Tag: Aconcagua

Aconcagua: Team Jan 29 Gets Ready to Go

Hi Everyone! The Jan 29 Aconcagua team arrived in Mendoza yesterday with all of their luggage! After a round of 100% negative COVID tests (yes!!!!), we shared dinner in Mendoza together and packed on mountaineering strength with large amounts of … Continue reading

Aconcagua: Team Go-Time Phoenix Arrives at Camp 3 and Prepares for Summit Attempt

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Aconcagua: Team Resting Phoenix Takes a Rest Day

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Aconcagua: Team Chewbacca Phoenix Reaches Condores Camp

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Aconcagua: Team Climbing Phoenix Checks in from Camp Canada

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Aconcagua: Team Phoenix At The Ready Enjoys Their Last Day At Mulas

We had a fun filled rest day here at Plaza De Mulas. We all passed our medical checks and organized our gear for the upper mountain. Everyone is ready and excited for the next phase of our climb. Tomorrow we … Continue reading

Aconcagua: The Mountain Mavericks Make Their Summit Push and Head Back Down

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Aconcagua: Team Maple Leaf Phoenix Sails Up To Camp Canada

Another stellar day here on this massive mountain. Today we made our first carry to Camp Canada where we stashed some group gear for when we move up in two days. Everyone was feeling strong and are in high spirits … Continue reading

Aconcagua: Team Meat Sweat Phoenix Devours A Well Deserved Asado

It is a well known fact that Argentina has some of the best asados (barbecues) in the world. Well today our team was rewarded with a delicious Argentinian asado after a hard day climbing to the summit of Mt. Bonete … Continue reading

Aconcagua: Team Mountain Mavericks Moves Up to Camp Colera

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Aconcagua BLOG

  • 2025 Aconcagua Webinar

    Enjoy our 2025 Aconcagua webinar hosted by senior guide and Aconcagua expert Rachel Molstad. In this video, Rachel covers pre-trip planning, a detailed overview of the expedition, important gear considerations, and more. You’ll also get to hear thoughtful questions answered during the Q&A session that followed the presentation. Whether you’re deciding which route up the mountain […]

  • 2022 Aconcagua Webinar

    If your 2022 winter plans include climbing the Stone Sentinel, check out the webinar we hosted on October 4th.  Lead Aconcagua Guide, Rachel Molstad, outlined both climbing routes and what to expect on the expedition.   Our Gear Manager, Ciara Sampaio, walked us through gear considerations along with helpful information on porters, money, and pre-trip logistics.  […]

  • Is My Training Working?

    Is my training working? Whether explicitly spoken or implied, this is the question many climbers ask of themselves, their friends, and perhaps their guides. At Alpine Ascents, we hear this question weekly. While the best answer to this question requires a comprehensive understanding of you and your objective, there are simpler ways to get a […]

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