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Mt. Rainier: Muir Seminar Finishes Their Week on the Mountain

Posted by: Casey Grom, Adam Knoff | May 24, 2013
Categories: *Expedition Dispatches *Mount Rainier

RMI Guides Casey Grom, Adam Knoff and the Expedition Skills Seminar team descended from Camp Muir and arrived at Rainier Basecamp this afternoon.  They learned many mountaineering skills at 10,000’ during their five days on the mountain and weathered a winter snow storm that dropped three feet of new snow at Camp Muir.

Great job to all!

The ESS - Muir team at Camp Muir. Photo: Casey Grom

Mt. Rainier: Expedition Skills Seminar Camp Muir Update

Posted by: Adam Knoff, Casey Grom | May 23, 2013
Categories: *Expedition Dispatches *Mount Rainier
Elevation: 10,200

The Expedition Skills Seminar – Muir led by Casey Grom and Adam Knoff made the prudent decision to remain at Camp Muir last night.  A foot of new snow fell at Camp Muir overnight in addition to 10 inches yesterday.  Casey also reports the temperature is hovering around 10 degrees which is keeping everyone busy staying warm.  The Seminar is planning to head up to the Ingraham Flats this morning.  The team wraps up their training and time at Muir tomorrow.

Rapelling on the Muir Seminar. Photo: Mike King Two team members practice rapelling on the Muir Seminar. Photo: Mike King After the clouds break, the Muir Seminar enjoys some afternoon sun. Photo: Mike King
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I did the winter seminar in January with Adam and we were pounded with snow. Didnt get to summit either. Still had a blast! Built a massive snow wall.

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Posted by: Todd on 5/24/2013 at 3:32 am

awesome picture!!

hope you all get a chance at the summit! but either way, it sounds like such a blast so far (snow and all!)

take pictures brian!!!!

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Posted by: whitney miller on 5/23/2013 at 1:58 pm


Mt. Rainier: Expedition Skills Seminar Moves into Camp Muir

Posted by: Casey Grom, Adam Knoff | May 20, 2013
Categories: *Expedition Dispatches *Mount Rainier
Elevation: 10,000'

RMI Guides Casey Grom, Adam Knoff and their teams headed up to Camp Muir today.  The weather was magnificent!  Now they have settled in at 10,000’, they will spend the next four days learning mountaineering skills and as well as a summit bid on Mt. Rainier.

The Seminar team on the Muir Snowfield. Photo: Casey Grom The Muir Seminar on their way to Camp Muir. Photo: Casey Grom
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Brings back a lot of memories.  Nice job you guys.  Looks like you’re having fun.  Go Eric!!  Love, Pops

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Posted by: George Haddenhorst on 5/22/2013 at 1:18 pm

Breathtaking pictures! A pretty handsome in the green jacket!  Good climbing Jared, and to the rest of the team as well.  Love you lots!  Mom

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Posted by: Kris Reene on 5/21/2013 at 3:43 pm


Mt. Rainier: Muir Seminar Starts Their Week at Rainier Basecamp

Posted by: Casey Grom, Adam Knoff | May 19, 2013
Categories: *Expedition Dispatches *Mount Rainier
Elevation: 1,762'

RMI Guides Casey Grom and Adam Knoff are leading our first Expedition Skills Seminar - Muir of the 2013 season.  Today they are spending the day at Rainier Basecamp preparing for their next five days on Mt. Rainier.  Team introductions, gear organizing, and technical training is on their agenda.

While the team was testing out their boots on a hike from Basecamp, they ran into Lou Whittaker, the man who started RMI 44 years ago!  Some stories were told and photos were taken, then it was back to training.

The team is anxious to head up on the mountain tomorrow!

Lou Whittaker posing with the ESS - Muir team. Photo: Casey Grom The ESS - Muir crew testing their boots on the Basecamp trail. Photo: Casey Grom ESS-Muir Gear Check at Rainier Basecamp. Photo: Casey Grom
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Take it all in.  Savor each moment.  Fill your senses with the beautiful creation.  Enjoy your climb, enjoy each other, enjoy the views.

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Posted by: Craig and Marilyn Miller on 5/21/2013 at 8:22 am

Just saw the pictures!  How awesome Jared!!

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Posted by: Kris Reene on 5/20/2013 at 3:52 pm


Mt. Rainier: May 17th Update

Posted by: Casey Grom, Tyler Reid, Adam Knoff | May 17, 2013
Categories: *Expedition Dispatches *Mount Rainier
Elevation: 13,300'

Casey Grom and the Five Day Mt. Rainier Summit Climb called in early this morning.  Due to low visibility the team made the decision to turn at 13,300’. The team is en-route to Camp Muir, and expected back at Basecamp this afternoon.

Tyler Reid and Adam Knoff are heading up to Camp Muir to start their Five and Four Day Summit Climbs respectively.

The Five Day Muir Summit Climb ascending Mt. Rainier. Photo: Casey Grom 5/17/13- The Five Day Muir Summit Climb team on the summit. Photo: Casey Grom Camp Muir in a snow storm. Photo: Win Whittaker

Mt. Rainier: Grom & Team Check Out Cathedral Gap

Posted by: Casey Grom | May 16, 2013
Categories: *Expedition Dispatches *Mount Rainier
Elevation: 10,000'

Casey Grom checked in after the team climbed up to Cathedral Gap on their rest day of the Five Day Summit Climb.  The weather was beautiful!  The team was preparing for their summit bid in the morning.  Check out the photos Casey sent after returning to Camp Muir.

The Summit Climb ascending to Cathedral Gap. Photo: Casey Grom Top of Cathedral Gap on Mt. Rainier. Photo: Casey Grom

Everest Base Camp Trek: Grom & Team Return to Kathmandu

Posted by: Casey Grom | April 06, 2013
Categories: *Expedition Dispatches *Everest BC Trek
Elevation: 4,383'

Kathmandu!
It’s been quite the adventure the last few weeks. Today the team left the beautiful and peaceful Khumbu and caught our morning flight back to the busy city of Kathmandu. The team spent the day lounging by the pool, resting in our rooms and catching up with emails and news.

Everyone is doing well and excited about returning home to family and friends. We finished the day off with pizzas and long fresh salads.

RMI Guide Casey Grom and crew

RMI Guide Casey Grom & Team Return to Kathmandu.  Photo: Casey Grom

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It’s so hard to believe the trekkers are already back in Kathmandu.  The trek passed quickly but the memories will last a lifetime.  Congratulations on a successful trek to EBC.

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Posted by: Lynn Via on 4/6/2013 at 10:43 pm


Everest Base Camp Trek: Grom & Team Celebrate in Lukla

Posted by: Casey Grom | April 05, 2013
Categories: *Expedition Dispatches *Everest BC Trek
Elevation: 9,350'

Lukla!  Back to where we started after another long day hiking. We left Namche about an hour later than planned to get in some last minute shopping, I’m sure everyone can guess who prompted that decision…..

Lucky enough to have another beautiful day for hiking, we were happy to spend all day on the trail again (but actually)! Making our way down what we lovingly dubbed the ‘Namche Hill’ on the way up, we encountered way more yaks and porters than last week…due to the Saturday market tomorrow, that some of us are sad to be missing!

What goes down must come up….after a quick stop in Phakding for some lunch, we started back up our final hill to Lukla. Although the lower altitude certainly helped, after so much downhill the past few days I’ve got to say it was tough switching gears again! About two-thirds of the way up to Lukla, Lakpa’s two adorable kids came and met us on the trail - what a wonderful surprise! Lakpa and his family then hosted us at their house for some tea once everyone caught their breath, which was another great surprise.

After showers and some dinner, we said many many thanks and gave many hugs to our wonderful porters and Sherpas (see picture!). Our trip certainly wouldn’t have been the same without their hard work, and I know that their smiling faces put me in a good mood each and every day. We were so lucky to have them!

Everyone will be happy to know that a dance party just got started in Lukla! Hello and I love you to all my friends and family (Daddy, Dana, Haley, Scott & Bandit - Mommy is up on the dance floor. Uh oh!).—Allie

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Team Grom post trek in Lukla. Photo: Casey Grom The Team with our invaluable Sherpa and Porters. Photo: Casey Grom Lukla Dance Party! Photo: Casey Grom

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So glad to see the team smiling and dancing in Lukla.  Did Missy bring her birthday presents and use them at the dance party?  Retail sales in Namche were at… read more

Posted by: Kathryn LeBey on 4/6/2013 at 4:20 am

Looks like the party was a lot of fun. I’m glad you had a chance to unwind and let loose. All of you, have safe journeys home!

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Posted by: Yuki Loritz on 4/5/2013 at 9:18 pm


Everest Base Camp Trek: Grom & Team Descend to Namche

Posted by: Casey Grom | April 04, 2013
Categories: *Expedition Dispatches *Everest BC Trek
Elevation: 11,300'

Hello everyone back home.  All is well here in the Khumbu!

After so much time together bonding the team has decided to stick together and finish this trek the same way we started, together. Island Peak will have to wait till next time!

We left Pheriche and hiked downhill passing what seemed like a endless line of trekkers, climbers, porters, and yaks loaded with gear for Everest.  It was a beautiful but long day, and we have arrived in Namche after eight hours on our feet. Clear weather allowed us more amazing views and the chance for one more view of Everest before descending down to camp. The warm thicker air feels great and the team has just finished a nice dinner at our tea house “Camp De Base”.

Tonight we are having the world championship of cribbage!

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Team Casey back in Namche. Photo: Casey Grom Descending views of Everest. Photo: Casey Grom Yaks resting on the trail to Namche. Photo: Casey Grom

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Ditto the comments above! Especially Sasha’s “enjoy the descent!” Really, enjoy it all- we were amazed at how different the landscape was on our way back to Lukla.
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Posted by: Dana Marie Buchanan on 4/5/2013 at 7:55 am

Elsie,
Hope you are well…can’t wait to hear the stories when you are home…sounds like an amazing trip.

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Posted by: Fletch on 4/5/2013 at 4:38 am


Everest Base Camp Trek: Grom & Team Back in Pheriche

Posted by: Casey Grom | April 03, 2013
Categories: *Expedition Dispatches *Everest BC Trek
Elevation: 13,950'

The team left Basecamp today and descended all they way back to Pheriche at 14,000ft. We were excited to meet the Everest climbing team on their way up and wish them luck.  Everyone is doing well and looking forward to the thicker air and warmer temps that lies below.

Well do our best to send some photos tomorrow.

RMI Guide Casey Grom and crew

An RMI team descending past prayer flags. Photo: RMI Collection

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