"7 Volcanoes" project news - Page 16

The guide of the 7 Summits Club Evgeny Fedyunin reports from the Elbrus region:

 Hello everyone! The "Snow and Will" group of the 7 Summits Club moved today to the Nats.Park refuge at an altitude of 3900 meters. There we settled in cool houses, but only after digging out the entrances! It has been snowing for the third day.

Then we went to Refuge of 11 at 4100 m, where in white out conditions we held snow training sessions and practiced self-arrest techniques.

After a hearty lunch, we held training sessions on belay systems and moving along fixed ropes indoors. Everyone feels great, and their appetites are excellent! Tomorrow is high-altitude climbing to Pastukhov Rocks - up to 4700 m.

Take care!

See you in the mountains!

Wish everyone good weather and good luck!

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

 Greetings from the Elbrus region! Today, as part of the acclimatization, our new super-group "Krasavchiki" went out along the slopes of Mount Cheget to the cafe "Ai" (2700 m). The weather was different, we caught rain, snow and sun, and also saw an avalanche from the wall of Donguz-Orun (4454 m). It's good that we were on the opposite slope of the valley. Tomorrow we will go up to our assault camp National Park, where we will continue preparing for the ascent.

The guide of the 7 Summits Club Evgeny Fedyunin reports from the Elbrus region:

 Hello everyone! A new group of the 7 Summits Club was named "Snow and Freedom". We began acclimatization on Mount Cheget and climbed to the famous cafe "Ai", at an altitude of 2750 meters. There, the participants got acquainted with local delicacies of chebureks with lingonberries and herbal teas!  The weather was not at all pampering, visibility was limited, it was raining, even snowing at times. But we saw a giant avalanche from the wall of Donguz-Orun.

After lunch, we rented the missing equipment, then rested and prepared for tomorrow's move to Elbrus!

Take care of yourself!

See you in the mountains!

Good weather and good luck to everyone!

The 7 Summits Club  guide Evgeny Fedyunin reports from the Elbrus region:

 Message from May 9. Hello everyone! The "T-34" group of the 7 Summits Club climbed to the top of Western Elbrus 5642m on the Great Victory Day!!!

The weather was different, and like any Victory, the Mountain was not easy, but despite everything, 100% ascent!

During the festive dinner and award ceremony, we discussed further mountain plans.

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

 A festive education greeting from the "Chamber No. 7" team! On Victory Day, May 9, our super group successfully climbed Mount Elbrus, to the Western summit (5642 m). This is the highest point of our vast Motherland, as well as all of Europe. The weather was not easy, windy, but clear. On the descent, it began to deteriorate, it started snowing, visibility disappeared. But despite all the difficulties, we completed our ascent. Thanks to the members for their patience and fortitude!

The guide of the 7 Summits Club Evgeny Fedyunin: The "T-34" group of the 7 Summits Club had a Lazy day today and was preparing for the assault. The weather is not pampering. But we will try tonight! Keep your fingers crossed for us!

The guide of the 7 Summits Club Dmitry Semenov: Greetings from the slopes of Elbrus from the team "Chamber N7"! Today we rested all day, at night we go to climb. The weather is not very good, but we are planning to go out. In principle, the forecast promises improvement by night. In the meantime, we are intensively preparing, that is, eating and sleeping.

Hello everyone from Papua New Guinea! Today our group in full force climbed Wilhelm Peak - the highest mountain in the country. We were a little unlucky with the weather. Almost the entire ascent, right up to the summit, we were accompanied by freezing rain. But on the descent the sun appeared and there were beautiful views. This is where the sports part of our program ended.

Group guides Valery Myasoedov and Olya Rumyantseva.

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

 Greetings from the slopes of Elbrus, from the 7 Summits Club team "Chamber No. 7"! Today, as part of the acclimatization plan, our team made an acclimatization ascent to Pastukhov Rocks (4700m). The weather today pleased us with the sun and excellent views. Tomorrow is a rest day and then an assault day.

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

Greetings from the slopes of Elbrus, from the "Chamber N7" team! Today our group moved to our assault camp - National Park refuge. We settled into comfortable trailers and then went to snow training. In the area of Shelter 11, we worked on climbing along a snow slope, moving along a fixed rope, and also self-arrest with an ice ax. The weather was snowy today, and in the evening it got colder and gorgeous views opened up. Tomorrow we go to the Pastukhov Rocks.

Greetings from Papua New Guinea! The "Nepromakaemye" group continues the program in this picturesque country. Today we moved from Mount Hagen to Wilhelm Peak in the neighboring province. Stops to taste exotic fruits, local coffee and colorful landscapes pleasantly complemented our journey. The last hour and a half of the road to the village of Kegesugl were a real test, but we endured everything steadfastly. And our reward was accommodation in a magnificent lodge with a trout farm. Fatigue disappeared in an instant. Tomorrow we leave for the base camp under Wilhelm Peak. Guides Olga Rumyantseva and Valery Myasoedov.

Greetings from Papua New Guinea from the group Nepromokaemye! The program of stay on Giluwe has ended. It was fleeting, but very eventful. Yesterday we visited several villages of local tribes, each of which stands out with its unique outfits and rituals. Who wasn't there to scare or surprise their neighbors - ghouls with clay heads, walking skeletons, colorful characters who would be among the best even at the Brazilian carnival. A colorful and emotional spectacle!

In the evening, according to tradition, there was an award ceremony for all participants on Giluwe. Unfortunately, part of the group is leaving us, but most of them are staying and today they are moving under Wilhelm Peak. The second part of the program begins. So don't lose sight of us, we will let you know about ourselves. Guides Olga Rumyantseva and Valery Myasoedov.

The guide of the 7 Summits Club Evgeny Fedyunin reports from the Elbrus region:

 Hello everyone! Today, a new group of the 7 Summits Club called "T-34" went to the slopes of Mount Cheget to the famous cafe "Ai", at an altitude of 2750 meters, to begin acclimatization.

Everything went according to plan, then there was equipment rental, preparation for tomorrow and rest.

Take care of yourself!

See you in the mountains!

Good weather and good luck to everyone!

Hello to everyone from the "Nepromakaemye" (Waterproof) group from Papua New Guinea. Yesterday, our entire huge team climbed to the top of the Giluwe volcano. The team's name fully justified itself. During two days of trekking and climbing, we never got caught in the rain. An unprecedented situation for Papua.

 Today we will get acquainted with local traditions in the village. And in the evening there will be a festive dinner and awards ceremony.

Group guides Valery Myasoedov and Olya Rumyantseva.

Greetings from the "OdnaKo" group! Today, our team, on a reserve day, attempted to climb Mount Elbrus. But the weather conditions and the state of the route did not allow us to do this, we had to descend without the summit. The group's guides are Dmitry Semenov and Evgeny Fedyunin.

Hello everyone from Papua New Guinea! According to information received from our guides Olya Rumyantseva and Valery Myasoedov, the team has reached the base camp in full force. And is preparing to climb Giluwe tomorrow morning. They are starting at 4 am local time. By tomorrow evening, the members should already be at the lodge and be in touch.

Greetings from Papua New Guinea from the "Nepromokaemye" group! This is the name that came to our mind after two days without rain in an equatorial country. We hope that the ascent will also be unusual. That is, we wish for the same, without precipitation. The second day was active and informative. We visited a village of local residents, where we were received as dear guests and shown the best of Papuan traditions.

First, we were present at the laying of "mumu", a method of cooking meat and vegetables using hot stones and all sorts of herbs and leaves. A long process, the stones are heated for a long time and then about 10 layers of different greens and meat are laid. It simmers for about three hours. While the dish was being prepared, a local folklore group arranged a picturesque performance for us, which could only be seen in the Travelers' Club before. Locals also gathered, but probably more to look at us. They also gave us a tour of the village with a description of the life and customs of the villagers. The meat was delicious. Everyone appreciated it, it was a somewhat labor-intensive process, and like real art it requires time and effort.

We would like to note our communication with local children, the gifts and sweets we brought dissolved in the children's abyss in 5 minutes. It turns out that, having learned about our visit, a whole school came running to the village. There was enough for everyone. A busy day! Towards evening we moved to spend the night in a lodge, from where tomorrow we will move downhill to the base camp.

Guides Olga Rumyantseva and Valery Myasoedov.

Greetings from the slopes of Elbrus, from the "OdnaKo" group! Today, May 1, we have a rest day before the most important day of our program, the day of the ascent. We spent the day correctly, established communications, improved the steps to the dining room, had a good rest and are ready for new challenges. The group's guides are Dmitry Semenov and Evgeny Fedyunin.

Greetings from Papua New Guinea! Today, on the first day of the program of the largest group of the season on Giluwe-Wilhelm, almost all the participants arrived in Mount Hagen and settled in the best hotel in the town "Highlander". Almost, because one participant was unlucky, his flight from Port Moresby was cancelled at the last moment, we hope that tomorrow, in the first half of the day, he will join us. The hotel is, in fact, very convenient and comfortable and is reliably protected by a high fence and security from the "raids" of the locals.

After a short rest, those who wanted to went to the local shopping center, some to buy a snack, some SIM cards, some fruit. Under the supervision of our partners, you feel quite confident and completely safe. After lunch, the participants' equipment was checked, and in the evening there was a traditional briefing and dinner, which lasted for three hours. The ascent to Giluwe, in itself, is not difficult, but nevertheless, there are many nuances. For example, almost the entire way you have to go in rubber boots because of the marshy areas and high humidity. Tomorrow we are moving in the direction of Giluwe, we will spend the night higher up in Magic Lodge. The name of the group is in development, we will definitely announce it tomorrow. Guides Olga Rumyantseva and Valery Myasoedov.

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

The 7 Summits Club group "Adventurers" made an acclimatization climb to Pastukhov Rocks today. Everything is according to plan, tomorrow we are preparing to storm Elbrus.

Physical education greetings from the slopes of Elbrus, from the "OdnaKo" group! Today, as part of acclimatization, we went to the top of Pastukhov Rocks (4700 m). We climbed at a good pace and in excellent weather. Today, we saw an amazing panorama of the Main Caucasian Range, we saw many beautiful and majestic peaks. Tomorrow we have a day of rest and final preparation for our ascent.

Group guides Dmitry Semenov and Evgeny Fedyunin.