amadablam-tr2018.shtml
Contact Program Director, Greg Vernovage if you are interested in joining the 2019 climb:Â Everest@MountainGuides.com
January 21, 2019
The Alaska Range from Denali (Mike Haft)
If you’re looking for the hands down best winter mountaineering seminar available, look no further than IMG’s Denali Prep Seminar. You’ll learn all of the skills necessary to take on everything from an intermediate route on Rainier to Vinson to Denali itself. We only offer a handful of these seminars each season and many have already filled, but we still have room on our March 2-8 program. That means room for you! Email: office@mountainguides.com for more info or sign up here!
Heather Garland
