rather they are assumed to be down at a lower elevation on the Mount Whitney trail near Whitney Portal where they were on a planned 3 day hike.
they still haven't arrived.
the proprietor of the whitney portal store reports that the two overdue hikers are reported to have checked in.
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“Everyone should have a horse. It is a great way to store meat without refrigeration. Just don’t ever get on one.”
- ponder's dad