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Kilimanjaro: The Climb Begins

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Categories: Expedition Dispatches Kilimanjaro

Elevation: 9,800'

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Time to climb! We left the Dik Dik hotel early today and headed to Kilimanjaro. We passed many tea, coffee, and banana plantations before we arrived at the southern gate called the Machame gate. Which is also the name of the route we will be climbing. Our team checked in with the local agency that manages the climbs, while our local guides hired porters and split up the 60+ loads that will follow us up the mountain. We hiked through soaring rainforest and giant heather in route to our camp for the night. It took us just over four hours to reach camp, where we were delighted to find camp already waiting on us. The staff provided yet another amazing meal for the team and we were even fortunate enough to glimpse a view of the "Roof of Africa" right after dinner. Everyone is in great spirits and are looking forward to some well earned sleep. RMI Guide Casey Grom and crew

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Kilimanjaro: Team Gathers in Arusha, Tanzania

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Hello everyone, RMI’s Kilimanjaro expedition is underway. The team members arrived late last night after some very long flights, two back to back 9 hour legs to be precise. Needless to say we didn’t do much other than check into our hotel and head to bed. We started today off with a team meeting/orientation to the program and gear check. After getting to know one another a bit we explored the beautiful grounds of the Dik Dik Hotel, which was teaming with monkeys and exotic birds and some views of the surrounding mountains. The team had a nice lunch then headed off to visit the nearest town of Arusha, a bustling city of about 1.2 million people. Its a diverse culture made up of Christians, Muslims and local tribes people from the Chagga and Masai. We had a quick stop off at the local grocery store called Shop Rite to pick up a few last snacks, then visited the local cultural museum. We also picked up a few umbrellas to protect us from any rain that might try and dampen our spirits on tomorrows trek. Last but not least we finished up the night with a delicious five course meal that left everyone with a smile on their face. Just a few last minute touches on packing and its off to bed. Everyone is doing great and we are very excited for tomorrow's start to this grand adventure. RMI Guide Casey Grom and crew
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Megan & Wes .. Here’s to the best honey moon on record .. Love you both .. Looking forward to hearing all about it .. XOXO Earl & Quata Wolf

Posted by: Earl Wolf on 9/20/2012 at 5:38 pm

Ben,
Hope you guys are having a great time and doing well. Be safe and have a blast!  We are thinking of you. Morgan said not to look down!!

Posted by: Mindy on 9/20/2012 at 4:39 pm

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Mt. Rainier: September 16th Summit!

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Categories: Expedition Dispatches Mount Rainier

Elevation: 14,410'

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The Four Day Summit Climb led by Tyler Reid and the Five Day Summit Climb led by Zeb Blais were on top of Mt. Rainier this morning in blue skies, light winds, and some smoky haze due to wildfires burning around Washington. Both teams started their descent from the crater rim just after 8 a.m. They will check in with us from Camp Muir before descending to Paradise. Day 2 of Mountain Fest is here at Rainier Basecamp. Check out the mountain gear sale, RMI Guide slideshows, and stop by the RMI tent to enter in our raffle to win a free summit climb!
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Good grief, good going Wally. It looks like you lucked out with the weather.  I was stuck in a snow storm when I tried.

Posted by: Jeff on 9/18/2012 at 8:12 am

Attaboy B-Rad! Good job. Can’t wait to hear about it.

Posted by: Mike on 9/17/2012 at 8:36 am

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Mt. Rainier: September 15th Summit!

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Categories: Expedition Dispatches Mount Rainier

Elevation: 14,410'

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The Four Day Summit Climb September 12 - 15 led by RMI Guide Billy Nugent reached the summit of Mt. Rainier this morning. The team reported calm winds and cold temperatures with high cirrus clouds above. Shortly after 9 am PT they began their descent from the crater rim. They will return to Camp Muir and then continue down to Paradise. We look forward to seeing them in Ashford later today. Congratulations to today's summit climbers!
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Billy, Nick and Robby, Thanks for making our summit possible. Getting there was my most amazing physical accomplishment and I owe it to your outstanding guidance. I was happy with my strength and endurance, but not my balance and I wasn’t a big fan of the crevices. At first I thought this would be it and it took me a few days to be able to walk easily again, but now I am getting juiced about another challenge. I did write up about a six page summary and am putting together a picture book as wel. Billy, I especially owe my summit to you and really appreciate all you did to keep pushing me and keeping me in one piece. Heart surgery is sure easier than mountaineering. Good luck and thanks. Blue Bob

Posted by: Blue Bob Robison on 9/29/2012 at 6:38 pm

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Mt. Rainier: Muir Expedition Skills Seminar Summit!

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Categories: Expedition Dispatches Mount Rainier

Elevation: 14,410'

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The Expedition Skills Seminar - Muir stood on top of Mt. Rainier today! RMI Guide Jake Beren called in at noon to say they were starting their descent back to Camp Muir. The team has been based out of the 10,000' high camp all week learning many mountaineering skills to help them achieve their goal of reaching the Mt. Rainier summit. They have also learned more advanced skills to go on to summit bigger peaks, such as Mt. McKinley in Alaska or Mt. Elbrus in Russia. The seminar team will stay on the mountain tonight and descend to Paradise tomorrow. Congratulations to the summit climbers!
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Great job to all!!!!  Wally, ol’ pal, you simply amaze me.  Way to go!!!!!

Gratz

Posted by: Gratz on 9/14/2012 at 2:29 pm

wally,

you are amazing!!! i can’t wait to hear all about it.  onward and upward!

love, susie

Posted by: susan m miller on 9/14/2012 at 1:23 pm

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Kilimanjaro: Mike Wyatt Reflects on His Summit Day

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A climber from Mark Tucker's Kilimanjaro Climb, Mike Wyatt, composed the following poem about his summit day. BLUE SNOW by Mike Wyatt The air is cold, burns the lungs deep – Wish I was in bed fast asleep. Obsidian night – Black as a raven feather. Buttery crescent moon shepherds in good weather. Heavy limbs fight the rocky slope – Trekkers tied by an invisible rope. The echo of fatigue resonates down the line – Fiery meteorite the color of red wine. The air is cold, burns the lungs deep – Wish I was in bed fast asleep. Blindly pushing forward, we pass another team – What is reality? What is a dream? Summiteers from years past whisper in my ear – not give in, for the peak is near. I chase the heels before me repeatedly catching my breath – One unconscious slip could mean injury or death. Tangerine pink color accent the sky – It’s pure silent beauty is no lie. The crater rim now in sight – Ebullient hikers descend in weary flight. Icy dry wind burns my face – Tired scarred boots don’t leave a trace. The air still cold burns the lungs deep – I’m glad I am not in bed fast asleep. For the glacier’s blue snow is still cold, hard and deep.
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Mt. Rainier: September 10th Summit!

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Categories: Expedition Dispatches Mount Rainier

Elevation: 14,410'

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At 9:30am the Four Day Summit Climb teams led by RMI Guides Billy Nugent and Geoff Schellens we descending from the crater rim. They reported 60+ mph winds on the summit. The teams are making their descent back to Camp Muir and will be back in Ashford late the afternoon. The Expedition Skills Seminar – Muir is beginning their ascent to Camp Muir where they will spend the week training. Congratulations to today's summit climb teams and good luck to the Expedition Skills Seminar!
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I’m so proud of you! Now hurry up and get some safe and sound :)

Posted by: Julia Gulia on 9/10/2012 at 2:47 pm

great job guys. i can only imagine the suffering going on in those conditions and how strong you all are to give that a go. i was really wishing you a blue bird summit, but i know you’ll have epic stories to tell from probably an even more spiritual adventure.—ethan

Posted by: ethan kutzscher on 9/10/2012 at 12:03 pm

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Mt. Rainier: September 9th Update

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Elevation: 11,400'

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The Mount Rainier Summit Climb led by Pete Van Deventer and Casey Grom were unable to make a summit attempt due to continual lightning last night. The teams did venture over to Ingraham Flats this morning and are currently experiencing sunshine with the cloud deck between 7,000' - 8,000’ feet. After they spend some time on the upper mountain, the teams will descend back to Camp Muir and onto Paradise.
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Mt. Rainier: September 8th Summit!

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Elevation: Summit

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Our Four Day Summit Climb teams led by RMI Guides Mike Walter and Eric Frank are standing on the summit of Mt. Rainier today. Eric reported 10 – 15 mph winds, and beautiful weather. They will spend about an hour on the summit before starting the descent back to Camp Muir. Congratulations to today's teams!
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I was originally signed up to make the climb with you guys, but messed my back up and had to cancel. Although I wasn’t with you in person, I was certainly with you in spirit, and watched as you started your climb on Friday. I was one of the volunteers you encountered on your way up. Way to go!

Posted by: Ric Walters on 9/21/2012 at 2:26 pm

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Mt. Rainier: September 7th Summit!

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Elevation: Summit

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Our Four Day Summit Climb Teams led by Tyler Jones & Tyler Reid reached the summit of Mt. Rainier today. Tyler Jones radioed in from Columbia Crest reporting beautiful calm weather and very warm temperatures. The teams enjoyed some time on the summit and are now en route to Camp Muir. Congratulations to today's teams!
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Congratulations to the Team!  (Hi Daniel!)

Posted by: Marybeth on 9/8/2012 at 7:43 am

Way to go Donny! LaWoo!

Posted by: Donny's Wife on 9/7/2012 at 10:42 am

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