We're a group of 4 (3 from NC, 1 from Palo Alto) also making 1st Whitney hike on Fri 9/15. Staying at Whitney Portal Campground Site 19. We'd love to connect with any of you heading out in the 2:30-3:00 am timeframe. We've read all we can about what to bring and how to prepare, but still some angst and would welcome chance to compare notes.
Also looking to secure two more permits if anyone knows of a group that has a spare or two.
