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RMI Guide JJ Justman Notches his 200th Summit of Mt. Rainier!

June 4, 2013

Posted by: JJ Justman

Categories: Guide News Mount Rainier

Elevation: 14,410'

RMI Guide JJ Justman reached the summit of Mt. Rainier on Wednesday, June 4th, 2013, marking his 200th summit of the mountain. JJ has been a mountain guide for eighteen years, leading climbers on climbs and expeditions around the world, from Mt. Rainier to Alaska to the Andes to the Himalaya, including Mt. Everest. "People often ask me how I can climb Rainier day in and day out year after year, if it ever gets old? And my answer is always the same. No," said Justman. "I climb Rainier to share the experience with first time climbers. I see the emotion on people's faces as they come down from the mountain as they say, "I can't believe I did that"! And now with 200 summits I have seen and heard that a lot from hundreds of people. And it never gets old. I look forward to sharing the unforgettable experience with many others as I climb towards 300!" Below is a compilation of photos from JJ's climbs over the years. We wish JJ a big congratulations and many more safe climbs to come! - The RMI Team Collection of JJ's Rainier Photos over the years

Collection of JJ's Rainier Photos over the years

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YAY JJ! That’s awesome! I was on your rope with you when you completed your 175th in 2011, it was such a great time that I am coming to do it again next week. You’re a kickass guide! -Andy R

Posted by: Andy on 6/5/2013 at 3:55 pm

Wow JJ ... 200 summits. What an accomplishment! Congratulations!!! Fred K

Posted by: Fred Klingbeil on 6/5/2013 at 10:20 am

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Mt. Rainier: June 3rd Update

June 3, 2013

Posted by: Pete Van Deventer

Categories: Expedition Dispatches Mount Rainier

Elevation: 11,000'

The Four Day Summit Climbs led by RMI Guides Andres Marin and Geoff Schellens were forced to turn at the traverse to the nose of the cleaver (11,000’) due to unstable snow. The teams performed snow tests which confirmed the snow instability. The weather this morning was clear but windy with gusts of 45 mph as the teams descended back to Camp Muir. The Expedition Skills Seminar – Muir led by RMI Guides JJ Justman and Pete Van Deventer are making their ascent to Camp Muir today to begin their week of training and climbing.

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Nate,
Stay safe & enjoy every breath! So proud of you!
Good luck!
Lora

“A mountain keeps an echo deep inside. That’s how I hold your voice.”~Rumi

Posted by: Lora on 6/4/2013 at 5:34 am

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Mt. Rainier: Expedition Skills Seminar Begins

June 2, 2013

Posted by: JJ Justman, Pete Van Deventer

Categories: Expedition Dispatches Mount Rainier

Elevation: 1,800'

Our team met this morning for our six day Mt. Rainier program. It was the first day of orientation for our Expedition Skills Seminar - Muir. We spent the day ensuring we had all the right equipment and could pack efficiently. In the afternoon we grabbed our harnesses, boots, ice tools and crampons and spent time on the climbing walls at Rainier BaseCamp. Just because we are not on the mountain doesn't mean we can't have fun. Stay tuned as our team ventures on the mountain starting tomorrow! RMI Guide JJ Justman

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Matt hope you are enjoying your climb be safe! love mom

Posted by: terri mcmahand on 6/4/2013 at 9:04 pm

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Mt. Rainier: June 2nd Update

June 2, 2013

Posted by: Linden Mallory, Walter Hailes

Categories: Expedition Dispatches Mount Rainier

Elevation: 11,200'

The Four Day Summit Climb led by Walter Hailes and the Five Day Summit Climb led by Linden Mallory reached Ingraham Flats (11,200') this morning before making the decision to turn the teams around due to unstable snow conditions. The teams will descend from Camp Muir and return to Rainier BaseCamp in Ashford this afternoon.

Mt. Rainier: June 1st Update

June 1, 2013

Posted by: Pete Van Deventer

Categories: Expedition Dispatches Mount Rainier

Elevation: 11,000'

The Four Day Summit Climb led by RMI Guide Pete Van Deventer turned at 11,000’ this morning due to avalanche danger. The team returned safely back to Camp Muir and did a bit of training before starting their descent to Paradise. Pete reported high clouds with good visibility below to AltaVista. Sounds like a nice, calm morning at Camp Muir. The Five Day Westminster Summit Climb team led by RMI Guide Linden Mallory will rest and train today around Camp Muir.

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Good luck to the Westminster team! Thinking good thoughts for all!

Posted by: Julie Bassett on 6/1/2013 at 7:41 pm

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Mt. Rainier: Muir Seminar Completes Their Training on the Mountain

May 31, 2013

Posted by: JJ Justman, Casey Grom

Categories: Expedition Dispatches Mount Rainier

Elevation: 10,600'

The Expedition Skills Seminar – Muir led by Casey Grom and JJ Justman were able to safely climb to the top of Cathedral Gap this morning. They had clear weather, sunshine and no wind. The team had experienced winter-like conditions this week at Camp Muir but had a lot of fun training at 10,000 feet.

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Hope the weather hold out for your team. Good luck and thanks for a great adventure last week.

Posted by: Gary Butcher on 6/1/2013 at 3:59 am

Looks like you guys had beautiful weather! I’m so jealous! Have fun and stay safe!

Posted by: Michaela on 5/31/2013 at 10:49 pm

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Mt. Rainier: Seminar Trains at Camp Muir

May 28, 2013

Posted by: JJ Justman, Casey Grom

Categories: Expedition Dispatches Mount Rainier

Elevation: 10,000'

The Expedition Skills Seminar team awoke at Muir with sunny skies. We spent the day training outside going over basic climbing skills. Later this afternoon the weather rolled in and we retreated back into the comfort of our bunkhouse. There we continued training where the team safely learned self rescue out of a crevasse. Tonight we will enjoy dinner, lecture on high altitude medicine and tell some tall tales along the way. RMI Guide JJ Justman

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Hey; hope all is going great…have not heard from your guide for a couple of days; be safe.
Dad

Posted by: Jeff on 5/30/2013 at 9:15 pm

Dave,
I hope you are having a great time. I can’t wait to hear all about it!
Love, Renee

Posted by: Renee Kodey on 5/29/2013 at 9:05 pm

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Mt. Rainier: Expedition Skills Seminar Reaches Camp Muir

May 27, 2013

Posted by: JJ Justman

Categories: Expedition Dispatches Mount Rainier

Elevation: 10,080'

It's winter!!! Maybe I'm a little too excited but we made it to Camp Muir and the entire team is doing great. We endured the wind, rain and snow allowing everyone to learn the number one expedition skill...how to take care of ourselves in foul weather. We are busy sipping hot chocolate and there's a mug with my name on it! RMI Guide JJ Justman

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hope all is well hope my friend sees there wish her luck there Bri

Posted by: jerry stinnett on 5/31/2013 at 8:18 pm

Sending our hugs, kisses, and stay safe, warm wishes!

... Love JB, Jo Jo Tater Tot, Mother of Pearl and Oly Girl. Xoxoxo

Posted by: Taylor girls on 5/28/2013 at 8:53 pm

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Mt. Rainier: May 27th Update

May 27, 2013

Posted by: Adam Knoff, Walter Hailes

Categories: Expedition Dispatches Mount Rainier

The Four Day Summit Climb led by Adam Knoff and Walter Hailes turned at the top of Disappointment Cleaver as a weather system quickly moved in on them making for an exciting descent back to Camp Muir. Both teams will continue their descent to Paradise and then to Rainier Basecamp this afternoon.

Mt. Rainier- May 26th update

May 26, 2013

Posted by: Tyler Jones, Pete Van Deventer

Categories: Expedition Dispatches Mount Rainier

Elevation: 11,000'

The Four Day Summit Climb led by Tyler Jones and the Five Day Summit Climb led by Pete Van Deventer were forced to turn their climbs at 11,000’ due to limited visibility, high avalanche conditions, and blowing snow. The teams are descending the Muir Snowfield en route to Paradise and will be back in Ashford later this morning.

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What an amazing experience. Sorry you had to turn back, but glad you’re all safe! Can’t wait to hear about the adventure!

Posted by: Susan White, Allyson's mom on 5/27/2013 at 8:43 am

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