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Ecuador Seminar: Walter & Team Reach the Top of Rucu Pichincha

June 18, 2015

Posted by: Mike Walter

Categories: Expedition Dispatches Ecuador

Elevation: 15,700'

We had a great climb today, with everyone climbing strong and reaching the summit of Rucu Pichincha. At a height of nearly 15,700', many of our team set new personal altitude records today. We were working hard and breathing deeply in the thin air of Rucu, which rises abruptly out of the city of Quito. We accessed the upper ridge of Rucu via a gondola ride to over 13,000'. The weather cooperated with us today, although on the summit the views were obscured by clouds. Lower on the climb we were afforded impressive views down into the Quito valley below. We're psyched for a little down time this afternoon. We head up north tomorrow to climb Fuya Fuya. We'll keep you posted. RMI Guide Mike Walter

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Mt. McKinley: Nugent & Team Ready to Fly!

June 18, 2015

Posted by: Billy Nugent, Mike King, Sean Collon

Categories: Expedition Dispatches Mt. McKinley

Thursday June 18th 10:20 a.m. RMI Guide Billy Nugent just called from Talkeetna. K2 Aviation is ready to fly the team onto Mount McKinley! Once they are settled into their first camp, Billy will check in with us from the glacier.

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Great looking team you have there ! Stay safe & brng home lots of stories!!

Posted by: Irma Ross on 6/22/2015 at 4:09 pm

great picture !

Posted by: MARK AND HELEN WALSH on 6/22/2015 at 1:46 pm

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Ecuador Seminar: Walter & Team Sightseeing in Quito

June 18, 2015

Posted by: Mike Walter

Categories: Expedition Dispatches Ecuador

Elevation: 9,350'

Wednesday, June 17th Our Ecuador Seminar trip is officially under way. We met this morning for breakfast and group introductions, and then hit the ground running. First on our to-do list was head out to the Panecillo, a statue and view point overlooking Ecuador’s capital city, Quito. Surrounded by mountains and sitting at nearly 9,000’, the views were beautiful, including a glimpse at tomorrow’s objective, Volcano Rucu Pichincha. Next up, we toured the streets of colonial Quito. Here we got history lessons from our local guide and visited churches, the presidential palace, independence plaza, and more. Finally we were off to the Equator to simultaneously place a foot in both the northern and southern hemisphere. At the Equator we visited an ethnographic museum and learned about the various cultures of this diverse country. We also saw some simulations explaining the Coriolis Effect and the significance of being at mitad del mundo …literally at the middle of the world. The evening ended with a team dinner with traditional Ecuadorian food. One bold team member ordered the local delicacy, cuy, or guinea pig. With day one in the books, we’re eagerly awaiting our first acclimatization hike tomorrow. We’re headed to the Volcano Rucu Pichincha, one of the major volcanoes forming a geographical boundary of Quito. We’ll be in touch tomorrow! Ciao, RMI Guide Mike Walter

Mt. Rainier: June 18th Update

June 18, 2015

Posted by: Walter Hailes, Pete Van Deventer, Elias de Andres Martos

Categories: Expedition Dispatches Mount Rainier

Elevation: 14,410'

Our Mount Rainier Summit Climb teams, led by Walter Hailes and Pete Van Deventer, were just reaching the summit at 7:10 a.m. Walter reported winds of about 20mph, cool temperatures, and they were just below the clouds hanging right above the summit. Both teams began their descent at 8:15 a.m. Elias deAndres Martos and the Expedition Skills Seminar - Kautz team checked in and were at 12,600’ working their way to the summit.

Mt. McKinley: Haugen & Team Full Day of Cache Day

June 18, 2015

Posted by: Mike Haugen, Mike Uchal, Pepper Dee

Categories: Expedition Dispatches Mt. McKinley

Elevation: 11,200'

Wednesday June 17th 10:00 pm PT We feel like we are finally on the mountain. We woke up early and left camp around 4:30 to cache some gear at 14,000' Camp. Our attempt to beat the heat worked since we pulled into camp right when the direct sun hit. The rest of the day was spent resting and preparing for the move back up to 14 Camp tomorrow. The boys of el Siete feasted on quesaritos this evening, and are going to sleep with full bellies and full hearts thinking about you all. RMI Guide Mike Haugen

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Mt. McKinley: Beren & Team Move to High Camp

June 18, 2015

Posted by: Jake Beren, Christina Dale, Andrew Kiefer

Categories: Expedition Dispatches Mt. McKinley

Elevation: 17,200'

June 17, 2015 9:24 pm PT Good evening from High Camp on Mt. McKinley! Here we are, poised and ready after a smooth move to the high country. The team did great and we are in bed on a beautiful, clear night on the Great One. With any luck we will try our hand at matching ourselves to this stunning mountain if the weather holds tomorrow. Wish us luck! RMI Guide Jake Beren

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Hey AJ, I’m so excited to know that it’s finally happened for you. I am assuming you’ve submitted already and it was more fun than what you imagined! Can’t wait to see how you worked your GoPro :)
Great job Team, cheers!

Posted by: Charu on 6/19/2015 at 11:30 pm

You are lucky to have the best guide(s) in the whole company!! i hope someone has taken some pictures. What we have seen is absolutely stellar. By our count you probably have submitted. Congratulations! Job well done.
Richard

Posted by: Richard Anthony on 6/19/2015 at 5:27 pm

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Mt. McKinley: Jones & Team Return to Civilization

June 17, 2015

Posted by: Lindsay Mann, Tyler Jones, Chase Nelson

Categories: Expedition Dispatches Mt. McKinley

Elevation: 348'

This morning we woke up at 1 am to enjoy our last morning on the glacier. As we left 11,000' camp the sky was a mixture of pink, purple and blues. After our final push we arrived at base camp this morning at 7:30 am. A few hours later after enjoying another spectacular flight, we found ourselves hot in Talkeetna, suddenly aware of how badly we smelled. Everyone spent the afternoon transitioning back into the real world, getting in touch with family and enjoying a shower. Tonight we are looking forward to a celebratory dinner and getting a view of the mountain that we stood atop just a few days ago. Congratulations to the entire team and to Geoff and Eric's team on a successful trip! RMI Guide Lindsay Mann

Mt. Rainier: June 17th Summit!

June 17, 2015

Posted by: Solveig Waterfall, Tyler Reid

Categories: Expedition Dispatches Mount Rainier

Elevation: 14,410'

RMI Guide Solveig Waterfall and the Five-Day Mount Rainier Summit Climb, along with Tyler Reid and the Four-Day Summit Climb reached the summit this morning. They enjoyed light winds and clear skies. The teams spent some time celebrating and enjoying the views before starting their descent at 8:10 a.m. Today marks Solveig's 100th summit of Mount Rainier! Congratulations!

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Solveig- Not sure if I had provided to you a link of the video created following our climb. Not sure if you remember, I raised money for a local non-profit.

http://www.epssecurity.com/community-events/hoodys-climb-a-feat-of-strength-in-support-of-our-community/

Have a safe ‘16.

Thanks for everything! Hoody

Posted by: David Hood on 3/6/2016 at 6:56 am

Hey, Robin and Phil and all… Hurrah!!

Posted by: Bill Decker on 6/18/2015 at 8:50 am

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Mt. McKinley: Upper West Rib Team Descends to 11,000’ Camp

June 17, 2015

Posted by: Eric Frank, Geoff Schellens

Categories: Expedition Dispatches Mt. McKinley

Elevation: 11,200'

June 16, 2015 11:47 pm It was cold this morning at 17,000' Camp. I mean walking down the ridge in parkas and puffy pants cold. With light winds and a nip in the air we picked our way down the west buttress amongst throngs of other climbers seeking lower elevations. Once we started down the fixed lines the wind died and the solar began cooking us, we walked into 14,000' Camp wishing we had shorts. After a few hours relaxing at our old home we loaded up and continued on to 11 Camp for the night. We had a custom order fry up for dinner, trying to cook all the remaining cheese, meat, tortillas and other heavy items before hitting the sack. Our plan is to wake up in the middle of the night and walk to the airstrip. If all goes as planned we should be back in Talkeetna by mid day. Thanks for following along on our Upper West Rib expedition. RMI Guide Geoff Schellens

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Happy birthday, Kimmy!! Hope you had a great day making your way back down! Your trip looks like it’s been absolutely incredible. So proud of you and can’t wait to hear your voice again soon!! xox

Posted by: Corey on 6/18/2015 at 1:18 pm

Hi Kim, GREAT! WOW ..We are so excited for you & the amazing RMI team!! Trish & I look forward to seeing you In ALASKA & telling you in person how proud we are of you & the entire team!!! See you real soon!! Travel safe & stay well! Love, Dad

Posted by: SHEL on 6/17/2015 at 8:53 am

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Mt. McKinley: Haugen & Team Back Carry and Reorganize Gear at 11,200’ Camp

June 16, 2015

Posted by: Mike Haugen, Mike Uchal, Pepper Dee

Categories: Expedition Dispatches Mt. McKinley

Elevation: 11,200'

June 16, 2015 9:32 pm PT We had another early morning today. Instead of moving uphill, we went back to 10,000' to retrieve our cache. All went according to plan and we got back to camp around 8:30 a.m. We did a bit of relaxing and reorganizing of our reunited gear. The sun was out on the glacier, which provided some intense solar radiation that we tried to stay out of. Our plan is to get up early and carry some gear up to our next camp at 14,000' and then return to 11,200' tomorrow afternoon. RMI 7 "El Siete"

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Hi Dad (Parky)! We’re closely following your progress and eager to see you safely summit and safely return. Enjoy! We’ll be thinking of you as we enjoy the summer sun and teaching Jane how to swim! Love, Meggie-Moo & Anna-Banana

Posted by: Margaret on 6/18/2015 at 8:19 am

Hi! Thinking of you, Doug, and hoping you are feeling wonderful in all that sunshine. We see only rain, rain, rain here in Texas. We miss you… and the sun very much. Enjoy the climb and stay strong. All the best to you and the team.

Posted by: Chris on 6/17/2015 at 8:41 pm

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Ecuador Seminar: Walter & Team Reach the Top of Rucu Pichincha

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Mt. McKinley: Nugent & Team Ready to Fly!

Ecuador Seminar: Walter & Team Sightseeing in Quito

Mt. Rainier: June 18th Update

Mt. McKinley: Haugen & Team Full Day of Cache Day

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Mt. McKinley: Beren & Team Move to High Camp

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Mt. McKinley: Jones & Team Return to Civilization

Mt. Rainier: June 17th Summit!

Mt. McKinley: Upper West Rib Team Descends to 11,000’ Camp

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