LOC:
Tent, Camp on Glacier near Wahoo Tower.
Sky
Clear, Wind Calm, No Precip, -6.6°C
We
made it! Yesterday was crazy with the emotions of wanting to go but
not knowing for sure if it would happen. It was the worst at the
Pemberton Airfield. When we arrived our plane wasn't there and in
the end he was only 15min late but was a very long 15min.
Dale,
the pilot was a helpful, friendly man. The flight was beautiful.
Snow-world fully realized. The plane flew low and slow and the views
were surreal. It took 30-40min. When we arrived at the place we
would camp, he circled a few times and it was very intense because
the plane felt like it was upside down and these mountains were on
there side. When we finally landed it was a relief.
It
was already late in the day so we went about making camp and having
dinner. Sam and Martina's experience was very beneficial. The
kitchen is a deep pit with high walls to keep out the snow and
different levels for standing, sitting and cooking. Each tent has an
extensive wall around it as well.
The
bench we are on is relatively small. Like the size of four to five
soccer pitches. It rolls off to the East and West and there are
minor peaks to the North and South. Last night we had clear skies
and a large waxing gibbous moon. It should be spectacular when it is
full.
Our
goal for today is Wahoo Tower. The weather couldn't be better and we
don't want to leave it and regret it if the weather changes.
Whatever happens though, for me this trip is already a success. Just
camping on a Glacier, in this epic snow wilderness, makes me happy.
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