I've organized an overnight group hike to summit Mt. Whitney via the main trail. Overnight permits have been secured.
The current plan:
Day 1: Early morning start to hike up to Trail camp. Set up camp.
Day 2: Summit. Return to Trail camp.
Day 3: Break camp. Hike back to the trailhead.
Day 4: Optional.
I planned it this way for the less conditioned members of our group.
A few question have been raised in our preparation for the trip.
1) If someone gets sick and has to turn back during the actual hiking portion of the trip, does the whole group have to turn back?
2) I understand there is one permit for the entire group. A group permit. How does that work if someone has to turn back? We've established a buddy system and if one person has to turn back, the buddy will accompany that person.
I'm sure I'll have other questions, as they arise. The trip is from Sept. 29th - October 2nd.
Thanks....
Ron
