We are thrilled to report that our entire Everest team stood on the top of the world at 9:30 am on May 23rd!
We were on pins and needles, waiting as our team moved up with a decent, but far from perfect weather forecast. Fortunately, the gusty winds predicted failed to materialize and the team enjoyed a beautiful, warm night and a clear dawn as they climbed to the summit. They made good time, even with having to negotiate a large number of other climbers, and returned safely to Camp 4 at 26,000 feet at about 3:30 pm.
Congratulations to our five climbers, two guides and 12 Climbing Sherpas!!!!!!!!!
Here is a podcast from Scott Woolums, our expedition leader, as he checked back in from Camp 4, following their successful summit:
Everyone is headed home!
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