The team awoke to clear skies and packed up to make a summit bid. Unfortunately, as they arrived at Denali Pass at 18,200' and got their first view of the summit proper, they found it shrouded by a thick lenticular cloud. Dave Staeheli, their lead guide, is familiar with these clouds and the high winds that they entail, so he turned the group around and they headed back to high camp.
Sure enough, in the afternoon, the winds picked up and plumes of snow were seen blowing off the upper plateau of the mountain. What appeared to be a good summit day had deteriorated into a windy gale.
They'll wake up early and try again tomorrow.
Think calm thoughts for the team!
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Lots of calm thoughts are coming your way! Hope the weather cooperates tomorrow for one and all. Wish I could blink myself up there to share in the grandeur, but I have always felt a part of your experiences, Tom. Be happy and be safe. Looking forward to hearing good news. Love, Diane.
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