August 16, 2013 We’ve been asked a few times this summer – where’s Dustin? Is Dustin still a guide here? The answer is – absolutely, just not this year. He’s off hiking the Pacific Crest Trail with his girl Caroline. I caught up with Dustin and asked him to scratch out a blog post for […]
Archive: August, 2013
Huayna Potosi Summits!
August 15, 2013 IMG leader Greg Vernovage called on the sat phone to report that the team was safely back to high camp after a good summit day. The weather stayed decent and the upper mountain had good snow cover (no rock exposed this year).   The team is now packing up and heading back to […]
Next Stop Moscow
August 14, 2013 Phil called in early this morning after the team had enjoyed some hiking up the side valleys surrounding Elbrus, a nice way to wrap up their time in Terskol. Next up is a flight to Moscow where they’ll quickly check into their hotel then hit the town to take in some sights. […]
Bolivia Climbers Reach High Camp On Huayna Potosi
August 14, 2013 IMG guide Greg Vernovage reports from High Camp (“Campamento Argentino” at 16,380ft ) on Huayna Potosi that the team is doing well. They made the move up from Zongo Pass with the help of some porters. Weather looks to be good for tomorrow for their summit bid, so we’ll be looking forward […]
Elbrus Team Enjoying Their Time In Russia
August 13, 2013 Phil called in early this morning to report that all continues to go well in Russia. It started raining in the mountains which makes them appreciate their summit that much more. One more day in the Baksan Valley then it’s off to Moscow. No issues at all; they’re just enjoying Russia. Tye […]
Bolivia Climbers Summit Pequeño Alpamayo
August 12, 2013 IMG guide Greg Vernovage reports that the team had a nice climb today of Pequeño Alpamayo. At 17,482 feet it is a great acclimatization climb, and a spectacular summit. They started before dawn, climbed over the subsidiary summit of Tarija Peak, and then on to the summit of Pequeño Alpamayo. Well done, […]
“All Is Well In Russia”
August 11, 2013 Phil called in this morning from Mt. Elbrus to let us know that the team summited, and is doing well. He reported cold temps, and clear skies. They will spend one more night on the mountain before heading back to Terskol tomorrow. Before signing out, he simply said… “All is well in […]
Eiger Summit
August 11, 2013  IMG guides Matt and Margaret Farmer sent a quick message and photos from the free wifi at the Eigerjoch railway station on their way down to Kleine Scheidegg where they will spend the night.  All were successful climbing the Eiger via the Mittellegi Ridge yesterday, they report they couldn’t have asked for […]
Elbrus Team Ready To Go
August 10, 2013 Phil called today from Mt. Elbrus. He reported that the team went for an acclimatization hike today, and that everyone is feeling and looking strong. He also noted that the weather is holding steady, and looks great for their summit attempt tonight! Josh McDowell
Bolivia Climbers Reach Condoriri Base Camp
August 10, 2013 IMG leader Greg Vernovage reports by sat phone that the team are doing well and have made a good transition to the mountains. Last night they were down at the Tambo Condoriri Hut (about 14,000 feet) and today they moved up to the Condoriri Base Camp (about 15,000 feet). They will spend […]