The short version is that our team made it to the summit of Mt. Everest and back to Base Camp safely. Most of us are a little beat up but we all still have our fingers, toes and noses. What an amazing experience! I reached the summit on Monday, May 22nd at 4:25am just before sunrise.
There are a lot of details contained within the summit rotation, some of which I'll need to think about. It's a very stressful time which lasts for six days with a major lack of nutrition and hydration. My goal is to work on a detailed post during the flights home.
Today is Wednesday, May 24th and I'm leaving Kathmandu tonight satisfied that I achieved my goal of climbing well, reaching the highest point on the planet and returning to civilization safely. Below is a photo of me at high camp (Camp 4) on the South Col just after arriving there on Sunday, May 21st. Behind me is the summit with a large plume coming off of it to due windy conditions.
Namaste
Brother, Congratulations!!!!!!
ReplyDeleteGlad to hear you made it successfully to "the Summit" and heading back. Enjoy the nutrition and hydration... LOL. Soak ALL of it in. I look forward to hearing all about it. Deb and look forward to sharing a beverage and hearing about the climb.
Congratulations! That's fantastic. Can't wait to hear more about it
ReplyDeleteDave, Congratulation! it's wonderful, I am so proud of you.
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