Just got back from a Light and Fast Alpine Course in Vestal Basin. It was a great trip with perfect weather, and fun people.
Mike and Terri started out their four day course at East Animas with Nate. They learned about belaying, rock climbing technique, climbing knots and much more.
The next morning I met them at the train station and we were off for Vestal Basin. We were dropped off by the train at Elk Park and started our hike to camp. It’s a tough hike into Vestal Basin and both Mike and Terri did great.
We woke up to a star filled sky and started up toward Wham Ridge on Vestal Peak. As we geared up at the base of the climb the sun was rising, and then we were off. Mike and Terri must have been paying attention when Nate was talking about climbing technique, because they flew up Wham ridge. I’d give them the option of the easier way or the harder way, they always said the harder way, so I finally stopped asking and just opted for the harder lines.
The next day the train picked us up at Elk Park and shuttled us back to Durango.
Mike and Terri you both did great, I hope to see you in the future!
BK
