I was very impressed with the set up at high camp and how “well greased” the whole trip logistics were. I was delighted to learn that I had to carry very little to high camp

October 29, 2015 | Posted in:

I was very impressed with the set up at high camp and how “well greased” the whole trip logistics were.  I was delighted to learn that I had to carry very little to high camp – tent, sleeping bag, pad, harness, helmet, protection were all there.  And the climb up to high camp was much easier than expected, largely because of the methodical pace set by my guide.  Finally, when we arrived, I felt like I’d walked into a palace.  It was great to have hot water, drinks, appetizers, etc. all set out for me.  The tent was spacious and incredibly comfortable.  If you could only have controlled the weather then the trip would have been perfect.  As luck would have it, the first storm of the fall/winter came in and but a dagger in the heart of my plans to bag the summit.  But we got out and gave it a good try anyway, and I had a fun, memorable trip despite not achieving the ultimate goal.