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Mt. Kilimanjaro: Grom & Team Explore Lake Manyara National Park

July 21, 2015

Posted by: Casey Grom

Categories: Expedition Dispatches Kilimanjaro

Today was our first day of safari and we headed to Lake Manyara National Park. It took a little over 2hrs to get there as we drove through Arusha and then the vast rural savannah to get there. It's situated at the base of the eastern Great Rift Escarpment, and is home the the famous tree climbing lions, over 450 different birds, huge troops of baboons, hippos, and most of the other African animals. It's been rather dry this year and unfortunately we didn't see the famous lions, but we did see plenty of other wildlife up close. After spending a couple of hours of safari we made our way to the wonderful Plantation Lodge where we've been enjoying being spoiled and just finished another fantastic meal. Everyone is doing great and are excited to see what tomorrow brings as we head to Ngorongoro Crater. RMI Guide Casey Grom and crew

Mt. Elbrus: Justman & Team Explore St. Petersburg

July 21, 2015

Posted by: JJ Justman

Categories: Expedition Dispatches Elbrus Southside

Hello from St. Petersburg!! Today our team had an incredible tour of some of the beautiful sights of the city. No doubt it is the perfect way to end a great adventure here in Russia. We visited several cathedrals as well as The Hermitage, which holds some of the greatest art pieces in the World! Enjoy the video below but to be honest...it doesn't do it justice. You have to see it for yourself!! Also stay tuned for Part Two...the team will be taking a boat tour of the gorgeous canal systems that makes St. Petersburg known as "The Venice of The North". RMI Guide JJ Justman

Mt. Rainier: Four Day Summit Climbs on Top!

July 21, 2015

Posted by: Mike Haugen, Steve Gately, Bryan Mazaika

Categories: Expedition Dispatches Mount Rainier

Elevation: 14,410'

RMI Guide Mike Haugen and the Four Day Summit Climb team reached the crater rim of Mt. Rainier shortly after 7 am. Mike reported good conditions with a sustained 20 mph wind. The team will enjoy some time on the summit before starting their descent. They will return to Camp Muir and then continue to Paradise. We look forward to seeing the team at Rainier BaseCamp this afternoon. Congratulations to today's Summit Climb team!

Alpamayo: Elias & Team Move to High Camp

July 20, 2015

Posted by: Elias de Andres Martos

Categories: Expedition Dispatches Peru Seminar

Elevation: 17,880'

Hello, this is RMI Guide Elias Andres and the Alpamayo team, along with local guide, Peter. We are currently at high camp on Alpamayo at 5,400 meters. The team crushed it. We came up here in a mere four hours overcoming some steep terrain, but it was not difficult for anybody. We are currently setting up camp. Everyone will be chill tomorrow. We are going to take advantage of the elevation to continue to acclimatize for the summit bid and let a couple of teams that arrived here ahead of us climb the mountain so we have the route to ourselves. We'll keep you posted tomorrow. Stay tuned at this time and we will let you know how we are doing, which is presumably very, very well. Hopefully in 48 hours you will have a summit report. That's it for now. RMI Guide Elias de Andres Martos

RMI Guide Elias de Andres Martos calls in from Alpamayo High Camp.

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Hi Kara
The mtn. looks awesome. I know you’re having a ball.
Kristen and all enjoyed your kayak while you were hiking.
Everyone here sends their best. Can’t wait to hear about
the summit.
Love Mom

Posted by: Jean on 7/21/2015 at 8:36 am

Andres - thank you for the great radio report - best to Wolf and the team and have a chill day! Feli (Wolf’s wife)

Posted by: felicitas funke-riehle on 7/20/2015 at 8:30 pm

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Kilimanjaro: Grom & Team Celebrate at the Dik Dik Hotel

July 20, 2015

Posted by: Casey Grom

Categories: Expedition Dispatches Kilimanjaro

Congrats to this team! It was a fantastic climb of Kilimanjaro yesterday and everyone did great and it was wonderful to be on top with the whole team. It took us a little more than seven hours to reach the summit. The sky was full of stars and the weather was nice, although it was a little cold on that last stretch I have to admit. After spending about 20 minutes on top and getting plenty of summit photos, we made our way quickly back to camp where brunch was waiting and then descended all the way to our last camp. It was a long, but rewarding day for everyone. This morning we had a quick breakfast and got packed up one last time, then our wonderful staff gathered to bid us farewell and sang a few traditional Kilimanjaro songs. We are currently relaxing back at our lodge where everyone has enjoyed hot showers and a delicious celebration meal. It's time for a little sleep before we head out on a much deserved safari! RMI Guide Casey Grom and crew

Mt. Elbrus: Justman & Team Arrive in St. Petersburg

July 20, 2015

Posted by: JJ Justman

Categories: Expedition Dispatches Elbrus Southside

Team Russia has arrived in St. Petersburg! It is so nice and a little sad to leave the mountains behind. However, now in this beautiful city the team is invigorated to enjoy our safe and successful adventure on Mount Elbrus. We had a long day of traveling to get here so we are just going to soak it in before tomorrow's adventure...what's that you may ask? Check in tomorrow and find out!! RMI Guide JJ Justman

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Congrats Stephanie! Great job tagging another summit!

Posted by: Stewart on 7/22/2015 at 1:50 pm

Congrates Steph. You have a strong will power.

Posted by: Gulshan on 7/21/2015 at 7:01 am

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Mt. Rainier: July 20th Update

July 20, 2015

Posted by: Tyler Jones, Robby Young, Brent Okita

Categories: Expedition Dispatches Mount Rainier

Elevation: 14,410'

RMI Guide Robby Young called at 7:01 am as he and his Mount Rainier Four Day Summit Climb team were starting their descent from the crater rim. Robby reported clear skies and a light, cool breeze from the NW. RMI Guide Tyler Jones and his Mount Rainier Five Day Summit Climb made a sunset climb last night and reached the summit at 8:45 pm with 100% of their team. He commented that it was the most beautiful sunset he has ever seen. Tyler's team is safely back at Camp Muir and will begin their descent later this morning.

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Way to go Bud!
Love,
Mom and Dad

Posted by: Tracy Avalos on 7/20/2015 at 10:28 am

So happy and proud of you Jim!

Love you,
Shellie

Posted by: Shellie on 7/20/2015 at 8:19 am

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Mt. Baker: Frank & Team Summit!

July 19, 2015

Posted by: Eric Frank

Categories: Expedition Dispatches North Cascades

Elevation: 10,781'

Hello, this is RMI Guide Eric Frank calling from Grant's Peak here on the top of Mount Baker. We just had a beautiful climb on the North Ridge Route. Had a few other parties up here today, but we had perfect weather, great views, and a good climb. We are going to hang out on top for another 15 or 20 minutes and then we'll be headed back down to our camp. Hope everyone following along is doing well. Talk to you soon. Bye.

RMI Guide Eric Frank calls in from the Mount Baker summit.

Alpamayo: Elias & Team Check In from Moraine Camp

July 19, 2015

Posted by: Elias de Andres Martos

Categories: Expedition Dispatches Peru Seminar

Elevation: 16,240'

Hello from Moraine Camp! We just arrived to our cache, and are currently setting up our tents under the bluest skies so far on the trip. Spirits are high, and we presume we'll be moving to high camp tomorrow. Everyone sends their regards and asks for the cheering to continue on! Best, RMI Guide Elías de Andres Martos and crew

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Dear Team, I hope that the weather goods are smiling and that you are making steady progress - be safe from head to toe! Feli (Wolf’s wife)

Posted by: felicitas funke-riehle on 7/20/2015 at 3:05 pm

K-nice work !!! Told you that blue skies await you ! Warm up get dry and conquer that summit:-). Then get your butt back stateside !!! Be safe and have a blast. Take care of your stomach bug. M

Posted by: Michael on 7/19/2015 at 3:04 pm

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Mt. Rainier: July 19th Summit!

July 19, 2015

Posted by: Seth Waterfall

Categories: Expedition Dispatches Mount Rainier

Elevation: 14,410'

RMI Guide Seth Waterfall and the Mount Rainier Summit Climb team stood on the highest point in Washington this morning! Seth reported warm temperatures and no wind. The team started their descent from the crater rim at 7:19 a.m.

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Dear Lori and Dave - So great to see your smiling faces ontop of Mt. Kiliminjaro today!! You made it!! Wow!!

Have a great rest of the trip!!

Love,
Leslie

Posted by: Leslie Busch on 7/19/2015 at 1:36 pm

WOW - great job - so proud of Derick & the whole team!

Posted by: wayne and catherine salkowitz on 7/19/2015 at 12:49 pm

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Entries from Expedition Dispatches

Mt. Kilimanjaro: Grom & Team Explore Lake Manyara National Park

Mt. Elbrus: Justman & Team Explore St. Petersburg

Mt. Rainier: Four Day Summit Climbs on Top!

Alpamayo: Elias & Team Move to High Camp

Kilimanjaro: Grom & Team Celebrate at the Dik Dik Hotel

Mt. Elbrus: Justman & Team Arrive in St. Petersburg

Mt. Rainier: July 20th Update

Mt. Baker: Frank & Team Summit!

Alpamayo: Elias & Team Check In from Moraine Camp

Mt. Rainier: July 19th Summit!

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