Elbrus Expedition Dispatch
July 9, 2015 – Some Great Photo Memories of Our Climb and Our Return to the Valley
Nic captured this great image of Vladimir from Ukraine guiding near the summit of Elbrus. Many BAI climbers know this man's strength and his spirit.
Vladimir is always ready with a reassuring smile, but you know that he is prepared and that he is tough.
We ha complete success on Elbrus summit on Tuesday. We were there in the morning at 9:13 am
The Scottsdale team on the top
Heather leads the team lower on the mountain.
Nic high on Elbrus
Todd and Heather high on Elbrus
Yesterday morning we packed up and got ready to head down the mountain
Kristen and Karina loaded on the snowcat and ready to start down
At the bottom of the mountain with our wonderful cook, Leila
When we got down we headed to our favorite spot for beer and barbeque.
Kristen has the grilled vegetables here every time. They look excellent.
Karina enjoys tea at our lunch in the valley after we came down.
Vladimir from Moscow has been working in support for us throughout this trip. He is the one who sent the extra boots up for Heather to try out before summit day. He is always full of good stories and zest for life.