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Kilimanjaro: Waterfall & Team - Day One on the Trail

September 2, 2014

Posted by: Seth Waterfall

Categories: Expedition Dispatches Kilimanjaro

Elevation: 9,800'

Hello from Camp 1 on Kilimanjaro! We had a nice hike today. We started with an early breakfast at the hotel and then we piled into the big 'Unimog' and drove to the park entrance. After checking in there we hit the trail. Since we were in a cloud from the start, the hike was very pleasant temperature-wise. Once we reached Machame Camp, the sun broke out and we had a great view of the upper mountain. Everyone's getting settled into their first night on the mountain and looking forward to tomorrow's trek to the Shira Plateau. RMI Guide Seth Waterfall

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Mt. Rainier: September 2nd Update

September 2, 2014

Posted by: Brent Okita, Geoff Schellens

Categories: Expedition Dispatches Mount Rainier

Elevation: 14,410'

RMI Guide Brent Okita radioed from the Mount Rainier summit! He reported fairly warm temperatures, sunny skies with winds 5-20 mph and gusts to 45 mph. At 8:15 a.m., the team left the summit and started their descent back to Camp Muir. Congratulations to today's summit climbers!

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High five!

Posted by: Sherry Jones on 9/2/2014 at 11:01 am

Woo-hoo! Congrats, guys!

Posted by: Jennifer Dempsey on 9/2/2014 at 10:26 am

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Mount Shuksan: Sulphide Glacier Team Summit!

September 1, 2014

Posted by: Solveig Waterfall, Leon Davis

Categories: Expedition Dispatches North Cascades

Elevation: 9,127'

RMI Guides Solveig Waterfall, Leon Davis and team reached the Mount Shuksan summit! The summit was a nice reward after weathering a storm that dumped 4" of rain on them at the beginning of their climb. Today, no precipitation as they made their way to the top. The team is currently on the descent back to camp and will hike the rest of the way out tomorrow morning. Congratulations!

Seth Waterfall & Team Meet, Greet, and Prepare for Kilimanjaro

September 1, 2014

Posted by: Seth Waterfall

Categories: Expedition Dispatches Kilimanjaro

Jambo! Our trip has begun. The group has been filtering in over the last couple of days. Today at breakfast was the first time we were all together as a team. We spent the day going over info about the trip, in general, and the mountain, specifically, and then I had a look at everyone's gear. Everything is looking great and we are set for an early departure tomorrow. Kilimanjaro came out of the clouds right at sunset and I was able to snap a pick from the top of the water tower here at the hotel. I'll check in from Camp 1 tomorrow. RMI Guide Seth Waterfall

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I saw a picture but I could have photo shopped myself in that picture as well.

Posted by: Geoffrey on 9/4/2014 at 6:41 pm

GO STERLING

Posted by: BILL RYCHLIK on 9/2/2014 at 7:16 am

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Mt. Rainier: September 1st Update

September 1, 2014

Posted by: Adam Knoff, Pete Van Deventer

Categories: Expedition Dispatches Mount Rainier

Elevation: 14,410'

Summit! The Mount Rainier Summit Climb, led by Adam Knoff and Pete Van Deventer, reached the top this morning and began their descent just before 8:00 a.m. There were some gusty winds and clear skies. We just received an update from Adam Knoff that the team is leaving Ingraham Flats and will be back to Camp Muir in about an hour.

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This is awesome ... Congratulations Sunil!!

Posted by: Jitha on 9/1/2014 at 6:09 pm

Congratulation, Joel! We are proud of you. Can’t wait to hear the details….

Posted by: M&D on 9/1/2014 at 4:36 pm

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Mt. Rainier: August 31st Summit!

August 31, 2014

Posted by: Dave Hahn

Categories: Expedition Dispatches Mount Rainier

Elevation: 14,410'

RMI Guide Dave Hahn and the Mount Rainier summit climb team reached the summit in clear, calm and chilly conditions. The team spent some time on top marveling in the views and then began their descent at 9:25 a.m. After a successful summit yesterday, the Five-Day Muir Summit Climb team, led by Jake Beren, is on their way down from Camp Muir. We look forward to congratulating the teams in Ashford this afternoon!

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Brian and Craig, I knew you both had the endurance training,both mental & physical to make it if weather cooperated. So cool! You’ll never forget this experience!

Posted by: Babs Velategui on 9/1/2014 at 6:36 pm

AWESOME!!!!
Congratulations Jake ,Kyle, and TEAM on a successful summit!!! What a great accomplishment! Can’t wait to hear all about it!!!

Posted by: Mom and Dad Cremer on 8/31/2014 at 12:05 pm

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Mt. Rainier: August 30th Teams Summit!

August 30, 2014

Posted by: Billy Nugent, Jake Beren

Categories: Expedition Dispatches Mount Rainier

Elevation: 14,410'

The Mt. Rainier Four- and Five- Day Summit Climbs, led by Billy Nugent and Jake Beren respectively, reached the summit this morning! It was a cold day on top with winds steady between 10-15 mph. The teams are doing well as they descend through a cloud cap hovering on the mountain top. Congratulations to today's summit climb teams!

Mt. Kilimanjaro: Team Returns to Arusha, Ready to Fly Home

August 29, 2014

Posted by: Seth Waterfall

Categories: Expedition Dispatches Kilimanjaro

Hi this is Seth along with the group. We are on the way to the airport after a great last day on Safari. We awoke this morning in Kikoti Camp and after a great breakfast we hit the road. We traversed back through Tarangire National Park and were lucky to catch a few more glimpses of a pride of lions. After that we made our way back to Arusha, did some shopping and came back to the Dik Dik Hotel. Everyone has had a great trip but after two weeks away, I think most everyone is excited to return home. As for me I am sticking around for another trip and I am really looking forward to heading back up on the mountain. I'll be checking in again soon! RMI Guide Seth Waterfall

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Seth. Thanks for doing such a great job posting. All of us back in the states felt like we were there. I’m am hopeful to give it try with my kids sometime soon. I hope the next climb is a success as well.

Rusty

Posted by: Rusty on 8/29/2014 at 7:25 pm

Hi George, loved reading the blog posts. We’re so proud of you! Can’t wait to hear all your amazing stories. Hope you and the team enjoy a safe trip home.

Posted by: Charlie & Karen on 8/29/2014 at 7:16 pm

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Mt. Rainier: Summit Climbs on Top!

August 29, 2014

Posted by: Casey Grom

Categories: Expedition Dispatches Mount Rainier

Elevation: 14,410'

RMI Guides Garrett Stevens and Casey Grom led their teams of Four Day Summit Climbers to the summit of Mt. Rainier today. Garrett reported a thin cloud cap starting to form but a pretty nice day overall. Winds were very low on the lower portions of the mountain but had increased near the summit. The teams will spend a bit of time in the crater and then descend back to Camp Muir. After a short break the teams will continue down to Paradise and conclude their program with a short celebration at Rainier BaseCamp. Congratulations to today's Summit Climb teams!

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Seriously impressed! Well done!

Posted by: Sean M on 8/30/2014 at 7:14 am

Hammer, praying you will do your climb as high as you can go and come back safe and sound to your family. Hope your’re having a great experience! Mum-Z

Posted by: Irene on 8/29/2014 at 12:03 pm

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Mt. Shuksan: The Seminar Team Wraps up the Week

August 28, 2014

Posted by: Mike Walter

Categories: Expedition Dispatches North Cascades

Well, we're all safely out of the mountains after a great week of climbing and training on Mount Shuksan's Sulphide glacier. Our climbing team gained proficiency moving in diverse terrain in the mountains, including crevassed glaciers, steep snow and ice, and 4th & 5th class rock. We also practiced lots of knots and hitches and crevasse rescue systems. We packed a lot into the past week, and the weather was perfect throughout. Our team was strong and cohesive and we all reached the summit Mount Shuksan in good style. It was a pleasure to climb with everyone. Nice work team! RMI Guide Mike Walter

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Entries from Locations

Kilimanjaro: Waterfall & Team - Day One on the Trail

On The Map

Mt. Rainier: September 2nd Update

Mount Shuksan: Sulphide Glacier Team Summit!

Seth Waterfall & Team Meet, Greet, and Prepare for Kilimanjaro

Mt. Rainier: September 1st Update

Mt. Rainier: August 31st Summit!

Mt. Rainier: August 30th Teams Summit!

Mt. Kilimanjaro: Team Returns to Arusha, Ready to Fly Home

Mt. Rainier: Summit Climbs on Top!

Mt. Shuksan: The Seminar Team Wraps up the Week

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