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  1. 01-22-2007, 05:27 PM #1
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    Back from the Andes. Someone said I should post some of my photos, but since they don't pertain to Utah, I guess I'll post them in general. Anyway, here are some of my photos. You can click on any for full size.

    http://www.summitpost.org/album/2628...uary-2007.html
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    Wow! Those pictures are amazing! I'm really surprised that it looks so cold. I know that it is Summer for most of South America. I guess I don't really understand what happens with Ecuador's climate with them being on the equator. Is it not Winter there as well?

    How long did you plan this trip? Sorry if I am asking too many questions but I'm seeing these pictures and my mind is just racing with excitement. It just looks awesome!
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    Nice pics....
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    Thats awesome...thanks for the link.

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    Quote Originally Posted by accadacca
    Thats awesome...thanks for the link.


    Wow!!!! Impressive Scott!
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    Quote Originally Posted by DiscGolfDivers
    Wow! Those pictures are amazing! I'm really surprised that it looks so cold. I know that it is Summer for most of South America. I guess I don't really understand what happens with Ecuador's climate with them being on the equator.
    It's all about ELEVATION. Ecuador's capitol city (Quito) sits at 9200 feet in elevation. Quito is knicknamed the "city of eternal spring," because their temps stay pretty mild all year. It does get chilly there, especially in the morning, and it gets snow at times.

    I think the average elevation of the Andes is around 11,500 - 12,000 feet.
    It's only "science" if it supports the narrative.
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    great photos scott ... the shadow of cotopaxi with you is really great. looks almost like a pyramid

    i also like these two ... thanks


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    Quote Originally Posted by rockgremlin

    It's all about ELEVATION. Ecuador's capitol city (Quito) sits at 9200 feet in elevation. Quito is knicknamed the "city of eternal spring," because their temps stay pretty mild all year. It does get chilly there, especially in the morning, and it gets snow at times.

    I think the average elevation of the Andes is around 11,500 - 12,000 feet.
    That is crazy. I was a missionary in Chile and got to do some hiking in the Andes but so much of Chile is near the coast that the highest elevation I ever went in Chile was about 4000 ft. I had no idea that Ecuador got so high.

    Thanks for the geography lesson RockGremlin
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    I had no idea that Ecuador got so high.
    In case you are interested, here are the top four highest peaks in Ecuador and their elevations:

    Chimborazo 20,703 feet

    Cotopaxi 19,347 feet

    Cayambe 19,126 feet

    Antisana 18,891 feet
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    Quote Originally Posted by Scott Patterson
    Chimborazo 20,703 feet
    Wow. That is about as high as Boliva.
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    Re: Andes climbing

    Quote Originally Posted by Scott Patterson
    Back from the Andes. Someone said I should post some of my photos, but since they don't pertain to Utah, I guess I'll post them in general. Anyway, here are some of my photos. You can click on any for full size.

    http://www.summitpost.org/album/2628...uary-2007.html
    Damn Scott...and I thought you went AWOL on us!! You were off doing your worldly treks again. Awesome pics, I am jealous! Hey, some questions for ya.

    How much would a trip like you took cost per person?

    Did you have a guide? If not, how did you find your way?

    What was the highest altitude that you reached?

    Where did you stay/camp? How many days did you actually need to camp?

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    This was our 7th trip to Latin America, so I
    Utah is a very special and unique place. There is no where else like it on earth. Please take care of it and keep the remaining wild areas in pristine condition. The world will be a better place if you do.
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