Join Evoke coach Mark Postle for a discussion with Sam Hennessey about all things Denali. Sam is a professional guide with extensive experience guiding and climbing on Denali, and in the Alaska Range.
Learn more about Sam Hennessey here:
www.sunwolfadventures.com
Introduction
Sam’s experience in the Alaska Range
The remoteness of the Alaska Range and existing there
Factors that create uncertainty during an expedition
Alaska Range has unreliable weather forecasting
Being flexible with day-to-day planning
Summit attempts from 14k ft vs. 17k ft
Underestimating cold and altitude
Greater levels of energy expenditure unique to climbing in the Alaska Range
Common scenarios resulting in failure to summit
The necessity of training and practice on technical terrain
A multi-year approach for success on Denali
Limited bandwidth for skill instruction while on the mountain
Logistical challenges on Denali
Ways to reduce weight on Denali
Heat exposure on Denali
Best practices for descending after summiting
Observations of unguided parties on Denali
Efficient strategies for meal prep
Thoughts on decision-making high on Denali
Sam’s final thoughts about climbing Denali
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