The climb team heads to the trailhead at Bunny Flat this morning, and from there will depart for base camp at Hidden Valley. Today's hike of a few hours will be followed by a long summit attempt tomorrow.
They're in good form, well prepared and ready to hit the trail! There's some nervous butterflies, of course, but this is a great team and they're up to the challenge of the journey ahead. You can click on the photo to get a better look at the team in full mountain gear.
This is what Shasta looked like yesterday: clear skies and lots of snow. Great for climbing!
Deb,
Well done!! You conquered yet another mountain. Thanks for including thoughts of my best friend Helen Swaney who will have mastectomy on Monday. You are amazing!!
Nancy Wilhelm
Colorado
Posted by: Nancy Wilhelm | June 27, 2009 at 07:31 AM
Deb,
What an amazing jouney for an amazing woman. You are the bomb! Your Blossom Sisters are so proud of you. Cathy
Posted by: Cathy Cranston | June 26, 2009 at 05:34 PM
Deb,
I felt the wind in my face and the freedom of the mountain. Thanks for carrying me with you. You are an amazing woman and I'm proud to be your friend.
Love ya,
Shirl
Posted by: Shirley Driscoll | June 26, 2009 at 04:46 AM
Web,
In my eyes, you reached the summit years ago.
I am blown away by your strength, termination, and sheer will.
Your loving bro, Rick
Posted by: Rick Cole | June 25, 2009 at 08:52 PM
Yippee - You made it! We are so proud of you Deb and we can't wait to hear all about it. Love Jean and Bob
Posted by: Jean Cole | June 25, 2009 at 06:06 AM
Go Amy McAbee!! Show them what a strong Vermont woman can do! We are all so proud of you and we are thinking of you every step of the way! Have a blast!
Terry and Stacey
Posted by: Terry | June 24, 2009 at 06:48 AM
Kathi! Love it! Breathe!
Heather
Posted by: Heather Stevning | June 24, 2009 at 06:28 AM
Yeah, Kathi
Keep up the good work we are all watching and praying for you. Got your text that you arrived at base camp around 3 pm. Great Job and looking forward to seeing you Thursday coming down that Mountain. All the Soroptimist back in Moreno Valley are cheering you on. We are soooo proud of you, Love, Mom
Posted by: Ruth Cohen Mom of Kathi Randall | June 24, 2009 at 04:01 AM
Climb Against the Odds 2009 - Amazing!
Our prayers are with you and we are so proud of the work and effort that has brought you all to this point.
Amy McAbee - live it up! I'm so proud of you.
Love
Jeff
Posted by: Jeff McAbee | June 23, 2009 at 01:18 PM
Woohooo climbers! Go and get 'em!
Posted by: Genevieve Roja | June 23, 2009 at 01:14 PM
Yaaaay, Deb!! All your friends and family in little old Rhode Island are with you and your team every step of the way. Touch the stars, you guys!
Love, Pat
Posted by: Patricia Cole | June 23, 2009 at 10:25 AM
Go Megan! Go Linda! Go climbers!
Have a safe a wonderful summit tomorrow. The ISIS team back in Vermont is thinking about you all and sending our positive energy your way.
Cheers,
Pam Bates & the crew at ISIS
Posted by: Pam Bates | June 23, 2009 at 09:41 AM
Hi Kim,
Just to let you know I'm trying to keep up with your progress. If I understand it you and the team are headed for base camp and will then begin your climb to the summit tomorrow. Is that correct?
Anna and I are supporting you and wish you and all the team a sucess. I talked with Jack Williams and told him about your progress so far and ask if he would put something in the paper to let Dayton people know what your doing. He said that he would take care it.
We love you and support you.
Love Dad and Anna
Posted by: Bill Rising | June 23, 2009 at 09:13 AM
yeeehi amy mcabee! rock that mountain. we're all thinking of you and your trek back in vt at ibex!
Posted by: jess | June 23, 2009 at 08:04 AM