I hadn’t brushed my teeth in 24 hours. Albany to Atlanta, Atlanta to Santiago, and finally, Santiago to Mendoza. We’d […]
Aconcagua: Med Kit
We get sick. And unfortunately, germs and bacteria really don’t care about our mountain climbing schedules. Wednesday, 2/6: It presents […]
Aconcagua: Food
Chocolate. Peanut butter. Chocolate covered pretzels and more peanut butter. Okay, I’ve got the most important “food groups” covered. So, […]
Climb it 4 Climate: A message from Cathy Dove
The following is a reflection written by Paul Smith’s College President Cathy Dove on her recent trip to Tanzania and Mount Kilimanjaro. As President of Paul Smith’s College, I have both a personal and professional interest in addressing issues […]
Aconcagua: Itinerary
Wishes for good luck and health pour in. At work, colleagues ask, “Excited?” “Ready?” Yep and yep. Friends and family […]
Aconcagua: The Team
We’re a team of seven. Six men, one woman. Teens to sixties. A doctor, two students, a professor, interpretive guide, […]
Aconcagua: Gear List
The La Sportiva G2 SM double mountaineering boots are broken in. The gear is lain out and my excitement builds. […]
