Saturday, August 23, 2008
First day skiing in Chile
Amazing day. Got a late start due to fog, but as we drove up the incredible dirt road to the base of El Arpa it cleared into a blue sky day. The snow was awesome.Fun guys, guides, and day in general. The snow cat is open in the back, and you stand there for 30 minutes as it chugs up the road. The view of Aconcagna is truly amazing. It is the highest peak outside the Himalayas. I was on my teles, and skied them, even though I had forgotten just about everything to think about. Did fine on them and got better as the day went on. On about the 3rd run (I think we did 5 runs), my stomach started to hurt from some elevation issue, but I drank more water, ate partof a sandwich, and it felt better, in fact okay by the time we ended.Going back there tomorrow. It all depends on the weather how it goes, and what we do. I think a guide said it was one of the two best days this year!
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Hi Cal, It's Jason from the plane ride down from the US.
I am happy you are enjoying Chile...
I did not see any pictures on your Blog... would like to see some out of your new camera.
My e-mail is jmedcalf@mac.com
All the best and enjoy your trip.
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