Well we were under a bright moon and stars at breakfast making time. We even had superbly clear skies shortly after sunrise looking out over a cloud sea in all directions, but it didn’t last long enough to rev up the helicopter. It’s currently life in a snow globe with intermittent glimpses of sunlight, everyone full of anticipation about the first load of supplies. As soon as there’s a break, we’ll be hard at it until the job is done. Reminder that all lodge grounds are now closed to all public access. Visitors will have access to the pit privies at the far west end of camp only. Water will need be fetched from the natural spring where Trillium Gap exits the lodge east of camp. That’s it until the airlift resupply is completed.
Yesterday we saw the thermometer climb above freezing, with the rain gauge collecting another near half inch. Early this morning a light dusting of snow coated the ground and we’ve slowly crept up to an inch of accumulation. It’s 20° currently with slight breezes making it feel cooler. We could be looking at sub zero wind chills in the coming days, so anyone looking to brave the conditions will need to come prepared for spending the entirety of your trek outside in the elements.
Have a great day.
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