Entries from Mount Rainier
Posted by: Brent Okita, Will Ambler
Categories: Expedition Dispatches Mount Rainier
Elevation: 14,410'
Congratulations to the Four Day Climb team led by RMI guides Brent Okita and Will Ambler for reaching the summit of Mt. Rainier!
With clear skies and breathtaking views, today’s climb was nothing short of spectacular. Huge kudos to the team for their determination and teamwork on this unforgettable journey.
The Four Day Climb led by RMI Guide Casey Grom and Tom Skoog reached the summit of Mt. Rainier early this morning. It was another beautiful day on the summit with warm, fair weather, and views for miles.
Congratulations team for reaching the top!
Congratulations team. You did it. Enjoy the beauty.
Posted by: Maryann Marzo on 7/17/2025 at 2:40 pm
Posted by: Jackson Breen, Bailey Servais
Categories: Expedition Dispatches Mount Rainier
Elevation: 14,410'
Today, the Five-Day Emmons Climb team reached the summit of Mt. Rainier via the Emmons Glacier Route! Led by RMI Guides Jackson Breen and Bailey Servais, the team camped on the Inter Glacier before making their final push from Camp Schurman.
They’ll descend tomorrow and celebrate their incredible achievement at Ashford Basecamp.
Posted by: Nikki Champion, Mike Haugen
Categories: Expedition Dispatches Mount Rainier
Elevation: 14,410'
At 7:15 AM this morning, the Four Day Climb led by Nikki Champion and Mike Haugen reached Columbia Crest, the highest point on Mount Rainier!
With clear skies and warm temperatures, the team crossed the crater in perfect conditions—an unforgettable moment on one of the most iconic peaks in the Pacific Northwest.
Huge congratulations to the climbers and guides for this incredible achievement!
Posted by: Jess Wedel, Rosie Hust, Stella Johnson, Margo Kerr
Categories: Expedition Dispatches Mount Rainier
Elevation: 14,410'
The Any Mountain Five Day Climb led by RMI Guides Jess Wedel, Rosie Hust, Stella Johnson, and Margo Kerr reached the summit of Mt. Rainier this morning. The team spent about an hour on the summit enjoying the breezy weather before beginning their descent to Camp Muir. The team will spend one more night at Camp Muir before making their descent to Paradise tomorrow.
Congratulations climbers!
PC: Jess Wedel
Posted by: Joe Crawford, Hannah Blum, Julian Kral, Kat Porter
Categories: Expedition Dispatches Mount Rainier
Elevation: 14,410'
Led by RMI Guides Joe Crawford, Hannah Blum, Julian Kral, and Kat Porter, the Five Day Climb reached the summit of Mt. Rainier this morning. The team reported beautiful windy weather from the Mt. Rainier summit crater. The team has descended to Camp Muir where they will spend one more night on the mountain. They'll finish their descent back to Paradise tomorrow.
Way to go climbers!
Posted by: Avery Stolte, Mike Bennett, Dominic Cifelli, Dylan Anderson, Nina Bridges, Leif Bergstrom, David Rathbun, Ben Porter
Categories: Expedition Dispatches Mount Rainier
Elevation: 14,410'
This morning at 5:30 AM PDT, the Four Day Climbs led by RMI Guides Avery Stolte and Mike Bennett reached the summit of Mt. Rainier. Avery reported beautiful weather with no wind. With the early morning summit, the teams are currently descending back to Camp Muir where they will pack their bags before descending the Muir Snowfield to Paradise. We look forward to seeing them in Ashford later this afternoon.
Congratulations climbers!
Posted by: Brent Okita, Ben Luedtke
Categories: Expedition Dispatches Mount Rainier
Elevation: 14,410'
At 7:02 AM, the Four Day Climb led by RMI Guides guides Brent Okita and Ben Luedtke reached the summit of Mt. Rainier!
Brent reported clear skies, a light breeze, and warm temperatures—a perfect morning to walk the crater rim and take in the breathtaking views from 14,410 feet.
Huge congratulations to the climbers and guides for a safe and successful ascent!
Posted by: Joe Hoch, Tatum Whatford
Categories: Expedition Dispatches Mount Rainier
Elevation: 14,410'
The Four Day Climb teams led by Joe Hoch and Tatum Whatford stood on the summit of Mt. Rainier at 6:15 AM this morning!
The team left under a beautiful full moon and summited with perfect sunny skies. We also had a proposal on the summit. Rumor has it, she said YES!
Congratulations to all climbers for reaching the top of the Pacific Northwest!
The ESS - Kautz Team, led by RMI Guide Mike Haugen, reached the summit of Mt. Rainier this morning via the Kautz Route, a classic route!
After a week of intense alpine training and a thrilling climb up the Kautz Ice Chute, the team topped out in style. They're now making their way down the mountain via the Disappointment Cleaver Route, completing an epic "up and over" traverse.
Huge congratulations to the entire team for their teamwork, and mountaineering skill!
Congratulations Team for reaching the top. Take in the beauty.
Posted by: Maryann Marzo on 7/18/2025 at 3:31 pm
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