Entries by Garrett

Looking Strong

The Madison Mountaineering Ama Dablam expedition team headed out for an acclimatization hike today in the direction of Camp I. Strongly and smoothly up the trail they went before turning back and descending down towards base camp. It was another productive day on the mountain! Everyone is doing great and excited to get the climbing […]

Skills review for Ama Dablam

The Madison Mountaineering Ama Dablam expedition team had another excellent day in the Himalaya today, practicing technical skills and cleaning up trash from around base camp and higher up the mountain. Everyone is doing great and looking sharp for the climb ahead! With some weather forecasted tomorrow, the team will wait to see how conditions […]

Ama Dablam Base Camp

The Madison Mountaineering Ama Dablam expedition team has arrived in their base camp at the foot of the mountain! Widely considered one of the most beautiful peaks on the planet, it’s not a bad place to call home for the next few weeks… The team moved strongly and swiftly up the trail from Pangboche, even […]

Blessings at the Pangboche Monastery

The Madison Mountaineering Ama Dablam expedition team had a short day on the trail, moving from Deboche to Pangboche. More beautiful weather shined overhead as the team moved efficiently while taking in the views surrounding them. There’s been no shortage of amazing views so far! After settling into our lodge, the team made their way […]

Tengoche Monastery

The Madison Mountaineering Ama Dablam expedition team took to the trail again today, leaving their stay in Namche Bazaar and continuing on to Deboche. The team trekked under clear skies and with excellent views of the surrounding peaks, and some wildlife too! Along the way, we stopped at Tengboche Monastery which is the largest gompa […]

First views of Ama Dablam!

The Madison Mountaineering Ama Dablam expedition team finally laid eyes on their objective after several days trekking up the valley. Let’s just say it was worth every step to get there and the team is more excited than ever! After a nice hike, the team sat down for a break to take in the views […]

Checking in from Namche!

The Madison Mountaineering Ama Dablam expedition team has arrived in Namche Bazaar, which is a favorite stop for many while trekking up the Khumbu Valley! They left Phakding under beautiful, blue skies and had excellent views and temperatures the entire was as they navigated the trail and suspension bridges which lead to their next stop. […]

Clear skies en route to Lukla

The Madison Mountaineering Ama Dablam expedition team enjoyed crystal clear skies and views of the Himalaya hanging high overhead as they buzzed towards Lukla. After touching down, the team fueled up for the day with a nutritious breakfast and began the trek! The team navigated their way through Lukla before trekking down towards the Dudh […]

Ama Dablam team in Kathmandu!

The 2026 Madison Mountaineering Ama Dablam expedition is officially underway! The team gathered in Kathmandu over the last few days, going out to tour some of the cities most important religious sites, and getting ready for the expedition to come! With gear checks and an orientation behind them, the team is packing their bags once […]

Coming back to climb another day

The mountains always have the final word. After continued snowfall, high winds, and challenging conditions, the 2026 Manaslu season has come to a close. Turning around is never easy, but bringing everyone home safely will always come first. A huge thank you to our climbers, guides, Sherpa team, and everyone who worked so hard this […]