THE SUMMIT!

Here it is finally, a photo of Lauren and Max on the top of Monte Bianco. They climbed for seven and a half hours to reach the top, from the most difficult way on the French side, from the refugio Cosmiques climbing the crest of Mont Moudit and Mont Blanc de Tacul before arriving at the summit, accompanied by their guide Max. During the night it snowed a lot, but when they began their climb at 2am, the weather was great and it was a wonderful day to view the Alps. After they spent only ten minutes on the summit, they began the hike down the mountain to the refugio. In all they hiked for 13 and a half hours in the ice. Both of them were very tired at the end, but very satisfied to have completed this expedition. They are now thinking of new adventures, maybe in September…….

ON THE TOP OF EUROPE!

Here it is finally, a photo of Lauren and Max on the top of Monte Bianco. They climbed for seven and a half hours to reach the top, from the most difficult way on the French side, from the refugio Cosmiques climbing the crest of Mont Moudit and Mont Blanc de Tacul before arriving at the summit, accompanied by their guide Max. During the night it snowed a lot, but when they began their climb at 2am, the weather was great and it was a wonderful day to view the Alps. After they spent only ten minutes on the summit, they began the hike down the mountain to the refugio. In all they hiked for 13 and a half hours in the ice. Both of them were very tired at the end, but very satisfied to have completed this expedition. They are now thinking of new adventures, maybe in September…….

THE PEAK!!!

Max and Lauren have done it! They have reached the peak of the Monte Bianco! At 3:15pm Italian time, August 2 the news arrived: " We just returned to the shelter at Cosmiques, we are tired but we are well." After 12 hours of climbing they accomplished their dream and are happy. Oscar and I, with tears of delight in our eyes, embraced each other after hearing their success. As we had decided they did not call us until they had arrived at the end: the essence of this wonderful mountain does not deserve to be contaminated by cellular phones. We endured the wait and it was worth it.

You are great, guys! Enjoy your deserved rest and the satisfaction of having reached your dream, you earned it! In a little we will share all the details of the climb.

THE WAITING CONTINUES

No news from Valle d'Aosta. The uncertain weather will not allow them to ascend Monte Bianco. Lauren and Max hope the weather changes, perhaps on Thursday, and in the mean time continue to hike in the forest, and collect mushrooms and wild fruit. The mountains in summer are always full of generous surprises, with flourishing meadows of delightful food. We wish our kids luck in realizing their dream, for now they must just wait and hope. Good luck, we are all with you!

WAITING

Lauren and Max, after much training, are waiting to leave for their adventure: to climb to the top of the Monte Bianco. It is a dream they have had for months and have gotten ready for with much enthusiasm. Unfortunately the weather conditions these days are not favorable: to face this challenge the weather conditions must be perfect, because as you climb to higher altitudes, a small problem can become a great drama. The recent misfortune of a Dutch family teaches us the importance of treating the highest mountain in Europe, like every other peak, with respect and intelligence. With our kids there will be their friend, Loris, who is sporty and very attentive, and a guide who will lead them with experience. We are here waiting for news from Valle d'Aosta......