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Archive for July, 2014

Mount Elbrus Expedition Recap

Thursday, July 17th, 2014

From city to summit our Mount Elbrus expedition team can say they have been to Russia and seen it all! After two weeks in one of Berg Adventures favorite locations our climbers have returned to their homes of Canada, the United States and Sweden with stories of accomplishments and memories that will last a lifetime! Check out some of our favorite photos on our three-part photo recap: St. Petersburg & Moscow, Acclimatization in the Caucasus Mountains, and Summit Day of our Mount Elbrus expedition.

The 2014 Elbrus Expedition Team with their goal; Mount Elbrus towering behind them

The 2014 Elbrus Expedition Team with their goal; Mount Elbrus towering behind them.

Which way to the summit of Mount Elbrus? Our summit team will show you the way on our photo recap

Which way to the summit of Mount Elbrus? Our summit team will show you the way on our photo recap.

The trip began in the historical streets of St. Petersburg where the team toured the streets and visited some of the famous sites like the Hermitage, St. Isaac’s Cathedral and even a boat tour along the canal. One climber, Micheline thibodeau even ran the 10 KM “White Nights” race in the morning before sightseeing. After a busy first few days in St. Petersburg the team was off to explore another great Russian city; Moscow. Some of their favorite places in Moscow were the Kremlin and viewing St. Basil’s Cathedral lit up at night. Before they departed for the mountains the team got up nice and early for a very special tour; a visit of Lenin’s Mausoleum in the Red Square where people can view the body as it has been preserved.

The team on the streets of St. Petersburg

The team on the streets of St. Petersburg

Experiencing the “White Nights” of St. Petersburg

Experiencing the “White Nights” of St. Petersburg

Our trip into the mountains was one the team will never forget. Seeing our dear friends, who greeted us at the airport, and stayed with us throughout the climb was a great way to start off our climb of Europe’s tallest peak. Though conditions on the mountain presented us with challenges our strong group of climbers were determined and well equipped. Reaching the top of Mount Elbrus at 18,586ft/5,665m was incredibly rewarding, especially since the weather was perfectly clear and allowed us incredible views of the surrounding Caucasus.

It was an incredible summit day on Mount Elbrus

It was an incredible summit day on Mount Elbrus

The hardworking team on the Summit of Mount Elbrus

The hardworking team on the Summit of Mount Elbrus

We cannot wait to return to Russia next year for another Mount Elbrus Expedition. Contact our office for details!

Calories in and Calories Out – Training Tips from Terri Turman

Thursday, July 17th, 2014

The right amount of nutritional intake will take you a long way. Just ask BAI climbers!

Have you ever wondered what makes up a calorie and just what those labels mean on the back of grocery items? Personal trainer Terri Truman is back with some more training tips to explain the importance of understanding the ingredients in your food. Check out her full article Calories in…Calories out

to learn more about the building blocks of energy required by your body for everyday activities, sports or your next outdoor adventure.