August 8, 2013 IMG guide Matt Farmer just reported in from a private climb in the Swiss Alps. This 8-day program started on August 5 with a plan to train and climb in the Chamonix area followed by an attempt on the classic Mittellegi Ridge of the Eiger.  Here’s what he had to say: “Howdy […]
Archive: August, 2013
Bolivia Climbers Ready For The Mountains!
August 8, 2013 Another great acclimatization day in Bolivia. We got an early start and caught a boat ride to Sun Island. It was a beautiful morning for a hike. We hiked up to the look out point and were able to see Illiampu as well as Illimani off in the distance. After a great […]
The Training Continues
August 8, 2013 Another check-in from Phil early this morning. Everything is on track! “Another day of training and acclimatization is in the books. Weather continues to hold. Up to the high hut in the morning. Everyone will be moving up.” Phil Ershler
Going For A Hike In Russia
August 7, 2013 First day in the valley start with a 3000′ hike up to the observatory. Great way to get a little acclimatization in. Weather was pretty much perfect. Training tomorrow on the glacier. It’ll be great to put on the spikes. Phil Ershler
Blessed By Coca-Cola And Beer
August 7, 2013 From: Greg Vernovage Sent: Tuesday, August 06, 2013 6:55 PM To: Eric Simonson; Tye Chapman Subject: Bolivia Update Eric, The team had quite an adventurous day here in Bolivia joining in the celebration of Bolivia’s birthday. We weaved through traffic and a number of parades on our way to Copacabana and Lake […]
The Witches Market For Lunch
August 5, 2013 We have the whole team together here in La Paz. Â It was great to have everyone arrive with ALL of there luggage. Â Always a big first step. The team got to know each other this morning and we set out for our city tour. Â We had to stop by a favorite spot […]
Elbrus Team Checks In
August 5, 2013 Word just in from Phil… “All here. All healthy. Full day of sightseeing. Knocking back a steak dinner right now. Early flight to the Caucasus in the morning. Life is good.” Â – Phil Ershler
Trekkers Taking It All In
August 1, 2013 IMG lead guide Peter Anderson called in at mid-day today from the top of the third pass. It is another beautiful day and all are doing well. They have great views of Salkantay Mountain and the surrounding peaks. They have about three hours left to reach their camp this afternoon, and will […]
Success (& Amazing View) On Fuhrer’s Finger
August 1, 2013 Fuhrer’s Finger never ceases to amaze me… Sometimes everything just seems to line up; the weather, the route (which initially seemed positively impassable) and good company. Our ascent of Mt. Rainier via the Fuhrer’s Finger was a gem last week. The crew packed a lot in over four days including threading the […]