(Friday 4/20/12 10:30am NPT) Don phoned to say that he was back down in Camp 2 after just coming from two nights stay in Camp 3. The weather conditions for the past couple of days have not been good, so he has decided to head back down to base camp today. He mentioned that there were a few avalanches and said that his tent got wrecked in Camp 3, but also said that no one was hurt. He will post a dispatch with pictures in a few days.
Don, I am so glad those guardian angels were watching. I’m sorry a summit push wasn’t in the cards this time, but am thankful your ego is in check and you know when to call it. It’ll happen someday.
Erin
Don, you are a very good climber and a better person. Nice that you come back for a better try, no rush !! We are with you.