Zach called from the Southeast Fork of the Kahiltna Glacier a couple of hours ago. It is hard to call it "Base Camp," as there is absolutely no infrastructure or other tents. Two feet of new snow fell yesterday, while they waited to fly in. It seems to have fallen with no wind, as it was light and deep!
The team spent the day organizing their equipment and reviewing skills. They set up camp and are currently all hunkered down for the evening. Temperatures ranged from about 38 degrees Fahrenheit in the sun to about 25 in the shade. They will sleep in tomorrow morning so as to take advantage of the sun and travel in its warmth.
There is apparently a team of five climbers ahead of our crew, so we're not the first team of the season on the mountain, but Zach said "Base Camp" was an amazingly peaceful place today.
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Enjoy the mountain with so few people guys, stay warm and pablo I hope we catch up with one another on the flip side.
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Harold
Best of luck to you all (esp Eugene and Albert) and we will monitor your progress accompanying you all with loving support from Ireland. Have a wonderful adventure and be safe! Maeve Garvey
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