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Elevation: 12,800'

Hello from Karanga Valley on Mt. Kilimanjaro. It's been another wet day here on the mountain but the crew pulled off a fine performance on the trail. We actually awoke to sunny skies and after a nice breakfast we relaxed around camp. The plan was to let the majority of the other teams move up the steep Barranco wall before we set out. This worked out nicely and although clouds had moved in we ascended in relative privacy. At the top of the wall it began to mist and by the time we reached camp it was full on raining. The rain has continued through the afternoon. We're looking forward to the normal sunset clearing and the move to high camp tomorrow. RMI Guides Seth Waterfall

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

September 5, 2014

Posted by: Billy Nugent, Lindsay Mann

Elevation: 14,410'

The Four Day Summit Climb teams led by RMI Guides Billy Nugent and Lindsay Mann reached the crater rim of Mt. Rainier around 7:30 am. Billy reported clear, cold and breezy conditions overnight, now the winds have calmed, the sun is shining and they are enjoying the views. They will spend some time on the summit before starting their descent. Congratulations to today's Summit Climb Teams.

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Congrats! You did it o team!

Posted by: MaryAlice on 9/5/2014 at 7:46 pm

Congrats to Ken Lawler and the rest of the group on the summit! So sad I could not join you for this, but very happy for you. Sounds as if you had great weather!

Posted by: Matt DeVoll on 9/5/2014 at 5:06 pm

Mt. Rainier: Four Day Summit Climb Teams Enjoying Views from the Summit

September 4, 2014

Posted by: JJ Justman, Zeb Blais

Elevation: 14,410'

RMI's Four Day Summit Climb teams September 1 - 4, 2014 reached the summit of Mt. Rainier this morning around 7:30 am. RMI Guide JJ Justman reported great views from the summit with calm winds and a very nice day. The teams were able to spend some time on the summit enjoying the views and crossing the crater to Columbia Crest. The teams began their descent around 8:30 and will return to Camp Muir before continuing down to Paradise. Congratulations to today's Summit Climb teams!

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Congratulations Jon Meyers! I am so proud of you Bro! It’s inspiring to see someone live their dreams.

Posted by: Keratin Meyers on 9/5/2014 at 9:32 am

Fantastic achievement, Robert, Michael, Marley, Suzanne and Dennis! So impressed!!

Posted by: Carolyn Goodman on 9/5/2014 at 8:51 am

Mt. Kilimanjaro: Team Ascends to Barranco Camp

September 4, 2014

Posted by: Seth Waterfall

Elevation: 12,800'

Jambo! This is Seth checking in from Barranco Camp at about 13,000' on Kilimanjaro. It was a cool and showery day on the trail today. We started with some mixed clouds and sun but after a couple of hours it started to sprinkle. We were dry at lunch but by the time we made it to camp it had started to rain. No big deal though as our tents are dry and the cooks are preparing another great meal. Tomorrow is a short day over to Karanga Valley. That's it for now. RMI Guide Seth Waterfall

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Sending love to Wilder, Dink, and Mary from around the kitchen table at 5020 Battery Lane.

Posted by: Thursday Night Crew on 9/4/2014 at 7:49 pm

AOSTF two dapper males suffering from mild hypoxia, diaphoretic and elevated bearings. Delivered a firm slap on spinal midline followed by repeated infusions of spirited camaraderie and best wishes. A&Ox2;: patients appear to think they are in Africa. Recommend speedy return to the squad.

Posted by: Station 26 Crew on 9/4/2014 at 6:21 pm

Mt. Rainier: Summit Climb Teams Summit!

September 3, 2014

Posted by: Casey Grom

Elevation: 14,410'

Today's Mount Rainier summit climb teams, led by RMI Guides Casey Grom and Lindsay Fixmer, are currently on the top! Temperatures were on the colder side and winds were brisk but no clouds from 9,500' to the summit. The teams are starting their descent soon and will be back to Paradise this afternoon.

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congratulations, kenny. you did it!!

Posted by: anne lawler on 9/5/2014 at 6:32 am

Anna—we are so proud of your accomplishment! Great job!

Posted by: Brooke and Susan on 9/3/2014 at 9:37 pm

Mt. Kilimanjaro: Team Enjoying the Trail to Shira Plateau

September 3, 2014

Posted by: Seth Waterfall

Elevation: 12,200'

Hi there, we are on the trail about 20 min from our second camp on Kilimanjaro, Shira Plateau camp. We have been in the sun all day but now the clouds are back. Everyone is moving right along and is getting used to the daily pattern on the mountain. Tomorrow we head off to 15,000' and then down to the Barranco valley. RMI Guide Seth Waterfall

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amazing scenery…good luck Dud and Megan! Lots of pics:-)

Brad

Posted by: Brad Reiser on 9/6/2014 at 2:01 pm

What an experience! Go Team Reiser! We are following from FL!

Posted by: Tim/ Ruth Priske on 9/5/2014 at 4:03 pm

Kilimanjaro: Waterfall & Team - Day One on the Trail

September 2, 2014

Posted by: Seth Waterfall

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

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

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

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