Today was prep day. We met with our guide at breakfast to arrange for our permits and have our gear inspected. We also found out we had three more people joining our trek. I thought it would just be two like in past treks but it is what it is. One is from Northern Ireland, one from Singapore and one from Israel. All men expect me. Only one of the others has climbed before, so I should be okay.
Our gear check was flawless. Our guide, Herman, was impressed that we were so well kitted. I wanted to say "This isn't our first rodeo" but didn't know if it would translate well. Living at higher altitude has adapted us to hazards of sun and dehydration so we have adapted behaviors that work on the mountain. No guarantee that we won't have mountain sickness but it helps.
Everything is sorted and packed based on when we will need access. Our expedition (Aka very, very cold weather) gear is packed for mules to carry part of the way. All in all the stuff only weights 50 lbs each. Of course our support group carries tents and food in addition.
After getting all sorted out, Jamie and I walked around town seeing the sights. We visited many parks ad just looked around. Since we don't want more things to carry or store while trekking, we didn't shop but took mental notes and got cards for the places to visit when we transit back.
At lunch, we sat in the plaza at an outdoor cafe. We ate and chilled. We watch people, listened to street musicians and enjoyed our food. We are partaking of strictly Argentinian food. Might as well experience the local color.
I had it in my mind that I needed a belt. My trekking pants without a base layer kept creeping down. I needed a fabric belt because leather can cause sweating and changing. We went to about 25 stores with no luck. Leather is big I. Argentina. So I decided to double my extra boot laces as a belt. It'll do.
We probably hoofed 8 to 10 miles. Never stop conditioning. The problem is pavement seemed harder on the feet than twenty miles on the trail. Foot sore, we sought out a restaurant recommended by Trip Advisor. Ceibo was extraordinary. Had another early dinner. Restaurants don't even open till 7 pm. We were one of the few at 7:15.
The day was hot. About 82F as we head to the first day of summer.
In our suite getting ready for bed but I am going to go out yo the park across from the hotel and check out the stars. Different stars in the sky in the Southern Hemisphere. I know we will see it every night on the mountain but I can't wait. I love the evening sky.
Tomorrow I will get up early to run. My other bucket list is to "Run" the World. I may not make but will enjoy trying.
December 11, 2014
Our gear check was flawless. Our guide, Herman, was impressed that we were so well kitted. I wanted to say "This isn't our first rodeo" but didn't know if it would translate well. Living at higher altitude has adapted us to hazards of sun and dehydration so we have adapted behaviors that work on the mountain. No guarantee that we won't have mountain sickness but it helps.
Everything is sorted and packed based on when we will need access. Our expedition (Aka very, very cold weather) gear is packed for mules to carry part of the way. All in all the stuff only weights 50 lbs each. Of course our support group carries tents and food in addition.
After getting all sorted out, Jamie and I walked around town seeing the sights. We visited many parks ad just looked around. Since we don't want more things to carry or store while trekking, we didn't shop but took mental notes and got cards for the places to visit when we transit back.
At lunch, we sat in the plaza at an outdoor cafe. We ate and chilled. We watch people, listened to street musicians and enjoyed our food. We are partaking of strictly Argentinian food. Might as well experience the local color.
I had it in my mind that I needed a belt. My trekking pants without a base layer kept creeping down. I needed a fabric belt because leather can cause sweating and changing. We went to about 25 stores with no luck. Leather is big I. Argentina. So I decided to double my extra boot laces as a belt. It'll do.
We probably hoofed 8 to 10 miles. Never stop conditioning. The problem is pavement seemed harder on the feet than twenty miles on the trail. Foot sore, we sought out a restaurant recommended by Trip Advisor. Ceibo was extraordinary. Had another early dinner. Restaurants don't even open till 7 pm. We were one of the few at 7:15.
The day was hot. About 82F as we head to the first day of summer.
In our suite getting ready for bed but I am going to go out yo the park across from the hotel and check out the stars. Different stars in the sky in the Southern Hemisphere. I know we will see it every night on the mountain but I can't wait. I love the evening sky.
Tomorrow I will get up early to run. My other bucket list is to "Run" the World. I may not make but will enjoy trying.
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