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High Altitude Mountaineering
Our high altitude expedition winds its way deep into Mexico through fascinating culture, ancient ruins, and farm villages to bring us to the foot of Citlaltepetl (El Pico de Orizaba) the third highest mountain on the North American Continent. Rising 18,855 ft. above sea level, this ice encrusted volcano stands alone and majestic. From its icy summit one has an overwhelming view into its massive crater and out across the Mexican farm land far below to other distant volcanoes and the Gulf of Mexico. This climb and training offers valuable insight into the realm of high altitude (low oxygen) mountaineering. It also provides an opportunity to be involved in the logistical efforts of a small, light weight, climbing team attempting a major climb on foreign soil. Throughout this amazing journey you will be directly involved and responsible, along with us, for the success of this expedition. This includes the gathering, sorting, packaging and shipping of all personal gear and team supplies. As a team traveling and climbing together, this expedition calls for a commitment to personal conditioning and team welfare. Acclimatizing for a high altitude climb such as this is a slow process that takes place even as we travel through Mexico on our approach to the mountain. We will establish at least two high camps for further acclimatization. Then we will make our push for the summit - a long, yet indescribable day! After our climb we will descend off the mountain and retreat to the small farm village of Tlachichuca for much needed food and rest. Traveling home now has great meaning as we say good by to our Mexican friends and their culture.
Cost: $875.00 per person
Course Dates: Nov. 22 - Dec. 1, 2002, Feb. 7 - 16, 2003
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