January 14, 2022

Good morning folks,

It’s a foggy start to the morning in camp. Frozen frost has coated the firs again. Cold this morning with a light wind pushing through camp. The high yesterday only reached 34 degrees. The overnight low dropped down to 18 degrees. Its currently 19 degrees. We received 0.03” of precipitation with a light dusting of snow. Our snow depth is still holding on at 3”. Today looks to be a wonderful day to spend on top of everyone’s favorite mountain. Looking ahead, winter weather returns Sunday with a large amount of snow possible. Stay tuned! Keep doing those LeConte snow dances! Crampons (micro-spikes) are a must. Anyone want to go ice skating? Slide, slide, slipping, slide. Anyways, be safe. Have a good one!

Light snowflakes danced around the cold air covering the thick ice around camp. Heavy clouds surround Cliff tops with brief views of the valley below. Light flurries were a treat for this evening. The firs are happy again. Raven/crows have been very active the last couple days around camp. Filled water jugs yesterday, showered and caught up on some reading. Fondue was on the menu paired with a fantastic salad. What better way than to enjoy melted cheese and bread by oil lamp on LeConte. I retired to my warm, cozy cabin for the evening. SEE YOU AT THE TOP!

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