In Namche, on the way in to Base Camp
Our Everest team made it through Kathmandu and on to the Khumbu Valley. We have been trekking for a few days now and are currently taking a rest day in the town of Namche. We went to the famous Bazaar this morning and are resting/acclimatizing before moving up to Deboche tomorrow. The team is doing well and enjoying the breathtaking views.
"Climbing the Seven Summits" by Mike Hamill, published by The Mountaineers Books, out in June!
Watch for "Climbing the Seven Summits" to be released early this summer. This is the definitive guide to climbing the Seven Summits and covers everything you need to know to be successful. 125 full color photos, 350 pages, and stories from the Seven Summits experts. Order your copy online today! http://www.mountaineersbooks.org/productdetails.cfm?PC=2009
Upcoming Expeditions
Upcoming Expeditions lead by guide, author, and host of ClimbingtheSevenSummits.com, Mike Hamill:
Mt. Everest:
late March – June 1
Denali:
June
Elbrus:
July
Cho Oyu:
Vinson Massif:
Late November through early December
Aconcagua:
Thanks Crossfit Burien!
I'd like to say thanks to Crossfit Burien and Joe Byers for helping me get fit for my upcoming Everest expedition. The climb should be a piece of cake after those workouts!
http://www.crossfitburien.com/
-Mike
Final Prep. for Mt. Everest Expedition
I'm putting the final touches on my packing and organization to leave for Mt. Everest on the 23rd. If all goes well this will be my 5th Everest summit and 6th expedition to the mountain. The team is ready and all of the equipment is in place. Look for updates throughout the expedition.
Best,
Mike Hamill
Aconcagua Success!
I recently returned from Aconcagua where we had good weather and great success!
Packing for Everest 2012
The last couple weeks have been full of packing food and gear for the upcoming Everest Expedition. See photos from the biggest Costco run ever and updates on the expedition here: www.mountainguides.com/everest-south12.shtml
-Mike
Successful Antarctica Expedition
I'm happy to have wrapped up 2011 with a 100% of my IMG team reaching the top of Vinson Massif, Antarctica. You can see updates from the expedition here: mountainguides.com/wordpress/climb/vinson-antarctica/
-Mike