January 11, 2010
Vinson Team Dispatch: Punta Arenas
The anticipated flight into base camp from Patriot Hills. From MM collection.
The waiting game has begun! We’ve heard from our Vinson Massif team that the group has completed gear checks, had the requisite briefings with Antarctica Logistics & Expeditions, and is ready to head to the ice.
On Sunday morning, though, the flight was delayed due to news of strong winds at Patriot Hills, so the members of the group are entertaining themselves in
Willie reports that they’re all having a great time getting to know each other, and are looking forward to their time on the ice.
If you’re just now hearing about the Mountain Madness Vinson-Massif Expedition, it’s an especially exciting group. Suzanne Al Houby is the first Palestinian Arab woman to venture to