Friday, May 21, 2010

Rest day at 14k

The team took a rest day yesterday in preparation for their move to high camp today. 14k is a great place to rest because it is a good elevation where climbers can acclimatize for the upper mountain but still maintain their strength. At high camp it can be difficult to maintain strength for long periods due to the elevation and the related decrease in appetite, but the report came in that the team walked over to the Edge of the World to looked into the northwest fork of the Kahiltna, sunbathed in the afternoon sun and ate fried chicken and cornbread prepared by our southern backcountry chef/guide Sean McManamy. Not too shabby.
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  1. UnknownMay 21, 2010 at 4:40 PM

    Fried chicken and cornbread, sounds like a great meal on the high mountain. Stay well and safe.

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  2. AnonymousMay 22, 2010 at 5:09 AM

    hope that chicken and afternoon sun prepares you for the next leg!!! hi kristina and don, hope all is well. love, mom and dad

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  3. AnonymousMay 22, 2010 at 10:31 AM

    Pep&Elna. All the best for the last stretch! We know you can do it - can't wait to see the pics! Love you lots! Bulls through to finals! Francois, Thiesa & Kids!

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