Elbrus 2017 Team #2 (The Crevasseputins) Descend!

Friends, Family & Loved Ones,

Early this morning, we packed our bags and headed back down to the Valley. The warmth! The greenery! Showers at our hotel!

This afternoon was spent relaxing, souvenir shopping and walking on some of the trails next to the river near our hotel.

This evening, we had our celebration dinner at our favorite shashlik spot: delicious kebabs, potato pancakes stuffed with cheese, and a special gift from the proprietor, a pie stuffed with all sorts of goodness.

Tomorrow we’re looking forward to one more day in the valley. Maybe some horseback riding, possibly some fishing and hiking. Or just hanging out. We’ll see. Everyone is feeling great and happy to be down in the thicker air.

Carole & Vern Tejas

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