May 16 | O’Neill: Safer on Skis

By Hilaree O'Neill

Many people have thought I was crazy for wanting to ski down from the summit of Everest. My standard response has always been that I am much more coordinated on my skis than on my feet.

Hilaree at Camp 3 on the Lhotse Face. Dry conditions meant bringing our skis back down to Base Camp.

For example, when I was pregnant I skied until about 7 months with never a single fall or problem. However, as soon as I would take my skis and boots off, put on tennis shoes and turn around to walk, I would trip over the dog and go sprawling on the pavement.

Well, apparently my inability to walk like a normal person is no different on Everest. A few days ago, as we were finishing our final rotation on the mountain, it became evident that skiing was not going to happen.

Sam, Kris and I decided to bring our gear down and focus just on climbing. Sam and I skied from Camp 2 to Camp 1, across crevasses, ice and changing snow conditions, carrying our skis over ladders spanning gaping holes, all without incident.

But as soon as I get to the "safety" of base camp, I manage to severely sprain my ankle walking back to my tent from another camp.

Seriously?!?!

While I spent the entire night freaking out that I'd ruined my chances to summit Everest, I am thankful that is not the case. It looks like we have about a week at base camp before the weather gives us our summit window.

My ankle seems to be holding steady and with lots of ice, compression socks and rest, I think I'll still be able to pull it off. As Conrad says- Hold fast! Patience, patience, patience. I'm just in awe of my ability to take something very hard and make it a lot harder.

I'm keeping this post short but many things have happened in the past week so I will write again soon. As always thanks for all the support from everyone and keep your fingers crossed that I can get my foot in my boot in six days time!!

 

Comments

[Matt Templin]

Stay positive Hil, you've got this move.

[Ginny A]

Good luck in your summit bid! I hope that ankle is all better soon!

[michael wardian]

Good Luck you guys. Look forward to following you

[Bozon Frédéry]

Hi Hil ! n'ai pas peur d'aller ou non au sommet , la montagne seul decide si elle veut de toi ou non. Good luck you guys, al the best from Chamonix!

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[Zoe Ryan]

Hilaree, as you asked, Isabella sitting here with all her fingers and toes crossed for you and the team as you progress today up to base Camp 3. We are following your ascent closely - ever an inspiration here in hot, humid Charleston. Take care of that ankle - knowing you, it won't hold you back. You are in our prayers and thoughts.
Zoe