Kilimanjaro Expedition Dispatches
Philmont Staff Association and Friends Kilimanjaro Climb and Safari
Lemosho Traverse and Safari, June 11-29, 2011
Away we go to Northern Tanzania for an exciting climb of Africa’s highest mountain, Kilimanjaro at 19,340ft/5895m. Adventures are nothing new for this seasoned group of outdoorsmen and women, many of whom are members of the Philmont Staff Association. To become a member of the association, you must have worked at the Philmont Scout Ranch in Cimarron, New Mexico or at one of their partner establishments. The Philmont Scout Ranch first opened in 1938 and has created adventures for over 930,000 Scouts, Venturers and leaders since then. Today it operates camping, training and work programs for youth and adults wanting to spend time in the great outdoors.
This group of veteran Scouts and their friends will climb the scenic and exciting Lemosho Traverse in hopes of reaching Kilimanjaro’s Uhuru Peak, the summit. Following their climb to the rooftop of Africa, some members and their families will continue their adventure on safari where they will travel to Tarangire National Park, to Ngorongoro Crater and to the Serengeti.
One thing’s for sure, these climbers and their families are going to “BE PREPARED” for the challenges ahead. Follow along as they create legendary memories suited for telling around the campfire.
Climbers:
- Jeremy Archer
- Max Archer
- Lee Huckstep
- Reed Ference
- Elijah Fry
- Elizabeth Lockwood
- Jim Lynch
- Will Lynch
- Adam Nye
- Peter Nye
- John O’Brien
- John Privitera
- David Ramos
- Randy Saunders
- Rick Touchette
Safari Members:
- Bill Lockwood
- Jane Lynch
- Alex Nye
- Sue Nye
Guides:
- Wally Berg
- Eric Marimbo
- Bob Birkby
- Julius Ihonde
- Julius Minja
- Samwell Danford
- Zakayo Masulya
- Jacob John
- Omary Njon
Cooks:
- Peter Patrick
- Godfrey Kisamo
- Chimbe Ramadari
Camp Service Directors:
- Shamani Juma
- Arnold Kimaro
- Kornel Mtuy
- Cyprian Mtuy
Safari Guides:
- David Mushi
- Paul Nyalusi
- Godwin Ngushway
Latest News and Daily Dispatches:
- June 30, 2011 – Philmont Climb Photo Recap
- June 28, 2011 – Goodbye Serengeti, Goodbye Tanzania
- June 27, 2011 – The Serengeti Plain
- June 26, 2011 – In the Serengeti
- June 25, 2011 – A Day Inside the Crater
- June 24, 2011 – The Team Travels to Ngorongoro Crater
- June 23, 2011 – The Safari Begins in Tarangire National Park
- June 22, 2011 – A Joyful Hike and Return to Arusha
- June 21, 2011 – Descending to Mweka Camp
- June 20, 2011 – Safely Off the Summit and Relaxing at the Crater Camp
- June 20, 2011 – Summit Success for Everyone!
- June 19, 2011 – We Made it to Kossovo Camp
- June 18, 2011 – Over the Barranco Wall and on to the Karanga Valley
- June 17, 2011 – Beautiful Afternoon at the Lava Tower
- June 16, 2011 – Great Company and Fantastic Sights
- June 15, 2011 – Resting at Shira I Camp
- June 14, 2011 – Day One on the Mountain: Climb to Big Tree Camp
- June 14, 2011 – The Team Leaves for the Mountain
- June 13, 2011 – Shakedown Day for Climbing Kilimanjaro
- June 12, 2011 – The Team Arrives in Arusha
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