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The 7 Summits Club guide Viktor Volodin sends from Kyrgyzstan:

 Greetings to everyone from not-so-sunny Kyrgyzstan, from the "Shashlychnaya Fantasy" group! I will give a chronology of these three days. On July 7 at two o'clock in the morning we left Camp One for Camp Two. The glacier is very torn, in some places there are ladders through the cracks. We were lucky with the weather that day and at 12 o'clock we were at the place where a large cozy tent, lunch and rest were waiting for us. On July 8 we left at 9 am for Razdelnaya. And although we had to trample the snow above Camp Two, in five hours we were able to climb to Camp Three at an altitude of 6,100 meters. And then the weather began to deteriorate, a strong wind blew, by lunchtime we descended to Camp Two at 5,400 and spent the night for the second time. It snowed all night and shook the tents. On July 9, we got up early and began the descent to the base camp. There was no visibility, which made the descent difficult. In the middle of the day, we managed to escape from the snow captivity and by lunchtime, tired but happy, we descended to the first camp. And we began to rest and restore our strength.

The 7 Summits Club super guide Viktor Volodin reports from Kyrgyzstan:

 Again information from the "Shashlychnaya Fantasy" group. The calendar shows July 6th and we have a rest day planned. But we didn't waste time, in the morning we adjusted crampons to our boots and held training sessions on climbing and descending a fixed rope. Then we walked in ropes. After lunch we received food for tomorrow's trip. Tomorrow we leave at two in the morning to the second camp. On July 8th, a rotation to Razdelnaya is planned, again spending the night in the second camp. And on the 9th we descend to the first camp. Here is the plan for these days. Wish us a good and easy journey, patience and luck. These days we will be without communication, be patient, wait for new messages!

The 7 Summits Club  guide Viktor Volodin reports from Kyrgyzstan:

Greetings to everyone from the "Shashlychnaya Fantasy" group, expedition to Lenin Peak! Today was an acclimatization day, and all of us at a good pace climb to Yukhin Peak (5130 meters). The weather is wonderful, there is no snow at all compared to last year. We continue acclimatization, staying in the comfortable conditions of Camp 1 (4300 m).

The guide of the 7 Summits Club Viktor Volodin reports from Kyrgyzstan:

News from the group "Shashlik Fantasy". This morning we handed over our things to be loaded onto horses for transportation to the first camp. We had a hearty breakfast and set out towards Lenin Peak, in the direction of the first camp, located at an altitude of 4,300 m. And without hurrying and without rushing, we crossed the Travelers' Pass and were there by 3 p.m. There we had a delicious lunch and accommodation in luxurious glamping tents. This is always the case with the participants of the 7 Summits - Club 8000 groups. The weather is wonderful, the participants feel great.

The 7 Summits Club guide Viktor Volodin reports from Kyrgyzstan:

Big greetings from Asia from the "Shashlychnaya Fantasy" group! Today, the whole group took a walk for acclimatization, reached a height of 4 thousand meters, admired the beauty that opened up. The participants feel great, the weather is ringing. We rest for half a day and prepare for tomorrow's exit to the first camp.

 The 7 Summits Club guide Viktor Volodin reports from Kyrgyzstan:

 News from under Lenin Peak from the "Shashlychnaya Fantasy" group. Today we were on the road all day. Early in the morning we left the glorious city of Osh, drove through the pass and then drove along the wide Alai Valley. In the afternoon we arrived at our base camp, the settlement of Achiktash. There we were very well received, comfortably settled in large permanent tents and fed deliciously. The weather in the base camp is slightly cloudy and cool. We are starting to acclimatize.

The 7 Summits Club Guide Viktor Volodin sends from Kyrgyzstan:

Hello to everyone from the hospitable East from a new group called "Shashlik Fantasy"! Today our entire group gathered in the beautiful city of Osh, where watermelons, melons, peaches and samsa have already ripened. To begin with, we decided to acclimatize and went to the sacred mountain Suleiman-Too, which is located in the city center and is under the patronage of UNESCO. In one go, we crossed the thousand-meter altitude line. Then we walked around the city itself, through its beautiful green parks. Well, and in the evening, a very tasty gala dinner awaited us. If you love Asian cuisine, I definitely recommend coming here and trying the most delicious pilaf, pure honey. With you, Salam aleikum guide Viktor Volodin.

Viktor Volodin, the guide of the 7 Summits Club, reports from the Elbrus region:

 Good day to all from the "Russian Alpine Federation" group! Today was not an easy day. A very early rise and the ascent at three o'clock in the morning. Although the weather was not frosty, strong gusts of wind simply blew you off your feet. But we were stronger and did it anyway! And in the morning we stood on the top of Elbrus!

Viktor Volodin, the guide of the 7 Summits Club, sends from Elbrus:

Greetings to everyone from Elbrus from the group "Russian Alpine Federation"! Today the weather was very good and we slowly went to acclimatize to Pastukhov Rocks. The participants are feeling well, the mood is fighting. We are resting, preparing to storm the summit.

Viktor Volodin, a guide of the 7 Summits Club, reports from the Elbrus region:

 News from the "Russian Alpine Federation" group. Today we climbed the slopes of Elbrus, to the National Park refuge. We settled into comfortable trailers, had a snack and then went out to acclimatize in the “Refuge of 11” area. There we held snow training with self-arrest on a steep slope, all participants mastered the program perfectly. There is a lot of snow. The participants feel great.

The guide of the 7 Summits Club Viktor Volodin sends from the Elbrus region:

Greetings to everyone from our new group (without a name yet) from the Elbrus region! Yesterday the entire group arrived at the Mineralnye Vody airport. Then transfer to the Elbrus region and accommodation in a very comfortable and cozy hotel. Today the weather is not pampering. It rained all night, but we decided to take a walk and went to the Maiden Braids waterfall for acclimatization. The participants are feeling great. After lunch the weather returned to normal. We are preparing to continue the program.

The guide of the 7 Summits Club Viktor Volodin reports from Nepal:

A Nepalese namaste from the slopes of Everest to everyone! Information from the Everest-25 expedition. Today, the group of Alexander Abramov (7 Summits Club, VIP) left Base Camp for Camp 1 at the crack of dawn. By two o'clock in the afternoon, all participants had successfully reached the overnight location at 6100. The group of Viktor Volodin (8000 Club) had a good rest in Camp 1 and slowly went to Camp 2. The weather is hot and we all also safely reached our second camp. There is complete comfort here, including the Internet, which is only available at the 7 Summits Club and this is at an altitude of 6500. Tomorrow we leave early and move to the third camp at 7200. I hope everything will work out for us.

The guide of the 7 Summits Club Viktor Volodin sends from Nepal:

 Hello everyone from the Everest-25 expedition! Yesterday (May 4) Viktor Volodin's group (Club 8000) early in the morning, at 3 o'clock, set out for the second acclimatization rotation. Alexander Abramov's group (7 Summits Club - VIP) continued to rest and gain strength. In good weather, we climbed to the first camp at 6100 without incident, according to plan. Today, May 5, Alexander Abramov's group, at the crack of dawn, also at three in the morning, set out in the direction of the first camp. And we got some sleep after yesterday's long march and slowly moved to the second camp, at 6500. The weather is good again, but it's hot as hell. Now the sun has set and it has become quite cool. Abramov's team is spending the night in Camp 1.

Hello to everyone from the Club 8000 group as part of the Everest-25 expedition! Yesterday was a difficult day for Viktor Volodin's group. We spent the night in Camp-2 at an altitude of 6500 from April 29 to 30. At night the thermometer dropped to -15. The weather is changeable and this was good, since it was not so hot on the descent. The day turned out to be difficult - we had to descend from the second camp straight to the base camp. One participant was not feeling well, the altitude was making itself felt, and he had to be evacuated to the hospital in Lukla by helicopter. Now his condition has improved, but he will need to lie down for a couple of days. There is still time to return to the ranks. The whole group safely descended to the base camp, where, as always, there is delicious food, drink and a warm bed. Abramov's group spent the night in the second camp and today they will also have to make a difficult journey to the base camp. 

Expedition guides Alexander Abramov and Viktor Volodin.

Big greetings to everyone from the Everest 25 team! The calendar shows April 29. Abramov's group left at dawn for acclimatization in the first camp at 6100 and was there at two o'clock. Volodin's group (Club 8000) slept well after yesterday's climb from base camp to the first camp and at 9 am set out for the second camp at 6400. Yesterday and today in the morning, and all night long, the weather was not favorable. About 30 cm of snow fell during the night. After leaving, a couple of hours later, the weather settled down and it became hot as a frying pan. By lunchtime, all the participants were there, settled in spacious tents. Delicious lunch, and the Internet here is only at the "7 Summits Club", at such an altitude. The participants feel good.

Guides Alexander Abramov and Viktor Volodin.

Today, the branch of NP 1 of the Mountaineering School of the 7 Summits Club in Tuyuk-Su set out at dawn to climb Peak Oktyabryonok, 2A difficulty category. And then stood at the top in full force! All participants felt good and are eager to fight again. Tomorrow is a rest day according to the plan. Guides Alexey Lonchinsky and Viktor Volodin.

Good day to all from the mountaineering school of Tuyuk-Su! Today we had another day of rock training. The program included: working in ropes and descending along a fixed rope. The day turned out to be productive. After lunch, everyone got busy preparing for tomorrow's training ascent. Guides Alexey Lonchinsky and Viktor Volodin.

On the flip calendar, October 31. And a big hello to everyone from the Tuyuk-SU Mountaineering School! Today, everyone in a cheerful and friendly company again held rock classes and consolidated the material covered. Everyone is happy and satisfied. In the evening, we held a review of the classes and classes on maintaining documentation and preparing route sheets. With you were the 7 Summits Club guides Viktor Volodin, Ratmir Mukhametzyanov and Alexey Lonchinsky. See you in the mountains!

The 7 Summits Club Guide Viktor Volodin sends from Kazakhstan:

Big hello to everyone from the Tuyuk-SU alpine camp! News from 7 Summits Club guides Viktor Volodin, Alexey Lonchinsky and Ratmir Mukhametzyanov. Today, the basic training mountain school program started. In the morning, we met all the participants, the group gathered in full force. Having settled into comfortable buses and jeeps, we got to the camp, where we were greeted warmly and hospitably. After settling in, we had a delicious lunch, and in the evening, in a friendly and wonderful company, we celebrated the birthday of a wonderful person, Ratmir. Everything went very well.

 Good afternoon! The Iskorka group made a technically difficult ascent to the peak of Amangeldy!!! We climbed in conditions of limited visibility, we were accompanied by light precipitation, the wind was light gusts. In general, the weather is quite bearable. We were able to apply the skills acquired in rock classes and cope with the ascent perfectly! Beautiful and safe mountains to everyone!!!

Instructors Viktor Volodin and Alexey Lonchinsky.