Posts for Mount Rainier from 06/2012

Mt. Rainier: June 29th Update

Posted by: Win Whittaker, Eric Frank | June 29, 2012
Categories: *Expedition Dispatches *Mount Rainier
Elevation: 10,640'

Our Four Day Summit Climb Teams led by RMI Guides Win Whittaker and Eric Frank reached the top of Cathedral Gap today, but strong winds and heavy precipitation forced them to turn back.  The teams have left Camp Muir and we expect the back at Ashford Basecamp in the early afternoon.

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Bravo for a heroic attempt!! Next time!!! Can’t wait to have you home Chip!!

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Posted by: Kristy Cerovac on 6/29/2012 at 12:36 pm


Mt. Rainier: June 28th Update

Posted by: Brent Okita, Andres Marin | June 28, 2012
Categories: *Expedition Dispatches *Mount Rainier
Elevation: Summit

Our Four Day Summit Climb Led by RMI Guide Brent Okita reached the summit of Mt. Rainier today.  The team experienced clear weather, but strong winds.  They were able to spend a short amount of time on top and are now descending back to Camp Muir.

RMI Guide Andres Marin and the Expedition Skills Seminar – Kautz Team made a summit attempt this morning, but experienced much different conditions on the Kautz route and were forced to turn back due to strong winds. The team will spend the rest of their time on the mountain honing their mountaineering skills.

Congratulations to today’s teams!

Ascending team headed to Camp Muir
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WHAT’S YOUR PROGRESS? FAMILY IS WATCHING. SAFE TRAVELS DOWN. GODSPEED AND LOTS OF LOVE.

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Posted by: FRED CHANEY on 6/28/2012 at 1:36 pm


Mt. Rainier: June 27th Summit!

Posted by: Casey Grom, Dan Windham | June 27, 2012
Categories: *Expedition Dispatches *Mount Rainier
Elevation: Summit

Our Four and Five Day Summit Climb teams led by RMI Guides Dan Windham and Casey Grom reached the summit of Mt. Rainier today. They reported beautiful skies, but the weather was cold and a bit breezy.  Both teams are en route to Camp Muir and we expect them back at Ashford Basecamp later this afternoon.

Congratulations to today’s teams!

The team ascending the Disappointment Cleaver. Photo: Jason Thompson An RMI Team practicing self arrest near the base of Mt. Rainier.  Photo: Win Whittaker
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Congratulations little brother (Jon)!! You never cease to amaze me. One more thing off the bucket list. You rock!!

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Posted by: cleep on 6/29/2012 at 7:26 am

Racheal we are so pround of you and we are all waiting for your return. we wanna hear all about it. we know you were gonna make it. Lots of… read more

Posted by: Annett on 6/29/2012 at 6:42 am


Mt. Rainier June 26th SUMMIT!

Posted by: Mike Haugen | June 26, 2012
Categories: *Expedition Dispatches *Mount Rainier
Elevation: Summit

Mike Haugen and our Four Day Summit Climb Team reached the top of Mt. Rainier today.  The team had light winds and precipitation with limited visibility so they were not going to spend very much time on top. They have started their descent to Camp Muir and we expect the team back at Ashford Basecamp this afternoon.

Congratulations to today’s team!

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Watching and cheering Rachael and her team from Vero Beach, Fl. All of you are a fierce inspiration to us all.

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Posted by: Gwen Fichtelman on 6/27/2012 at 7:58 am

Congrats Matt and your team mates. Have a safe climb down.

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Posted by: Heidi Corboy on 6/27/2012 at 6:51 am


Mt. Rainier: June 25th Update

Posted by: Seth Waterfall, Gabriel Barral | June 25, 2012
Categories: *Expedition Dispatches *Mount Rainier
Elevation: 11,000'

The Four Day Summit Climb led by Seth Waterfall and the Five Day Summit climb led by Gabriel Barral were forced to turn around at 11,000’ due to storm conditions and high avalanche hazards.  There is a large cap on the mountain that was descending to almost 10,000’.  The team began their descent from Camp Muir.  We look forward to meeting them at Rainier Base Camp later this morning.

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Hey Seth,
Thanks for the opportunity to summit. You made the right decision! We will see you soon for another attempt. BTW, can you e-mail that picture you took… read more

Posted by: Jim and Karin Block on 6/26/2012 at 12:23 pm

Thanks Gabby for a very special summit attempt. I hope soon to join you and shoot for the summit. Jake

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Posted by: Jacob lehn on 6/25/2012 at 8:23 pm


Mt. Rainier: June 24th Update

Posted by: Jason Thompson | June 24, 2012
Categories: *Expedition Dispatches *Mount Rainier
Elevation: 10,500'

The Four Day Summit Climb led by RMI Guide Jason Thompson was forced to turn around this morning due to deteriorating weather conditions. The teams reached a height of 10,500’ before making the decision to turn back. The team is expected to arrive back at Ashford Base Camp by early afternoon for hot coffee and a slide show presentation about RMI’s Alaska Seminar. There is an open invitation for the slide show if you happen to be in town!


Mt. Rainier: June 23rd Update

Posted by: Geoff Schellens, Paul Maier | June 23, 2012
Categories: *Expedition Dispatches *Mount Rainier
Elevation: 12,500'

The Four Day Summit Climbs led by RMI Guides Paul Maier and Geoff Schellens were forced to turn around this morning due to deteriorating weather conditions.
The teams reached the top of Disappointment Cleaver at 12,500’ before making the decision to turn back.

We look forward to seeing them back at Rainier BaseCamp this afternoon.

An RMI Team ascending to Camp Muir.  Photo: RMI Collection

Mt. Rainier: June 22nd Summit!

Posted by: Brent Okita, Tyler Reid | June 22, 2012
Categories: *Expedition Dispatches *Mount Rainier
Elevation: Summit

RMI Guides Brent Okita, Tyler Reid and our Four Day Summit Climb team reached the top of Mt. Rainier today.  The teams climbed in the clouds and have started there descent back to Camp Muir. 

Congratulations!

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Sally…congratulations on an incredible achievement! We love you! (Still waiting for the Skype call from the summit…next time, right? Haha!)

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Posted by: The Schroeders on 6/24/2012 at 6:50 am

Sally, you made it! God has blessed you so much, He had to bless you this time too.  You and your team are an inspiration to us all.  Love, your… read more

Posted by: Dan on 6/23/2012 at 11:32 am


Mt. Rainier: June 21st Summit!

Posted by: J.J. Justman, Kel Rossiter | June 21, 2012
Categories: *Expedition Dispatches *Mount Rainier
Elevation: Summit

The Four Day Summit Climb teams led by JJ Justman and Kel Rossiter reached the Summit of Mt. Rainier today.  JJ reported good, but cold weather with calm winds. The teams are enjoying the views from the top and will make their way back to Camp Muir shortly.

Congratulations to today’s teams.

 

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A most excellent trip! We gelled as a team early and JJ, Josh and Gilbert were awesome.  Look forward to climbing with you guys again.  No one legged midgets though,… read more

Posted by: MIKE PROBSTFELD on 6/25/2012 at 7:38 am

Thanks to JJ, Josh and Gilbert for a great & fun trip and JP for getting the whole shootin match organized!  Great way to start the summer of 2012

TVH

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Posted by: Thomas Harmon on 6/24/2012 at 8:15 pm


Mt. Rainier: June 20th Summit!

Posted by: Jason Thompson, Andres Marin | June 20, 2012
Categories: *Expedition Dispatches *Mount Rainier
Elevation: Summit

Both Four Day Summit Climb teams made it to the Summit of Mt. Rainier today. Lead guides Jason Thompson and Andres Marin reported beautiful weather with light winds of about 0 – 8mph and plenty of SUNSHNE.  The teams were in light gloves and two clothing layers, as they climbed. They are now en route back to Camp Muir and we expect them back at RMI Basecamp in Ashford this afternoon.

Today is the first day of summer and the longest day of the year…get out and enjoy!

An RMI Team heading toward the Summit. Photo Seth Waterfall
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Hi Jon,  Following your journey and as nervous as your mother.  Have fun but most important be safe
JoAnn

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Posted by: JoAnn Ingram on 6/21/2012 at 3:51 pm

Hi Jon!  Yes ... it’s your Mama.  I hope you are having an AMAZING journey.  Please be safe and smart, as I know you will.  I miss you so much… read more

Posted by: Paige Conley-Smith on 6/21/2012 at 8:16 am


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