Eddie Ahyakak reporting for team “Pararrayos” from Antisana Advanced Base Camp (14,800 feet) waiting for midnight to attempt the summit

Hola, family and friends, this is Ed Ahyakak and today’s cybercast is from Advanced Base Camp (at 14,800 feet) on Antisana.

We’ve had a nice transition to ABC camp and had a huge pasta dinner.  Everybody is excited for tonight’s summit attempt, beginning at midnight.  The weather forecast is for clear skies, five to fifteen miles per hour winds.

Mike, Dennis, Paul, Drew, Vanessa, and Lacy say a big “hello” to everyone listening.  Adios!

Stopping to take pictures on Antisana.

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