Tag: Vacas Valley

Aconcagua Vacas Valley Team 1 On the Trek to Basecamp

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Aconcagua Vacas Valley 12/16 Team Departs Mendoza

Hello everyone! This is Mike with an update with the 12/16 Vacas Valley climb. Our team is currently in the small town of Penitentes, staying at the Ayelen Hotel. Yesterday we completed our gear check and had a wonderful dinner … Continue reading

Aconcagua Team Cosmic Pilgrims Has Great Weather at Camp 2

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Aconcagua Team Ramrod Trek Day 2 – Casa de Piedra

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Aconcagua Team Ramrod Takes off on the Trail

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Aconcagua Team Cosmic Pilgrims in High Spirits

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Aconcagua Team Cosmic Pilgrims Meets a Wild Guanaco

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Aconcagua Team Cosmic Pilgrims Hits the Trail

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Aconcagua Team “Cosmic Pilgrims of the Andean Crest” Assembles

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Vacas Valley Team 7 is now Team Vertical Chorizo

Hello everyone, Team Vacas #7 is officially “Vertical Chorizo” now. Today was one of the big day for us but the team did it in good style. We are in Plaza Argentina which is going to be our base camp … Continue reading

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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