Stories: Rapid Ascent
Mountain adventures create the best stories, and we want to share some of ours with you. Dive into Alpenglow Stories to stay up to date on expeditions in the field, read blogs, and get tips and tricks from guides.
Gearing up for Acclimatization on Lobuche East
The following blog is courtesy of Billi Bierling, Himalayan Experience: Rest, Practice and a Glimpse into the Khumbu Icefall After having enjoyed a slightly clouded view of Everest from Kala…
Read the storyPuja and Kala Pattar
The following blog is courtesy of Billi Bierling, Himalayan Experience: Buddhist Blessings for a Successful Expedition Tuesday started as usual with a hot fresh face towel and a cup of…
Read the storyArrival at Base Camp
The following blog is courtesy of Billi Bierling, Himalayan Experience: Home sweet home The group has finally set foot into their temporary home at 5,350m that has been diligently set…
Read the storyOnward to Lobuche
The following blog is courtesy of Billi Bierling, Himalayan Experience: Lobuche Base Camp – almost home The team is currently making its way up to Lobuche village (4,910m), where Himalayan…
Read the storyFrom Phortse to Pheriche
The following blog is courtesy of Billi Bierling, Himalayan Experience: After a sturdy breakfast, the group left Phortse and is now on its way Pheriche, which at 4,600m is the…
Read the storyEverest Team in Khumjung
The following blog is courtesy of Billi Bierling, Himalayan Experience: Khumjung Main Square turns into Cricket Pitch The team has spent its first full rest day in Khumjung and according…
Read the storyThe Adventure Begins
The following post is courtesy of Billi Bierling, Himalayan Experience: On Thursday morning, the team simply had to roll out of bed, have breakfast on the terrace offering a stupendous…
Read the storyEverest Begins, 2011!
The following post is courtesy of Billi Bierling, Himalayan Experience: Himex Spring Season is kicking off It’s the last week in March and Kathmandu is teeming with mountaineers, no matter…
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