Entries from Mount Rainier
Posted by: George Hedreen, Joe Crawford, Daniel May, Celeste Wilson, Annie Chapman, Matt Kelly, Oliver Sperin, Rylee Ericson
Categories: Mount Rainier
Elevation: 14,410'
The Four Day climb led by RMI guides George Hedreen and Joe Crawford reached the summit of Mt Rainier this morning around 6am. They reported cool temperatures, but a lovely morning. They are currently on their descent back to Camp Muir and will be returning to Ashford this afternoon.
Great work up there, team!
Posted by: Joe Hoch, Leif Bergstrom
Categories: Expedition Dispatches Mount Rainier
Elevation: 13,100'
The Four Day Climb led by Joe Hoch and Leif Bergstrom reached approximately 13,100 feet before deciding to turn around due to conditions on the climbing route. The team is now descending toward Camp Muir and is expected back in the early afternoon.
Well done team!
Posted by: Henry Coppolillo, Jackson Breen, Matt Tucker, Nina Bridges, Robert Whyte, Erika Barrett, Edward Barrett, Megan Ochalek
Categories: Expedition Dispatches Mount Rainier
Elevation: 14,410'
The Four Day Climb August 16 - 19 led by RMI Guides Henry Coppolillo and Jackson Breen reached the summit this morning and stood on Columbia Crest. It was a clear, calm and perfect day with views all the way to Mt Jefferson. The teams started down from the crater rim around 7 am. Once back at Camp Muir they will repack and continue down to Paradise.
Congratulations to today's climbers!
Posted by: Calvin Jiricko, Tate Hughes, Celeste Wilson, Sean James
Categories: Expedition Dispatches Mount Rainier
Elevation: 14,410'
The Expedition Skills Seminar - Paradise led by RMI Guide Calvin Jiricko concluded their week of training by standing on the summit of Mt. Rainier this morning. The team spent several days on the lower slopes of Mt. Rainier with instruction and training, enjoying a wilderness experience and learning glacier travel skills. Yesterday the team bumped their gear to Camp Muir to launch for their summit attempt. After enjoying some time in the crater their started their descent around 7 am. The team will continue down to Paradise later this afternoon and conclude their program later today with a bit of celebration.
Nice work team!
Posted by: Avery Stolte, Will Ambler, Gabriel Puhky
Categories: Expedition Dispatches Mount Rainier
Elevation: 14,410'
RMI Guide Avery Stolte and the Four Day Climb August 15 - 18 reached the summit of Mt. Rainier this morning. It is a beauitful day with clear skies and the team enjoyed some time in the summit crater before starting their descent to Camp Muir. Once back at Camp Muir the team will get a quick break before descending the final 4,500' to Paradise.
Congratulations to today's climbers!
Posted by: Sam Traylor, Dominic Cifelli, George Hedreen, Margo Kerr, Ben Thorneycroft, Annie Chapman, Kat Porter, Lukas Bergsten
Categories: Expedition Dispatches Mount Rainier
Elevation: 14,410'
The Four Day Climb August 14 - 17 led by RMI Guides Sam Traylor and George Hedreen reached the summit of Mt. Rainier this morning. They were above the clouds with a light wind and enjoyed some time in the summit crater. They started their descent from the crater rim around 7 am headed for Camp Muir. Once back at camp they will have a short break to repack and then continue down to Paradise. Their program will conclude this afternoon at Rainier BaseCamp with a summit celebration.
Congratulations team!
PC: Dominic Cifelli
Congrats sankalp and karthik
Posted by: Somasundaram on 8/17/2026 at 10:41 am
Hearty Congratulations .Sankalp, Tanner and Karthik..for reaching the summit.
Posted by: KANDASWAMY on 8/17/2026 at 8:06 am
Posted by: Nick Sinapius, Jack Ritterson, Robert Whyte, Mike Bennett, Nina Bridges, Oliver Sperin, Oliver Kendall
Categories: Expedition Dispatches Mount Rainier
Elevation: 14,410'
The Four Day Climb August 13 - 16 led by RMI Guides Nick Sinapius & Jack Ritterson reached the summit around 6:30 am today. They had overcast skies and a steady wind of 10-20 mph keeping things cool. The team started their descent from the crater rim shortly before 8 am. Once back at Camp Muir the climbers will take a quick break and repack their gear, then descend the remaining 4.5 miles to Paradise.
Congratulations to today's climbers!
Posted by: Jackson Breen, Hannah Billings, Ben Stimson, Edward Barrett, Will Ambler, Ben Thorneycroft, Megan Ochalek, Marissa Tremblay
Categories: Expedition Dispatches Mount Rainier
Elevation: 14,410'
The Five-Day climbs led by Jackson Breen and Will Ambler summitted Mt. Rainier around 7:10 am this morning. They reported clear skies above with clouds building around them, so they opted for a touch and go on top to keep the team moving. They'll return to Camp Muir and stay one more night before returning to Ashford.
Way to go team!
Congratulations! Impressive accomplishment. Can’t wait to see some photos and hear about the trip. Well done.
Posted by: Gene Saab on 8/14/2026 at 7:09 pm
Well done team! I am so excited to hear about your climb and see pictures!
A big shout out to my son TJ Hunt!
I am so proud of you all!!
Heidi Hunt
Posted by: Heidi Hunt on 8/14/2026 at 10:26 am
Posted by: Dominic Cifelli, Stella Johnson, Mac Nolde, Simon Kearns
Categories: Expedition Dispatches Mount Rainier
Elevation: 14,410'
The Five Day Private Climb led by RMI Guide Dominic Cifelli reached the summit of Mt. Raineir today with 100% of their team. It's a beauiful day on the mountain with clear skies and cool temperatures. The team will return to Camp Muir and spend another night on the mountain. They may do a little training or just enjoy the views. Tomorrow they will descend to Paradise and conclude their program.
Nice work team!

Way to go, team!! I was sending you my best wishes and spiritual vibrations… from my good eye!!
Posted by: Barb Lee on 8/12/2026 at 12:39 pm
Posted by: Joe Hoch, Robert Whyte, Lukas Bergsten
Categories: Expedition Dispatches Mount Rainier
Elevation: 14,410'
The Four Day Climb led by RMI Guide Joe Hoch reached the summit of Mt. Rainier this morning with 100% of their team. Joe reported a very good route, sunshine and cooler temperatures. They enjoyed some time in the crater before starting their descent. Once back at Camp Muir they will pack up and continue downhill to Paradise.
Way to go team!


Joe Crawford the GOAT! Nice work climbers!
Posted by: Chris G on 8/21/2026 at 10:13 am
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