First Winter Ascent of Mount McKinley: Anniversary Edition

In 1913, a team of four climbers made history by completing the first successful winter ascent of Mount McKinley, the highest peak in North America. The climbers were led by Hudson Stuck, a young Episcopal priest who had already made several unsuccessful attempts to climb the mountain.

Minus 148 Degrees: First Winter Ascent of Mount McKinley, Anniversary Edition (Legends and Lore)

by Art Davidson

4.6 out of 5

Language	:	English
File size	:	7419 KB
Text-to-Speech	:	Enabled
Screen Reader	:	Supported
Enhanced typesetting	:	Enabled
Word Wise	:	Enabled
Print length	:	242 pages
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The team's journey was fraught with danger and hardship. They faced extreme cold, high winds, and deep snow. They also had to contend with the challenges of climbing on ice and rock. But despite the challenges, the team persevered and reached the summit of Mount McKinley on April 12, 1913.

The First Winter Ascent of Mount McKinley: Anniversary Edition tells the story of this historic climb in vivid detail. The book includes historical photos, maps, and accounts from the climbers themselves. It is a fascinating read for anyone interested in mountaineering, Alaska, or the history of exploration.

The Climbers

The team of four climbers who made the first winter ascent of Mount McKinley were:

• Hudson Stuck, leader
• Walter Harper, photographer
• Harry Karstens, guide
• Robert Tatum, doctor

Stuck was a young Episcopal priest who had already made several unsuccessful attempts to climb Mount McKinley. Harper was a photographer who had documented several previous expeditions to the mountain. Karstens was a guide who had extensive experience climbing in Alaska. Tatum was a doctor who provided medical care for the team.

The Journey

The team's journey to the summit of Mount McKinley was fraught with danger and hardship. They faced extreme cold, high winds, and deep snow. They also had to contend with the challenges of climbing on ice and rock.

The team began their climb on March 10, 1913. They made slow progress due to the deep snow and difficult terrain. They also had to contend with high winds and extreme cold. On several occasions, the team was forced to stop and build snow caves to shelter from the weather.

Despite the challenges, the team persevered and reached the summit of Mount McKinley on April 12, 1913. They spent two days on the summit, taking photographs and enjoying the views. They then began their descent, which was just as difficult as the ascent.

The team finally reached their base camp on April 29, 1913. They had completed the first successful winter ascent of Mount McKinley, one of the greatest mountaineering achievements of all time.

The Legacy

The First Winter Ascent of Mount McKinley: Anniversary Edition is a fascinating read for anyone interested in mountaineering, Alaska, or the history of exploration. The book tells the story of a historic climb in vivid detail, and it is sure to inspire readers with its tale of courage, perseverance, and adventure.

The first winter ascent of Mount McKinley is a reminder of the human spirit's ability to overcome great challenges. It is a story that will continue to inspire generations to come.

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Minus 148 Degrees: First Winter Ascent of Mount McKinley, Anniversary Edition (Legends and Lore)

by Art Davidson

4.6 out of 5

Language	:	English
File size	:	7419 KB
Text-to-Speech	:	Enabled
Screen Reader	:	Supported
Enhanced typesetting	:	Enabled
Word Wise	:	Enabled
Print length	:	242 pages
Lending	:	Enabled

FREE