Team ‘Not MESSI-ing Around’ has departed Mendoza for the mountain!

The entire team of 9 climbers are in Argentina and on their way! It has been a busy last 24 hours getting gear ready to go, but everyone is looking good and eager to get started with the climb. Last night we enjoyed an amazing meal in Mendoza before departing the city this morning. We will spend one more night in a lodge near the park before putting on the packs and starting to walk tomorrow up the Normal Route.
Thank you to friends and family for following Team Not MESSI-ing Around on our climb. We all are excited to have you along with us from afar! The team is strong and already helping each other out
and working together for this shared goal. It is going to be a great climb!

– Sara & Team Not MESSI-ing Around

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