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Mt. Rainier: July 13th Summit!

July 13, 2019

Posted by: Tyler Jones, Ben Ammon

Categories: Expedition Dispatches Mount Rainier

Elevation: 14,410'

The Four Day Summit Climb teams led by RMI Guides Tyler Jones and Ben Ammon reached the summit of Mt. Rainier this morning. Tyler reported chilly temperatures with winds of 25 mph. The team will spend some time celebrating on the summit before starting their descent. Congratulations to today's team!

Huascaran: Elias & Team Move to Camp 1 on Chopicalqui

July 12, 2019

Posted by: Elias de Andres Martos

Categories: Expedition Dispatches Huascaran

Elevation: 16,075'

Good afternoon from Chopicalqui Camp 1. We waved goodbye to our cook and base camp infrastructure this morning, and with the help of our invaluable porters, we ventured uphill. Four hours of straight climbing brought us to 16,075'. Now we are perched on an incredible terrace with a view of what will be our route the next couple of days. Chopicalqui sure is a more intimidating peak but we're bringing our A game in anticipation of Huascaran. We're keeping our fingers crossed for good weather as we venture above the 20,000' mark here soon. Stay tuned for more! RMI Guide Elias de Andres Martos and team

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Hi Kim! Amazing climbing all you guys! Wishing you still another 2 great and safe climbs. Enjoy the incredible, beautiful vistas. xxx Trish

Posted by: Trish on 7/13/2019 at 10:57 am

We are all so thrilled at the team’s success and incredible experiences that you are having!

Miss you Dave!

XO
Laura

Posted by: Laura Bryson on 7/12/2019 at 5:25 pm

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Mt. Elbrus: Gorum and Team Descend to Cheget

July 12, 2019

Posted by: JM Gorum

Categories: Expedition Dispatches Elbrus Southside

Elevation: 7,500'

Last night a large electrical storm passed over Mt. Elbrus. It brought hail, strong winds, and shaking thunder. We woke up this morning to find a few inches of fresh snow at our doorstep and a lack of electricity flowing through our local power grid. After our standard 8:00 AM breakfast, the winds and snow picked up considerably until it became unpleasant to venture beyond the impenetrable comfort of our repurposed shipping container homes. The forecast for tomorrow showed no improvement in weather. We decided that instead of sitting in the wind and snow doing nothing for two days, we would ride the lift back down to town, eat pizza, and sleep in real beds. That’s precisely what we did, and it has been nothing but enjoyable. We’ll spend the tonight in Cheget, and tomorrow afternoon we’ll ride the lift back up to camp in preparation for our summit attempt on Sunday. RMI Guide JM Gorum

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Mt. Rainier: Whittaker, Uchal & Four Day Teams Enjoy Perfect Day

July 12, 2019

Posted by: Peter Whittaker, Mike Uchal

Categories: Expedition Dispatches Mount Rainier

Elevation: 14,410'

RMI Guides Peter Whittaker and Mike Uchal led their Four Day Climb Teams to the summit of Mt. Rainier this morning. Peter reported light winds and a great route. The teams enjoyed some time in the summit crater before starting their descent around 8 AM PT. Congratulations to today's climbers!

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great great fun hugs!!!you are the best1ever!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!-GRACE

Nice work, Hun! We love you! Have a safe drive home. Call when you can. -Cory

Posted by: Cory Hatch and Grace Hatch on 7/12/2019 at 3:51 pm

Woo Hoo!!! Way to go, all, and big hugs to Amy.

Posted by: Nancy on 7/12/2019 at 1:59 pm

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Huascaran: Elias & Team Ready for Next Objective

July 11, 2019

Posted by: Elias de Andres Martos, JT Schmitt

Categories: Expedition Dispatches Huascaran

Elevation: 12,800'

Greetings from base camp! We have enjoyed our time off from climbing today, after our quick and uneventful descent (aside from the astonishing views) from Yanapacha high camp yesterday. We're ready to go for Chopicalqui now, and so, we have spent some time repacking for our move to Camp 1 tomorrow. Everyone's excited, doing well and ready for the next objective! RMI Guide Elías de Andres Martos and team

Mt. Rainier: Emmons Seminar Checks In With Their Status

July 11, 2019

Posted by: Ben Liken

Categories: Expedition Dispatches Mount Rainier

Elevation: 13,300'

RMI Guide Ben Liken called from Camp Schurman on the Emmons Route. The team left at 4am this morning breaking trail as well as shoveling their way to 13,300'. Due to the length of day and high winds, they chose to make 13,300' the high point for the day. It is currently raining at Camp Schurman. They are going to do some crevasse rescue this afternoon and plan to descend back to the trailhead in the morning.

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Good luck, Bill! We’re rooting for you!

Posted by: Ann Gawalt and Brian Rushforth on 7/12/2019 at 3:24 pm

Good luck Bill and Chris!

Posted by: Thomas J Lapato on 7/12/2019 at 4:37 am

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Mt. Elbrus: Gorum & Team Climb to 15,000’ on Acclimatization Hike

July 11, 2019

Posted by: JM Gorum

Categories: Expedition Dispatches Elbrus Southside

Elevation: 12,600'

This morning we had our standard breakfast of oatmeal and eggs at our standard time of 8 am. We then suited up for our walk up to 15,000 feet on Mt. Elbrus. The weather was pretty marginal, but it was a great opportunity to test out our various layering systems. We spent about five hours out in the wind and snow today, made it up to 15,000 feet, and only got blown over once or twice. The views were minimal, but we had fun. That’s all for now. RMI Guide JM Gorum

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Love the pictures and updates. Looks like you’re getting all 4 seasons on one trip. Can’t wait to hear about your Friday hike - hoping for clear weather and great views!

Posted by: Kim Beatrice on 7/12/2019 at 8:04 am

We’re suffering through weather with temperatures in the 80’s while you’re up there!! Safe climbing and hoping for less wind.

Posted by: Carolyn Rossi on 7/11/2019 at 5:15 pm

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Mt. Rainier: A Late Start Leads to a Summit for the Four Day Climbs

July 11, 2019

Posted by: Walter Hailes, Josh McDowell

Categories: Expedition Dispatches Mount Rainier

Elevation: 14,410'

The Four Day Climbs led by RMI Guides Walter Hailes and Josh McDowell got a late start out of Camp Muir this morning as the teams waited out some poor weather. The late start coupled with some patience paid off for the teams as they reached the summit of Mt. Rainier this morning! Walter and Josh reported sunny skies and breezy conditions on the upper mountain. The teams are on their descent and will return to Ashford later today. Congratulations climbers!

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Congrats, Autumn, to you and your team! Best wishes on your next adventure (whatever it may be).

Posted by: Mike Rathbun on 7/12/2019 at 7:32 am

Great job everyone!
Congrats AE from all the Turner Girls!

Posted by: JillT on 7/11/2019 at 8:20 pm

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Mt. Elbrus: Gorum & Team Excited to be on the Mountain

July 10, 2019

Posted by: JM Gorum

Categories: Expedition Dispatches Elbrus Southside

Elevation: 12,600'

The team is officially on the mountain! We’re living our best lives, as they say, up here at 12,600 feet. We took advantage of a series of gondolas to get us here, but we did have to haul our duffels the last 100 feet to our doorsteps. Working smarter, not harder. We took a short break after moving in, and then went for an exploratory jaunt above camp. After we walked as far as we felt like walking, we turned around. We did spend some time practicing our footwork and balance on steeper snow. Some team members took to boot skiing like they were born for it. Others...not. Ultimately we all found our style, and descended with class and grace back to the huts in time for lunch. The rest of the afternoon was spent relaxing, mingling with other climbers, people watching, and story telling. Now the sun has set, and there’s no reason to be outside anymore, so we’re going to bed. We’ll check in tomorrow. RMI Guide JM Gorum

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Mt. Rainier: Four Day Team Unable to Climb due to Weather

July 10, 2019

Posted by: Robby Young

Categories: Expedition Dispatches Mount Rainier

Elevation: 10,080'

The Four Day Climb July 7 - 10 was unable to climb today due to weather. RMI Guide Robby Young reported rain and high winds prevented the group from leaving Camp Muir to make their summit attempt. Winds continued to blow this morning at Camp Muir. The team plans to descent this morning to Paradise.

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Beth - Given the rain and wind this morning, today was not the day for a climb .... maybe another day. Camp Muir’s shelter beats a tent to hunker down and watch the storm. The mountain will still be there waiting for you when you come back. See you next week.

Posted by: Dick and Rosie on 7/10/2019 at 10:04 am

So sorry you couldn’t make the climb. The weather forecaster said only experts would have a chance. Was looking forward to hearing about it. Mom

Posted by: Barbara Basbagill on 7/10/2019 at 8:24 am

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Mt. Rainier: July 13th Summit!

Huascaran: Elias & Team Move to Camp 1 on Chopicalqui

Mt. Elbrus: Gorum and Team Descend to Cheget

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Mt. Rainier: Whittaker, Uchal & Four Day Teams Enjoy Perfect Day

Huascaran: Elias & Team Ready for Next Objective

Mt. Rainier: Emmons Seminar Checks In With Their Status

Mt. Elbrus: Gorum & Team Climb to 15,000’ on Acclimatization Hike

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Mt. Rainier: A Late Start Leads to a Summit for the Four Day Climbs

Mt. Elbrus: Gorum & Team Excited to be on the Mountain

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Mt. Rainier: Four Day Team Unable to Climb due to Weather

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