Dec 15 2009
The 4th group of the season completed yesterday their acclimatization to Mendoza's steak and Malbec wine(s). British, American and Australian are the nationalities in the 7 climbers group. There are two father and son teams! Seasoned guide Mike Bradley is in charge, and Mt Rainier guide Andy Kittleson is coguiding. Today they headed towards Los Penitentes. This ski resort, at 2700m, functions in summer as starting point for many expeditions. Tomorrow they will get to the trailhead and begin the hike in to base camp (three days). They will be calling to Mendoza from a sat phone, so I will post more news as they come. Regards!
Nicolás García
AP Mendoza
