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Kilimanjaro: Tucker & Team’s First Views of Kilimanjaro

August 8, 2012

Posted by: Mark Tucker

Categories: Expedition Dispatches Kilimanjaro

Elevation: 12,800'

Mark Tucker checking in from Camp 2, Kilimanjaro, the Shira Camp. Well over 12,000'. You can see your breath tonight, a little bit chilly. What a great day. Perfect climbing conditions. We received a little sprinkling yesterday so the dust has been settled. We had a little cloud cover so it made quite comfortable climbing up to camp today. Then it started to rain just a little bit when we arrived so we are already in the tents. We were fortunate enough that the mountain popped out right at sunset tonight. We have now seen the peak. Everybody is quite thrilled with that. Lots of pictures as you can well imagine. The team is doing very well. Everybody's healthy and we've been moving nice and smooth and we're all developing these great techniques for the summit to come. We have a clear night and we'll talk to you tomorrow after a pretty good-size day. We're all looking for it. RMI Guide Mark Tucker

RMI Guide Mark Tucker checks in from Shira Camp on Kilimanjaro

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Kilimanjaro: Seth & Team Safely Off the Mountain

August 8, 2012

Posted by: Seth Waterfall

Categories: Expedition Dispatches Kilimanjaro

We're back at the hotel!!! We awoke early this morning and everyone was psyched to get on the trail. The thought of a hot shower and a cold beer was all it took to motivate the group. After a wrap up ceremony with our crew we dispatched with the last few thousand feet of Kilimanjaro in 2.5 hours. Our truck met us at the national park gate and delivered us to the Dik Dik hotel. Everyone is now prepping for a celebration dinner. Safari starts tomorrow! RMI Guide Seth Waterfall

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Great climb men, we too are proud of your trip to the summit…Hope you have a safe trip home.

Posted by: Hal and Mary Hayes on 8/11/2012 at 4:47 pm

Way to go to the Brothers Leonard! Eddie, the Pookas are proud of you.

Posted by: Jim Citrano on 8/9/2012 at 3:49 am

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Kilimanjaro: Tucker & Team at Machame Camp

August 7, 2012

Posted by: Mark Tucker

Categories: Expedition Dispatches Kilimanjaro

Elevation: 9,999'

Mark Tucker checking in from 9,999'. Camp 1 on Kilimanjaro on the Machame Route in the Machame Camp reporting all is well. We just had a great day. A little bit overcast. It actually sprinkled just enough to keep the dust down. Last trip it was quite a dusty monster but boy, conditions just couldn't be better. The team is climbing very well, no issues. Great meal, no headaches. Everybody is just climbing into their tents and looking forward to a nice rest. Big day tomorrow but nothing these guys can't handle. Obviously I've got a couple of layers. I've got my heavy coat on just to stay comfortable but it is very pleasant out tonight. The clouds have now blown out and it is a very starry, starry night. We have a real nice camp, a little higher than most groups, so we have our own little private Idaho, which is sort of a bonus. As usual there are a few other teams out here but they are doing okay as well. We are having a blast and we appreciate you guys keeping tabs on us. We'll report back sooner than later. RMI Guide Mark Tucker

Mark Tucker checks in from Machame Camp.

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Hey mom! Looks like you’re having a smooth start and that’s awesome. We are all keeping updated on the blog. We really liked the look of the jungle! Lots of love.
-Evan, Connor, Grandma, Grandpa

Posted by: Evan Aseltine on 8/8/2012 at 3:24 pm

Dick, Brad and Tyler - Looks like you are enjoying your trip so far. Sending this blog to all our friends. Hugs, Gayle

Posted by: Gayle on 8/8/2012 at 1:01 pm

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Kilimanjaro: Seth & Team on the Summit!

August 7, 2012

Posted by: Seth Waterfall

Categories: Expedition Dispatches Kilimanjaro

Elevation: 19,340'

Jambo! We have descended past high camp and are on our way to our last camp, Mweka. The summit was beautiful with zero wind and sunny skies. We topped out on Stella Point at sunrise and reached Uruhu Peak one hour later. As we descended a cloud layer built over the mountain and we're currently getting snowed on. We're all looking forward to a nice rest. RMI Guide Seth Waterfall

RMI Guide Seth Waterfall checks in from the Kilimanjaro Summit

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Matt
Great!!!
We have been following you every day.
Love
Mom and Dad

Posted by: MaryAnn and Arthur on 8/8/2012 at 7:42 am

WOOOO HOOOOO!!!! Go team! tamara, you rock!
XO
ALICIA

Posted by: Alicia Schwartz on 8/8/2012 at 7:21 am

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Kilimanjaro: Tucker & Team Arrive in Tanzania

August 6, 2012

Posted by: Mark Tucker

Categories: Expedition Dispatches Kilimanjaro

So, our team is now assembled at the Dik Dik Hotel in Tanzania, getting ready for our climb of Kilimanjaro. It is a long way from the US and sometimes mother nature makes getting where we want to go (out of Chicago in a windstorm) a bit more difficult. Nonetheless, we are all here and with most of our luggage......two of the team are missing bags. Our local staff has worked hard to assist us by making additional transfers to the airport to pick up our gear. We have it pretty good in the ol' USA, just some of the places we wish to visit are not at the same level of infrastructure and support we are used to. I look at it that we are a guest in their country and appreciate any help I can get. Bottom line two more equipment checks tonight and some late night packing. Then we will be good to go in the morning. We celebrated two birthdays tonight with cake, candles, singing and presents. Not a bad place to celebrate! This is adventure travel at its best and tomorrow we start on the mountain. It doesn't stand a chance against this team! RMI Guide Mark Tucker

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Have fun Steve!

Posted by: Kim Anglemyer on 8/7/2012 at 5:31 pm

Eddie, Bob and Tom - great job!!! We can’t wait to hear all about it when you get back . Have a great time and keep climbing !!!!!!

Posted by: Sheila on 8/7/2012 at 4:36 pm

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Kilimanjaro: Seth & Team Ascend to High Camp

August 6, 2012

Posted by: Seth Waterfall

Categories: Expedition Dispatches Kilimanjaro

Elevation: 15,000'

We're on the way to high camp on Kilimanjaro! The sun is out and it's a beautiful day. We'll be on the trail for about three hours today and then we'll begin our final prep for the summit push. If all goes well we should be on top of Kilimanjaro within 24 hours! RMI Guide Seth Waterfall

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Tamara and Jerry - You are both AMAZING, what an awesome experience, I assume by now you are on the top of Kilimanjaro! I can’t say we know anyone else that has accomplished this challenge. Travel safely. Loev, Cathy and Bob

Posted by: Cathy on 8/7/2012 at 8:47 am

Jerry you are almost there!
Go team Go!
have a wonderful day… love, Lynn. :)

Posted by: Lynn on 8/7/2012 at 6:57 am

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Kilimanjaro: Seth & Team Nearing Karanga Valley Camp

August 5, 2012

Posted by: Seth Waterfall

Categories: Expedition Dispatches Kilimanjaro

Elevation: 12,800'

Hi everyone we are on top of the Barranco Wall. The team is good aside from a few stomach issues. We'll get a nice long rest this afternoon at Karanga Valley. Wish us luck. RMI Guide Seth Waterfall

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Tom, Bob and Eddie - you know that Jim Citrano is referring to your mother’s genetics! But it is also a tribute to your determination and training. Hopefullly, you and your colleagues all make it to the top. Everyone below is rooting for all of you.

Dad

Posted by: Thomas Leonard on 8/6/2012 at 7:29 am

I love checking in on what you are doing with this blog! Amazing!! Quite inspirational! I hope you are enjoying every second of it…and I hope your stomach isn’t one of the issues. Keep on kicking ass Tamara!!!
XO
ALICIA

Posted by: Alicia Schwartz on 8/6/2012 at 5:36 am

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Kilimanjaro: Seth & Team at Barranco Camp

August 4, 2012

Posted by: Seth Waterfall

Categories: Expedition Dispatches Kilimanjaro

Elevation: 15,200'

Hi there! This is the Kilimanjaro team checking in from our high point today at 15,200 ft. All is well on the trail. The altitude is kicking in but we're all adapting. This afternoon we are going to drop back down a few thousand feet to Barranco Camp. Tomorrow we will tackle the steepest portion of our trek; the Barranco Wall. RMI Guide Seth Waterfall

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Hi Tamara. Have a safe and wonderful climb. You look great!

Posted by: terry luaces on 8/6/2012 at 4:42 am

Chris!!!!! Congrats little bro…That looks like a blast…Be safe, we love you.

Posted by: Mick on 8/5/2012 at 8:26 am

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Kilimanjaro: Tucker & Team enjoy their last day in Africa

August 3, 2012

Posted by: Mark Tucker

Categories: Expedition Dispatches Kilimanjaro

We had a nice drive out of the park today as many elephants stole the show. We made a stop for more shopping and a visit to an orphanage. We had a last great meal with some day rooms to make sure no dust is brought back state side. It is nice when things go like clockwork the whole trip through. No rain or snow on the big hill this time, but we were ready. We had a nice view of the mountain at sunset on our way to the airport. What a pleasure working with this diverse group these last couple of weeks.They all climbed with great style. Keeping me thrilled with this life I lead. Look forward to meeting up with them again! RMI Guide Mark Tucker

Kilimanjaro: Seth & Team Hiking Above the Clouds

August 3, 2012

Posted by: Seth Waterfall

Categories: Expedition Dispatches Kilimanjaro

Elevation: 12,200'

We are on the trail to Shira Plateau, our second camp on Kilimanjaro. Last night was calm and clear with a full moon and today we've been above the clouds all morning. The trail is busy with climbers from all over the world but our team was ready to go early this morning so we're ahead of the pack. We got our first view of the upper mountain today and we're all suitably impressed. RMI Guide Seth Waterfall

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good luck guys!
I’m jealous!

Posted by: Russ on 8/7/2012 at 3:40 am

Matt
Have a great climb
Love
Mom and Dad

Posted by: Mary Ann Krull on 8/4/2012 at 10:20 am

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