Elbrus Expedition Dispatch

Berg Adventures Mt. Elbrus Expedition July 10 - July 25, 2009

Follow our team of two from Gibraltar as they attempt to climb to the top of Europe’s highest summit, Mount Elbrus. This trip is a favorite of Berg Adventures not only for the fantastic mountaineering experience but also because of the rich history and culture of the Russian people.

Stay tuned daily. We will send dispatches to track our progress and experiences along the way!

Climbers:

• Richard Roberts
• Nicole Patterson

Guides

• Karina Mezova
• Vladimir Bakhmutov

Cook:

• Irina

Latest News and Daily Dispatches:

• July 23, 2009 – A Visit to Chegem Waterfall
• July 22, 2009 – A Hike to Terskol Valley
• July 21, 2009 – Gibraltar Flag on the Top of Europe!
• July 20, 2009 – Summit Success!
• July 18, 2009 – Team Reaches Pashtukov Rocks, 4700 Meters
• July 17, 2009 – Richard and Nicky Move into the “Barrels”
• July 16, 2009 – An Orthopedist Approved Acclimatization Day
• July 15, 2009 – Wednesday’s Acclimatization Hike
• July 13, 2009 – Warm Weather, Clear Sky: A Great First Day of Trekking in the Caucasus

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