Entries from Expedition Dispatches
Posted by: Joe Hoch, Joe Crawford, Bailey Servais, Hannah Blum, Ben Porter, Ben Luedtke, Hannah Billings, Simon Kearns
Categories: Expedition Dispatches Mount Rainier
Elevation: 14,410'
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Today, the Four-Day Climb, led by RMI Guides Joe Hoch and Joe Crawford, successfully reached the summit of Mt. Rainier!
In a fun twist of trail magic, both groups were guided by not one, but two Joes, two Hannahs, and two Bens — in addition to Bailey and Simon, who helped keep things from getting too confusing! With this strong and experienced team at the helm, the climbers were in great hands every step of the way.
The teams pushed through some smokey conditions on their ascent and were rewarded with beautiful clear skies upon reaching the crater. After soaking in the views from the top, the climbers began their descent to Camp Muir, where they’ll pack up before continuing the remaining 4,500’ down to Paradise this afternoon.
Congratulations to today’s climbers on an incredible accomplishment!
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RMI Guide Tatum Whatford and team reached the summit of Mt. Shuksan via the Fisher Chimneys route. Tatum checked in from the summit around 9:30 am PT. They will return to camp for some well deserved rest, enjoying another night on the mountain before descending to the trailhead tomorrow.
Congratulations to the team!
Posted by: Sam Marjerison, Raymond Holt, Jack Ritterson
Categories: Expedition Dispatches Mount Rainier
Elevation: 12,900'
The Kautz Seminar Team July 27 - 1 August led by RMI Guide Sam Marjerison has spent the last several days training and climbing. They began their climb of Mt. Rainier from Paradise on July 29 ascending to camp near the Wilson Glacier. They spent time learning crevasse rescue skills, setting anchors and belays and worked on technical ice climbing skills before starting their summit attempt. The team climbed strong through the Kautz Ice chute this morning, reaching an elevation of 12,900'. At that point, deterioration weather forced them to retreat. They will spend another night at camp, perhaps get in a bit more training, and then descend to Paradise tomorrow. They will conclude their adventure in Ashford tomorrow afternoon.
Strong climbing team!
Awesome work staying safe annd being smart! I know that you are deeply disappointed. You’ve waited years for this day, I hope the experience has been awe-inspiring and has just fueled the fire for the next time
Posted by: Anna Graf on 8/1/2025 at 1:12 am
Posted by: Nikki Champion, Mac Nolde, Celeste Wilson, Annie Chapman
Categories: Expedition Dispatches Mount Rainier
Elevation: 14,410'
RMI Guides Nikki Champion, Mac Nolde, Celeste Wilson and Annie Chapman led the Four Day Women's Climb July 28 - 31 to the summit of Mt. Rainier this morning. Reports are clear skies, light breeze and overall beautiful day. The climbers reached the summit early this morning and after spending a bit of time at the summit, started their descent from the crater rim around 7 am. Once back at Camp Muir the teams will pack their gear and continue the last 4.5 miles down to Paradise. They will end the day with a celebration of their adventure.
Nice work team!
Congratulations to this Amazing Team of Women! I’m with you in spirit! Safe journey to Basecamp!
Posted by: Kim Hansen on 7/31/2025 at 9:21 am
Posted by: Dave Hahn, Stella Johnson, Margo Kerr, Matt Tucker
Categories: Expedition Dispatches Mount Rainier
Elevation: 14,410'
The Four Day Climb July 28 - 31 led by RMI Guide Dave Hahn reached the summit of Mt. Rainier this morning. The teams enjoyed a perfect day on the mountain with clear skies and light winds. They enjoyed a bit of time in the summit crater before starting their descent around 7am. The teams will work their way back to Camp Muir, take a short break to repack and then continue the final 4,500' to Paradise. They will conclude their program this afternoon with a celebration of their adventure this afternoon.
Congratulations team!
PC: Dave Hahn
Many thanks to the super guides for their expertise, wisdom and guidance in facilitating this climb, and of course to the mountain……..seems like an amazing, life changing experience…….congratulations to all you climbers, hope you’re resting/celebrating now
Posted by: Natasha on 7/31/2025 at 6:38 pm
Fantastic!! Well done!! You guys are the tamers of 14ers. Safe travels down. Take care
Posted by: Dan Wright on 7/31/2025 at 8:49 am
RMI Guide Leif Bergstrom and team reached the summit of Mt. Shuksan today via the Fisher Chimneys route. Leif reported that they were enjoying a really nice day. They will return to camp for a final night on the mountain and descend to the traillhead tomorrow.
Nice work team!
PC: Leif Bergstrom
Posted by: Henry Coppolillo, Mitch Valaitis, Arianna Drechsler, Dylan Anderson
Categories: Expedition Dispatches Mount Rainier
Elevation: 14,410'
After several days of training including a Mountaineering Day School and Technical training day, the RMI Emmons Seminar July 25 - 30 team began their ascent of Mt. Rainier. Transferring to the White River Entrance the team set off from the trailhead with heavy packs to establish their first night's camp. With nice temperatures and blue skies they continued their training, establishing camp, practicing crevasse rescue, setting anchors and belays. The team ascended to Camp Schurman where they established their second camp. This morning, with an alpine start, the team made a successful ascent to the summit of Mt. Rainier. The nice weather continues for them as they descend back to Camp Schurman. They will spend another night at camp before continuing down to the trailhead tomorrow. We look forward to hearing more about their adventure tomorrow afternoon when they return to Rainier BaseCamp.
Nice work team!
PC: Arianna Drechsler
Well done! Three cheers! We salute you !
Posted by: Sarah Robey Hall on 7/29/2025 at 2:14 pm
Posted by: Dominic Cifelli, Ben Luedtke, Lael Butler, Felipe Guarderas, Calvin Jiricko, Erika Barrett, Kat Porter, Julian Kral
Categories: Expedition Dispatches Mount Rainier
Elevation: 14,410'
The Five Day Climb July 26 - 30 reached the summit of Mt. Rainier today! Led by RMI Guides Dominic Cifelli and Ben Luedtke, the team reached the crater under blue skies and excellent conditions. They enjoyed some time in the crater before starting their descent. The teams will return to Camp Muir for a well-deserved night's rest before contining the remaining 4.5 miles to Paradise tomorrow.
Congratulations to today's climbers!
PC: Ben Luedtke
Amazing trip! Thanks to all ... Cheers, Barry
Posted by: Barry French on 7/30/2025 at 5:01 pm
Congrats to my amazing wife Hsiaolei Miller! What an accomplishment! Thank you RMI team for taking such amazing care of her - and everyone who participated!
Posted by: Jaclyn Miller on 7/29/2025 at 6:17 pm
Posted by: Seth Burns, Miles Watson, Brendan Oates
Categories: Expedition Dispatches North Cascades
Elevation: 10,781'
The ENTIRE Mt. Baker Easton Glacier Climb led by RMI Guides Seth Burns, Miles Watson, and Brendan Oates reached the summit of Mt. Baker earlier today! The team has descended to Sandy Camp for the night. In the morning the team will pack up camp and descend back to the trailhead.
Congratulations climbers!
PC: Seth Burns
Posted by: Nick Sinapius, Avery Stolte
Categories: Expedition Dispatches North Cascades
Elevation: 9,131'
RMI Guides Nick Sinapius and Avery Stolte led their team of three climbers to the summit of Mt. Shuksan via the Fisher Chimneys route on July 27th. From camp, they ascended Winnie's Slide and the Upper Curtis Glacier eventually gaining the south side of the mountain. From the Sulphide Glacier they continued up to the route's final crux, Mt. Shuksan's summit pyramid. The 600 feet of climbing on the summit pyramid constitutes some of the best climbing on the route. Moving up steep snow and making some belay moves on the 4th and 5th class rock. After enjoying time on the summit, they started their descent, which involves rappels and belayed down-climbing to gain the glacier. The team returned to their high camp for overnight. Today they will descend the remaining four miles to the trailhead and conclude their program.
Congratulations team!
PC: Avery Stolte
Reading this update with tears of joy in my eyes!! I am just SO so happy for you all but especially my awesome husband, Christoph!! I am so very proud of you, you made this dream, 13 years in the making, come true! Ich liebe dich überalles! Du bist meine Liebe meines Lebens
Posted by: Anna Graf on 8/1/2025 at 11:24 am
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