IMG Everest Expedition Dispatch #13 April 22, 2008
IMG Leaders Mark Tucker and Ang Jangbu report most of the IMG members who went up to Camp 1 for acclimatization overnights have now returned to Base Camp for a couple well deserved days of R and R.
Their timing is excellent, since when they are ready to go back up, Camp 2 should be ready to use for the next acclimatization rotation. Today, 25 IMG Sherpas carried to Camp 2 and another big group will go up tomorrow, so the camp will be ready to use soon.
We have several big double wall "Weatherport" type tents that take quite a lot of work to get set up, but once the Sherpas have them ready to go, they make great kitchen/dining facilites at the cold and windy Camp 2 (about 21,000').
The IMG Gokyo trekkers were visiters to Base Camp the last couple days, and they have now departed, heading for Lobuche. We'll keep you posted!
Eric Simonson
everest - best to Vance White
The adventure seems to be a bit of an amazing task. Not quite as easily navigated as the Bountiful Hill training hikes at home. Climb safe!
From John and Erik - mountain hikers you would see in the mornings - please pass on to Vance
Hey Tuck!
Tuck, sending up lot's of good EI energy your way and keeping your team in my thoughts while your on yet another wild adventure. I hope they know that they have the best guide in the world. Hugs and Kisses, Berta!
love note for tuck
Hey Tuck-- a big kiss and lots of pma to you!! It's been a long time since Sami and I hiked the via ferato with you. Best wishes on the adventure.
xo
annette porter