May 23, 2014
Click here to listen to new audio report
After posting this audio, Bill called his wife and said he is almost out of battery on his phone so we are not sure when we will hear from him (he will get an earful later about that). He will leave for the summit about 6am California time on May 24th and we are not certain how long it may take to reach the summit, but we may not hear anything until Sunday the 25th.
To give you an idea where he is on the mountain, see the map below with this info. Photos in the links below are from a prior trip.
- Everest Base Camp – 17,056 feet
- Intermediate Base Camp – 20,336 feet
- Advance Base Camp – 20,992 feet
- Camp 1 on the North Col – 23,616 feet
- Camp 2 – 25,584 feet
- Camp 3 (high camp) – 27,224 feet
- First Step – 27,890 feet
- Second Step – 28,200 feet (where Bill turned around in 2012)
- Third Step – 28,500 feet
- Summit – 29,035 feet
Photo courtesy of Alan Arnette
Awwwsoome. Almost there
Great to hear his voice. Incredible, considering where he is. Safe travels up and down. Looking forward to any and all updates. Thanks!
Wow!!! Almost there Bill. This is very exciting to follow via the computer. Be Safe and look forward to hearing of your successful summit.
Kevin
Good luck with the final forge forward! Can’t wait to hear you are safely on your way down.
God Bless your team.
jane owen
Above 8,000 meters, and only a few of you at that altitude on the entire planet.
At sea level, I am shaking my head in amazement.
You get down safe; your family and friends will be there.
P.
Bill sounds great — here’s to a safe and glorious summit !!!
W O W What else can I say!!
God’s speed, care, protection, guidance and strength.
Praying for all #GoBillGo!!!
Julian Buitrago & Lil Julian Buitrago
Union, NJ
“It is not the mountain we conquer but ourselves.” And, Bill, you are… best wishes, on your final push to the top of the world.
K:-)
What is the horizontal distance from Camp 3 to the summit?
Hi Bill,
Thanks for the report, it’s great to hear that you are so close to the top of the world! it’s the next day here what with the time distance and all, so perhaps you’ve already summited and are now making your way back down.
Thinking of you, hoping you are safe and well! Sending many good wishes to you!
Like Judy said, my guess and hope is you’ve already summited. Eagerly awaiting your next missive!
Bill,
Pulling for you. You can do it!!
Be safe coming down.
Can’t wait for your next report.
Best,
Bud
Very exciting. Praying for strength, courage and wisdom as you attempt to summit. Looking forward to hearing your next post. God bless.
Go Bill Go!!!!
Love your posts and following your progress. I once thought of myself as an adventurer! Ha, maybe when I get old like you.
Waiting for my bell.
Godspeed.
Dearest Bill, (and Sharon):
My heart will be in my throat until we hear from Sharon.
Best thoughts, prayers and wishes be with you the whole way up and down. Love, Lori
I am getting excited for you. You’re almost there. I’m waiting to hear the good news. I’m still praying for your safety.
Hi Bill,
So glad to hear you summited Mt. Everest, and on the way back down. I’ve been praying for
your safety, and I know the the Good Lord had his Hand on you all the way up, and all the way down.
Be blessed,
Jack Stern/Adventurer’s Club