February 14, 2020

Hiking in Patagonia (Jonathan)

Jonathan said goodbye to three members who were participating in just the first part of our Patagonia program, and is now in Argentina with the three remaining members who are staying on to see the Fitz Roy region. Things are just cruising along!

The Trail is Up (Rikki)

Robert, Leo, Nate and team are doing OK on Aconcagua, too. After a rest, they moved on up to C2. The trick now is to start thinking about the timing of the summit push–checking forecasts, keeping an eye on everyone’s performance, and plain cold keeping fingers crossed. Bottom line–everyone’s hanging in there and getting it done!

Phil Ershler

February 10, 2020

Summit of Aconcagua (Rikki)

Seems as though all is well down south! Rikki, Martin and crew made it down to base camp on the Horcones side today and will be in Mendoza tomorrow night. Good for them!

Robert, Leo and Nate have a strong team and are currently in C1. No issues and weather remains satisfactory.

Views in the French Valley (Jonathan)

Jonathan and team continue to enjoy the fun trekking, excellent views and good living that Patagonia provides. That trip is just pure fun.

Phil Ershler

February 8, 2020

Rikki’s Aconcagua team is at high camp today. All members are doing well, weather is reasonable, and they intend to take a summit shot Sunday morning. That’s the real important news from down south. Wish them luck. Forecast is favorable, as I mentioned.

Robert’s Aconcagua group is doing well, too. They’re through their medical checks at Aconcagua base camp and building their acclimatization foundation by climbing high and sleeping low. A carry day and a move day to each camp, with a rest thrown in as needed.

Meanwhile down in Patagonia, Jonathan and team are just having more fun than they likely imagined. Some nights in tents, some nights in huts and every day new scenery and memorable hiking. It’s just a good trip.

Send Rikki, Martin and crew good thoughts.

Phil Ershler