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Elevation: 14,410'

We had teams summit via three different routes on Mt. Rainier this morning: Dave Hahn and Jason Thompson led teams via the Disappointment Cleaver Route, Pete Van Deventer via the Kautz Glacier Route, and Garrett Stevens on the Emmons Glacier Route. They reported chilly conditions, winds about 15 mph and sunny skies. All teams had left the crater rim by 7:50 a.m. Congratulations to today's teams!

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Way to go Ben and Kara! Summited on Claire’s Birthday.

Posted by: Dad, Connie and Claire on 8/8/2013 at 6:20 pm

So happy for you Kara, Ben and Jeff! You’ve worked so hard for this… I am so proud!! Come home safely, I can’t wait to hear about everything. I love you!!

Posted by: Chris sand on 8/7/2013 at 8:44 pm

Kilimanjaro: Justman & Team at Ngorongoro Crater

August 7, 2013

Posted by: JJ Justman

RMI Guide JJ Justman and his team spent today at Ngorongoro Crater viewing some spectacular animals on day two of their safari. Check out JJ's video below.

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nice to see you arrived and are on your way. have a great climb. wishing you all great weather.
Dawn

Posted by: Dawn Pearson on 8/8/2013 at 3:18 pm

So glad the 3 Meffes are stateside- we all can’t wait to hear about your awesome adventure!

Susan

Posted by: Susan Clayton on 8/8/2013 at 9:13 am

Kilimanjaro: Seth Waterfall & Team Meet in Tanzania

August 7, 2013

Posted by: Seth Waterfall

Jambo! This is Seth checking in from the Dik Dik Hotel. Today was our packing day. We started with a team meeting over a leisurely breakfast and then went into a gear check. It was really fun getting to know each other. Everyone is totally enthusiastic. While we were going over our stuff the guys from the Dik Dik were packing the food and gear. Our big 4x4 Mercedes Unimog is loaded up and ready to go. First thing after breakfast tomorrow we'll load the last of the gear and head out to the park entrance. Then our climb begins! RMI Guide Seth Waterfall

Kilimanjaro: Justman & Team Begin Their Safari in Lake Manyara National Park

August 6, 2013

Posted by: JJ Justman

After spending the night at the Dik Dik Hotel celebrating our summit success, our team loaded into “pop-top” Land Rovers to begin our safari. Today we explored Lake Manyara National Park and saw many animals, which some are included in the video below. The team is doing great and enjoying the different landscapes that we are experiencing here on safari. RMI Guide JJ Justman

Mt. Rainier: August 6th Teams on the Summit!

August 6, 2013

Posted by: Adam Knoff, Jake Beren

Elevation: 14,410'

RMI Guides Adam Knoff and Jake Beren led the Four Day Summit Climb August 3 - 6, 2013 to the summit of Mt. Rainier this morning. They reported a smooth ascent and a beautiful day with barely any wind. The teams began their descent from the crater rim around 7:40 am PT. They will return to Camp Muir to repack before continuing their descent to Paradise. Congratulations to today's summit climbers!

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Great trip and amazing experience! Look forward to the next one. Great job Adam and Josh.

Posted by: ben on 8/12/2013 at 11:02 am

Thanks Art! and everyone again for an amazing climb

Posted by: Marc Harpster on 8/9/2013 at 4:54 pm

Mt. Rainier: August 5th - Teams Reach the Summit!

August 5, 2013

Posted by: Solveig Waterfall, Zeb Blais

Elevation: 14,410'

The Five Day Summit Climb led by RMI Zeb Blais and the Four Day Summit Climb led by Solveig Waterfall reached the summit of Mt. Rainier this morning. At 7:03 am the teams began their descent from the crater rim. Solveig reported a beautiful, calm and sunny day from the summit of Mt. Rainier. Both teams will return to Camp Muir for a short break before continuing down to Paradise this afternoon. We look forward to seeing everyone at Rainier BaseCamp this afternoon. Congratulations to today's summit climb teams!

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Eric, Wow! Congratulations! What a way to add to your life experience. I give you lots of credit.

Posted by: Diane Anderson on 8/6/2013 at 11:05 am

Congratulations Eric, surely something to be proud of. Next stop, Everest!

Posted by: John on 8/6/2013 at 7:46 am

Mt. Shuksan: Mike Walter & Team Summit!

August 4, 2013

Posted by: Mike Walter, Elias de Andres Martos

Categories: Expedition Dispatches North Cascades

Elevation: 9,127'

Waiting out a rain delay was a good decision at the start of our program. A 6 1/2-hour hike yesterday brought us to camp in warm and dry weather. This morning 100% of our team reached the summit of Mt. Shuksan via the southeast ridge of the summit pyramid! After a short rest at camp, our crew climbed down through the Fisher Chimneys, back to the Lake Ann Trail and to the trailhead. Congratulations to the Mt. Shuksan - Fisher Chimneys team! RMI Guide Mike Walter

Mt. Rainier: August 4th Summit!

August 4, 2013

Posted by: Mike Haugen

Elevation: 14,410'

RMI Guide Mike Haugen led his team to the Mt. Rainier summit this morning! The team topped out just after 7:00 a.m. in perfect weather conditions. After spending some time enjoying the breathtaking views, they began their descent back to Camp Muir. We look forward to seeing the team back in Ashford this afternoon. Congratulations to today's summit climbers!

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Way to go Amy!! Congrats and great job, we knew you would make it.

Posted by: Dan & Angi on 8/7/2013 at 7:24 pm

Way to go Micah! Congrats on your grand adventure! Be safe.

Posted by: NIMS on 8/6/2013 at 8:49 am

Kilimanjaro: Waterfall & Team Begin Their Journey Home

August 4, 2013

Posted by: Seth Waterfall

Hi there, we are all back at the Dik Dik Hotel and everyone is getting ready for their flights. In fact the first trip to the airport is about to leave. We had a nice morning at Kikoti Camp and then made a quick lap back through Tarangire. On the way we saw a huge herd of elephants as well as a pack of jackals, giraffes, impala and a really impressive eagle. We also did some more shopping on the way back to town. Everyone is talking about what a great trip it was and I have to agree it was a blast. We're all a little bummed that the trip is over but with this group, I know it won't be long before they're all on another adventure. RMI Guide Seth Waterfall

Kilimanjaro: Justman & Team Summit!

August 4, 2013

Posted by: JJ Justman

Elevation: 19,340'

This is JJ calling from the summit! Climbing Kilimanjaro we had a lot of wishes, but one of them was that our entire team would reach the summit of Kilimanjaro together. That is where we are right now. I can't say enough great things about this team. The entire gang did a amazing job today! We did a lot of hero shots by the sign at the summit. Going to spend a little more time on Uhuru Peak before we start our descent. The team all says hi to family and friends. We will touch base with you letting you know we are safe at camp. We had a fantastic day. Take care everyone. Thank you for following a long on our summit day. Ciao, ciao from Kili! Update 1:40 a.m. PST Hi everyone, this post is going to be brief. First, all Kili climbers are back in camp safe and sound. Everyone made the summit on a terrific day. We are now refueling and packing up camp. We will head down to 10,000 feet making tomorrow's exit of Kilimanjaro Park nice and casual. RMI Guide JJ Justman

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Congrats to Dom, Kalani, and entire team! Makes 14rs look easy I bet. Best, Paul and Sherri

Posted by: Sherri Wilson on 8/5/2013 at 6:30 pm

Hey JJ: Please give our best to Dom and Kelani. They are our heros! Can’t wait for their return to FL to share their adventure. Clare and Warren

Posted by: Clare Hudson on 8/5/2013 at 10:01 am