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Archive for August, 2014

Dave Cohn’s Summit of Pequeno Alpamayo

Wednesday, August 20th, 2014

After a weeklong expedition in Bolivia Dave Cohn is back at home to celebrate an incredible accomplishment; summiting Pequeno Alpamayo.

Dave has been a longtime climber of Berg Adventures and his determination to achieve his goals has always been an inspiration. On August 17th, he and BAI guide Osvaldo woke up at 3am to begin their summit attempt. It was a long day and the mountain presented them with some challenges but they were focused and ready to take on whatever came their way. At 11:30am Dave and Osvaldo stood on the summit of Pequeno Alpamayo at 17,618ft/5,370m. To listen to Dave’s summit call check out his summit day dispatch. For some amazing photos that Osvaldo took of their summit day click here for the summit day recap.

Congratulations on a great climb Dave! We can’t wait to see what’s next!

Dave ready to go on summit day!

Dave ready to go on summit day!

Base Camp got hit with a lot of snow.

Base Camp got hit with a lot of snow.

Climbing a ridge on the way to the summit

Climbing a ridge on the way to the summit

The New Summit Sign on Mount Kilimanjaro

Friday, August 15th, 2014

Anyone who has been to the summit of Kilimanjaro will remember the motivation to take the final steps to the top of the mountain: a historic, weather beaten wooden sign that already looked familiar to them from photos they had seen in books. For years climbers have taken photos in front of it, hung flags around it and felt accomplished by seeing the words “Congratulations, you are now at Uhuru Peak”.

The original wooden summit sign

The original wooden summit sign

In March of 2012 the old crooked, weather beaten sign was taken down and replaced with a new one. It was plastic! And it was a very odd shade of green that did not show well in photos. At the same time a green plastic sign was placed on the Crater Rim at Stella Point. It was still an emotional and gratifying moment to reach the Crater Rim and have BAI chef Yona hand you a can of Red Bull with a smile; but somehow the moment just did not seem the same in photos.

The plastic lime green sign erected in 2012

The plastic lime green sign erected in 2012

We appreciate the action taken by KINAPA, Kilimanjaro Park. They listened to the guides and climbers from around the world who said, “bring back the wooden sign.”

KINAPA even erected a new summit sign at Stella Point. Father and son Jonathan and Jordan Aibel stand proud in front of it

KINAPA even erected a new summit sign at Stella Point. Father and son Jonathan and Jordan Aibel stand proud in front of it

Berg Adventures Kilimanjaro team reached the Summit on August 11th to find a new sign welcoming them to the highest point in Africa. The more photogenic wooden sign will be a part of climbers experience on Kilimanjaro for many years to come and our team members were excited to be one of the first to make memories in front of it.

A new wooden summit sign. Thanks KINAPA!

A new wooden summit sign. Thanks KINAPA!

BAI climbers love the new sign!

BAI climbers love the new sign!

To have your chance to stand proud in front of the new summit sign, join us from December 20 – January 2 as we return to make another ascent to the rooftop of Africa! Contact our office for details!

Terri’s Travel Tips – Keeping Your Fluids Topped Up

Friday, August 15th, 2014

Ever wondered if you are drinking enough water? Do you know the signs of dehydration?

Aconcagua climbers take a break to hydrate

Aconcagua climbers take a break to hydrate

Personal trainer Terri Truman is here to tell you how you can help your body feel its best by understanding the signs of not getting enough hydration.

“Mountaineering or trekking at altitudes can present its own set of hydration challenges. Increase your fluid intake at higher altitudes to compensate for exertion and aridity. The key is drink before you’re thirsty: if you wait, you’re probably already dehydrated!”

Read the full article.

Drinking water on the summit of Chimborazo at 20,701ft/6,310m

Drinking water on the summit of Chimborazo at 20,701ft/6,310m

Always drink lots of water! Your body will thank you for it.

Always drink lots of water! Your body will thank you for it.

Click here for more of Terri’s helpful training tips!

It’s No Mirage, It’s Marrakesh

Wednesday, August 6th, 2014

Have you heard? Berg Adventures just announced an exciting new trip to Morocco and the High Atlas Mountains.

The last stop on our exciting itinerary (we include a climb of Morocco’s highest mountain – Mount Toubkal!), is Marrakesh. It is the perfect place to unwind after the exciting adventure and also the perfect place to stock-up on gifts for your loved ones at the world-class open-air markets. Read our list of the top five things to do in Marrakesh.