Kilimanjaro: Casey Grom & Team Meet & Greet
Posted by: Casey Grom
Categories: Expedition Dispatches Kilimanjaro
Our Kilimanjaro trip is underway!
The team arrived late last night after their long flights from the US and after a short drive to our lodge the team had a quick dinner and headed for bed.
Today after a hearty breakfast the team met for RMI's official orientation where we did a round of introductions and discussed the upcoming plan for the next few day and the gear essentials for our climb.
We spent the remainder of the day packing and relaxing here at this tranquil and private lodge that has numerous wild animals roaming the grounds. There are two different types of monkeys here, the Velvet and the Blue. Several Dik Dik that have been rescued, a few Guinea fowl, and we even managed to see a Genet sneaking around tonight.
We are being well taken care of here at the Arumeru River Lodge by their gracious and kind staff.
Everyone is doing well and looking forward to a little uphill exercise tomorrow as we head to Kilimanjaro.
RMI Guide Casey Grom and Kili Team
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Comments (14)
Hi Rocket happy birthday I hope you have a good birthday!!!!!!!!!!!
Posted by: Rowan Junell on
Looks amazing Uncle John hope you are enjoying this adventure
Keep safe looking forward to seeing you in Ireland
Posted by: Evan Horgan on
Happy happy birthday WOW !!! ... 70 IS GREAT !!...and so much more to come :) Life is good.
Posted by: Victoria on
Happy birthday, Dad! Rock and roll up that mountain, dude!!!!!
- Clay
Posted by: Clay Junell on
John and Joe
Looking good
Have a great climb
Bob
Posted by: Bob on
This is SO cool! Can’t wait to see all of the pictures and follow you on this journey. Prayers for a safe climb for all—see you as you climb to the top!! Hugs, Ang
Posted by: Angie Long on
Hi John and Joe!!
Your GSU team/family is so excited for you both…..love reading the updates! Go forth and conquer ⛏
Kris
Posted by: Kris on
Hey John, Hope your having a blast!! Here’s where all your training comes into play. Best of luck to all to you bro and your team mates reaching the summit and getting back safe.
P.S. Safe some energy for Vegas !!!!
Posted by: Martin Horgan on
Go get em Dad! Your training will treat you well in the coming days. Oh, and Rise UP (to the top!)
Posted by: Todd on
Wishing you the best Eric!! Even though I had hoped you’d been able to come with us last year it’s exciting to see you start this journey man. Pole pole! Can’t wait to hear about your experience and see your certificate!
Posted by: Caleb on
Hi to everyone, will be interested to hear more. Good luck. Wanda
Hope all goes well , have a great climb .
Posted by: Wanda Gibson on
Good Luck - don’t peak over the ledge without an attached rope!!! Great adventure!!!
Posted by: Kelly Deterding on
Gibson Family,
Great to see you guys have made it to the start of your trek! Hope your having a great time preparing for the adventure that awaits you. Be safe!!! You have my thoughts and prayers. Good luck cant wait to see all the pictures and hear the stories. I will check in for a daily report.
All the Best! Wade
Posted by: Wade on
Kim, you and the boys look great! What a cool adventure, guys. Best wishes on the summit. We look forward to following you. Regards,
Posted by: Jim Brost on