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Elevation: 14,410'

The Four Day Summit Climb July 20 - 23 led by RMI Guide Steve Gately reached the summit of Mt. Rainier this morning around 6:30 AM PT. The team radioed from Columbia Crest at 7:10 AM. It's a beautiful day with warm temperatures and clear skies. The team will return to Camp Muir and continue to Paradise. We look forward to seeing them this afternoon at Rainier BaseCamp. Congratulations to today's Summit Climbers!

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Awesome! Happy 40th Birthday!
Mom & Dad

Posted by: Monica Bishara on 7/23/2018 at 4:28 pm

Fantastic! Congratulations to the entire team and hats off to the RMI guides for blazing a new trail!

Lucas Huibregtse, we are proud of you (mom and dad).

Posted by: Eric Huibregtse on 7/23/2018 at 8:49 am

Forbidden Peak: Walter & Team Summit Sahale, Sharkfin Tower, & Forbidden Peak

July 22, 2018

Posted by: Mike Walter, Taylor Bickford

Elevation: 8,680'

RMI Guide Mike Walter and team climbed both Sahale and Sharkfin Tower yesterday. The team reported great climbing and 100% to the top for the two peaks! Today, the team climbed Forbidden Peak by its iconic and classic West Ridge and were standing on the summit at 10:20 this morning. Way to go team!

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Mt. Rainier: Dale & Team Turn Due to Route Conditions

July 22, 2018

Posted by: Christina Dale

Elevation: 12,300'

The Four Day Summit Climb July 19 - 22 led by RMI Guide Christina Dale was unable to reach the summit of Mt. Rainier today due to route conditions. The team is currently descending to Camp Muir. They will spend a bit of time at Camp Muir before continuing to Paradise later this morning.

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Good effort team. I’m sorry you didn’t reach the summit, but you will forever hold the memories of this adventure!

Posted by: Katharine Miller on 7/22/2018 at 11:29 am

Sue Niezgoda. So sorry you weren’t able to make it to the summit. But also glad you are safe. Love you

Posted by: Helen Bogdon on 7/22/2018 at 7:43 am

Fisher Chimneys: Blais & Team Make it 100% to the Top!

July 21, 2018

Posted by: Zeb Blais, Nate Goodwin, Nick Scott

Elevation: 9,131

Saturday, July 20, 2018 - 1:50PM PT RMI Guide Zeb Blais checked in from the Fisher Chimney's route of Mt. Shuksan today. The team had just made it back to high camp after a summit day with 100% success! They reported beautiful conditions and good climbing. They will spend tonight at high camp and descend back to the trail-head tomorrow. Congratulations Climbers!

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Fisher Chimneys: Blais & Team Check in from High Camp

July 21, 2018

Posted by: Zeb Blais, Nate Goodwin, Nick Scott

Elevation: 6,700'

Friday, July 20, 2018 We made it to High Camp on Mt. Shuksan Fisher Chimneys route and the crew is feeling great. There is more snow up here than I've ever seen! We've settled in and are going to have dinner and get to bed as early as we can. We'll check in again after our climb. RMI Guide Zeb Blais and team

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Mt. Rainier: Four Day Summit Climb Teams on the Summit!

July 21, 2018

Posted by: Casey Grom, Jenny Konway

Elevation: 14,410'

RMI Guides Casey Grom and Jenny Konway led their Four Day Summit Climb teams to the summit of Mt. Rainier this morning. The teams reached the crater rim around 7 AM PT. Casey reported good conditions and moderate winds. After enjoying the views from the summit the teams will descend to Camp Muir and then continue down to Paradise. Congratulations to today's climbers!

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Mt. Rainier: July 20th Teams on Top!

July 20, 2018

Posted by: Steve Gately, Kel Rossiter

Elevation: 14,410'

The Four Day Summit Climb Teams led by RMI Guides Steve Gately and Kel Rossiter reached the summit of Mt. Rainier at 6:30 AM PST. The team climbed above the clouds and were rewarded with clear skies, cool temperatures and winds of 20 mph. The Team is on their descent and en route back to Camp Muir. Congratulations to today's team!

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Mt. Rainier: The Emmons Seminar 100% Summit Success!

July 19, 2018

Posted by: JM Gorum

Elevation: 14,410'

RMI Guide JM Gorum led his Emmons Seminar team to the top of Mt. Rainier this morning. The team was 100% to the top! They will be on the summit for photos and taking in the surrounding vistas prior to starting their descent. The team has been training on Mt. Rainier all week and will end their seminar tomorrow. Congratulations to JM and his team!

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Larry Norton, I knew you would reach the summit, even when you doubted yourself the most. You have trained hard and had admiring conviction . Bravo!! I love you!!

Posted by: Sandra Braden on 7/24/2018 at 5:20 pm

What an amazing experience! You worked incredibly hard and made it happen - major respect for you!! Can’t wait to hear all the details. Yahoo… :o)

Posted by: Monica Fellows on 7/20/2018 at 5:27 pm

Mt. Rainier: ALA Climb for Clean Air Reaches the Summit!

July 19, 2018

Posted by: Win Whittaker, Hannah McGowan

Elevation: 14,410'

The Four Day Summit Climb Led by RMI Guides Win Whittaker and Hannah McGowan reached the summit of Mt. Rainier early this morning. Win reported cooler temperatures and winds of 20 - 25 mph. This team spends all year training together and raising funds for the American Lung Association's Climb for Clean Air. Funds raised by participants supports the American Lung Association’s mission of saving lives by improving lung health and preventing lung disease. Congratulations to today's Climb for Clean Air Team!

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Way to go team ALA! Whoot Whoot. What a fabulous accomplishment and such a great reminder of the importance of every little thing we do for the sake of clean air. Thank you for all your efforts that will benefit our shared planet.

Posted by: Janet Sterk on 7/19/2018 at 5:47 pm

We are so proud of you. The pictures are amazing! Congrats on your team. Love and prayers for a safe climb to the summit!!!

Posted by: Raquel Martinez and Twins on 7/19/2018 at 5:46 pm

Mt. Baker: Walter & Team Summit the North Ridge

July 18, 2018

Posted by: Mike Walter