September 17, 2013

From: Chris Meder
Sent: Tuesday, September 17, 2013 8:05 AM
To: Phil Ershler
Subject: Success on Kilimanjaro

Phil,

Coming back down into high camp at Barafu (Chris Meder)

We had a great summit day yesterday, and a relatively easy walk out this morning.  The descent is always a nice time to reflect on the climb, and yesterday’s view on the way down did not disappoint.

Chris

September 15, 2013

From: Chris Meder
Date: September 15, 2013, 4:25:06 AM PDT
To: Phil
Subject: Kili team at high camp

We had a good walk today to Barafu camp. The team is prepping for the summit climb tonight and everyone is doing well. Weather continues to be pretty clear with afternoon clouds – perfect conditions. We’ll be leaving high camp at midnight and the team is excited for the light of an almost full moon which should make things fun. We’ll try to check in from the summit!

Chris

September15, 2013

From: Chris Meder
Date: September 14, 2013, 7:50:39 AM PDT
To: Phil
Subject: Kili climbers tackle Barranco wall

Phil,

The group had a great day today. We tackled the Barranco wall first thing after breakfast, and everyone put in a great effort. The most heard comment at the top was “Is that it? We want to do more!” Always good to hear that people are having fun. Then we took a well deserved break and loads of photos at the high point under the southern glaciers with clear weather. We arrived Karanga early afternoon to a big lunch – fried chicken, French fries and watermelon. The Chagga cooks are putting on a great show with the meals. This afternoon everyone is relaxing in the sun. Tomorrow we turn our minds toward the summit as we head to high camp. Everyone is excited and doing well. We”ll check in from Barafu tomorrow.

Chris