"7 Summits + 2 Poles" project news

Dmitry Semenov, the guide of the 7 Summits Club, reports from the Elbrus region:

Greetings from the Elbrus region! Today our new supergroup, which has no name yet, had a wonderful day. We climbed the picturesque path to the Ai cafe (2700m.) A great day, delicious tea, chebureks with lingonberries, mountain landscapes - everything you need for a good acclimatization.

Svetlana Kotlyar, the guide of the 7 Summits Club, reports from the Elbrus region:

Greetings to all from the Elbrus region from the ZUCCHINI group! Yesterday we checked into our beautiful hotel "Povorot", and today there was the first acclimatization rotation to the slopes of Mount Cheget.

We walked along a beautiful forest path to an altitude of 2700. We walked cheerfully — after all, our goal was to reach the famous Ai cafe to taste the legendary pies and ayran with lingonberry jam.

We quickly went down, had lunch and went to the rental to get the necessary equipment for climbing. The team is great, we've only known each other for the second day, but we've already managed to rally and make friends! Tomorrow we will continue our acclimatization program and climb the Gara Bashi, on the slopes of Elbrus.

The guide of the 7 Summits Club, Alexander Dorojukov, reports from the Elbrus region:

The new group "Elbrusians" sends greetings from the slopes of Mount Cheget! Today is our first day of acclimatization. We walked with beautiful views, in a cheerful company and with good weather.  But, unfortunately, Elbrus did not appear to us today because of a cloud. We are working further according to the plan.

The guide of the 7 Summits Club Sergey Avtomonov reports from the Elbrus region:

The 7 Summits Club group "Imbocracy and Courage" in full force climbed the Western summit of Elbrus. Our only girl climbed on foot from the very bottom, so we were not together at the top. The weather was not the best: snow, poor visibility, wind. But this did not scare us, and we reached the top point! Hooray! Congratulations on the mountain! Now we are making plans for the next ascents!

Two groups of the 7 Summits Club made an acclimatization climb to the Pastukhov Rocks (4700 m). The guides are Sergey Avtomonov and Dmitry Semenov. All the band members rose at a good pace and in a great mood. Tomorrow we have a rest day before storming the summit of Mount Elbrus.

Two groups of the 7 Summits Club climbed the slopes of Elbrus and conducted training on movement on snow and ice. The guides are Sergey Avtomonov and Dmitry Semenov. During these trainings, we have mastered important skills necessary for safe climbing in the mountains.

One of the key elements of the training was the ability to stop falling in the snow on your own, which allows you to avoid potential injuries. We also learned how to walk in crampons in the snow, which significantly increases stability and safety when climbing snow-capped Summits. Everything is going according to plan.

Alexander Avtomonov, the guide of the 7 Summits Club, reports from the Elbrus region:

The team of the 7 Summits Club "Three A" almost in full force climbed the Eastern peak of Elbrus from the north in bad weather. And then we went down to the south side. We even were in time for the cable car. We could admire the beautiful sunsets on the Rocks of Lenz, at an overnight stay. And also the views in the morning at the exit from the Rocks of Lenz, then there was no longer any visibility.

Two groups of the 7 Summits Club started preparing for the ascent of Elbrus and went on an acclimatization rotation on the slopes of Mount Cheget. Guides: Sergey Avtomonov and Dmitry Semenov. Due to good weather, they climbed to the Ai cafe at an altitude of 2,800 meters. Sergey Avtomonov's group still managed to descend to Donguz-Orun Lake to plunge into its cold waters. And after that it started to rain. The teams finished the day by preparing to go out on the slopes of Elbrus.

News from the Elbrus region! In the morning the FREZER team stormed Elbrus, the highest volcano in Europe. The team members have reached different heights and each of them has accomplished his own personal feat. Six participants climbed the main peak of the Western summit of Elbrus - 5642 m. It was frosty at night, slightly windy, and clear and warm during the day.  Guides Alexander Dorojukov and Natalia Marinkevich.

 A guide of the 7 Summits Club Andrey Berezin:

News of the Elbrus region. The Active Life group has climbed the Western peak of Elbrus.  The weather forecast did not come true, but this time for the better. Strong winds were expected, but there was almost calm along the entire route and at the top. As a result, we were able to explore the surroundings at the summit of Elbrus, all the wonderful views that opened up to us from the top point.

A guide of the 7 Summits Club Sergey Avtomonov reports from the Elbrus region:

 Today our group has reached the top of Mount Elbrus, having overcome all the challenges along the way. Despite the gusts of wind, we were still lucky with the sunny weather.

From the very early morning we started climbing, full of determination and enthusiasm. The wind periodically complicated our way, but the clear sky and the sun's rays lifted our spirits and gave us strength. We walked step by step, enjoying the views and supporting each other.

Today has been a real test and at the same time a triumph for us. We returned from the summit with a sense of accomplishment and renewed energy for future adventures. Climbing Elbrus has become an unforgettable event that will forever remain in our hearts.

Dmitry Semenov, the guide of the 7 Summits Club, reports from the Elbrus region:

Hello! Today, our super-group "37" has climbed the Western peak of Elbrus (5642m) - the highest point of our vast Homeland, as well as the whole of Europe. We went up today with the whole friendly company, in excellent weather, with beautiful views. We stood at the top absolutely happy.

Natalia Marinkevich, a guide of the 7 Summits Club, reports from the Elbrus region:

News from Elbrus! The Frezer group, a cheerful and athletic team of Fyodor Kuprichenkov, overcame the height of 2700 on Mount Cheget! The members breathe thin air, get used to the altitude. The skills of moving along steep slopes with trekking poles are being mastered. Everyone is cheerful and systematically moving towards their goal - Mount Elbrus, the highest point in Europe!

Andrey Berezin, the super-guide of the 7 Summits Club, reports from the Elbrus region:

 News of the Elbrus region (June 26). The group "Active life" went to the Pastukhov Rocks. The weather tested our strength, but we coped. Tomorrow we have a day of rest and preparation for the ascent.

Dmitry Semenov, the guide of the 7 Summits Club, reports from the Elbrus region:

Greetings from the slopes of Elbrus!  Today our group "37" made its acclimatization rotation to the Pastukhov Rocks (4700m.). The weather was different today: it was windy and snowy in the first half, and the sun was pleasant on the descent. Tomorrow is a rest day, before the summit assault.

Andrey Berezin, the guide of the 7 Summits Club, reports from the Elbrus region:

 News of the Elbrus region. The Active Life group moved from Cheget Glade to the National Park refuge. We stayed in comfortable trailers. We conducted snow and ice classes in the area of the Refuge of 11. Tomorrow we have a ritation to the Pastukhov Rocks. 

A guide of the 7 Summits Club Alexander Avtomonov:

The group of the 7 Summits Club "AAA Team" went today to acclimatize to the top of Mount Beshtau. We climbed it in full force.  We are preparing to climb from the North side of Elbrus with a further descent to the South side.

Dmitry Semenov, the guide of the 7 Summits Club, reports from the Elbrus region:

 Greetings from the Elbrus region! Today, our new group called "37" made its first acclimatization trip along the slopes of Mount Cheget to the Ai cafe (2700m). The weather today has pleased us with the sun, the alpine meadows - with flowers and views of the mountains surrounding us.

This year, we invited Ilya Gladkikh, a talented video-operator and film author, to the Everest expedition. We were invited him to make our reporting materials at a high professional level. We received the first results directly from the event sites. Watch our channel. It took time to edit the film, and now a big movie is on the way. The premiere is coming soon – let's wait a little longer.

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We invite you to plunge into the atmosphere of this mysterious city with its unique flavor: Buddhist stupas and temples, a kaleidoscope of cars and people, the smells of burning candles and garlands of colorful sacred flags.

You will find all this in our video, and we hope you will feel the mood of the city.

Alexander Dorojukov, guide of the 7 Summits Club, reports from the Elbrus region:

Greetings from the group "Marina and 4 dwarfs"! We completed our program with a successful ascent of Mount Elbrus. The weather was gorgeous, everyone went well, everyone deserves a reward!