Heidi and Claudio reached the highest point in South America yesterday (Tuesday) afternoon. They left under pretty clear skies, and the clouds built up all day and they descended in a white out and snow. They made it in about 11 hours round trip, and were tired, but happy when they called from high camp. David remained in camp yesterday.
The team will be descending to Plaza de Mulas basecamp today for hot meals and a good night sleep before hiking out to civilization on Thursday.
Congratulations, and way to stick it out up there at high camp. 19,800 ft on Aconcagua is not a comfortable place to wait for good summit day weather.
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Wow! I am so proud of you! Sounds like the descent was a bit scary but I'm sure you handled it with aplomb. Can't wait to see your pics. This has been a long time coming - you so deserved it! xxx
ReplyDeleteDad - You did so well. Can't wait to see you. Be safe coming down.
ReplyDeleteLove Beth
And congrats Claudio and Heidi!
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