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Mt. Rainier: July 7th Update

July 7, 2014

Posted by: Casey Grom, Seth Waterfall

Categories: Expedition Dispatches Mount Rainier

Elevation: 14,410'

The Mount Rainier Four Day and Five Day Summit Climbs, led by Seth Waterfall and Casey Grom, reached the summit this morning with clear skies, warm temperaturess and winds ranging from 5-20 mph. Both teams began their descent from the crater rim at 7:15 a.m. Congratulations to today's climbers! RMI Guides Seth Waterfall and Casey Grom

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Congratulations Wesley McCabe on climing to reach your dreams July 8th, 2014. Proud of you Buddy, Love Dad

Posted by: Roger McCabe on 7/8/2014 at 10:01 am

Congratulations Wesley McCabe on climing to reach your dreams. Proud of you Buddy, Love Dad

Posted by: Roger McCabe on 7/8/2014 at 9:59 am

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Peru Seminar: Elias & Team Ready to Climb Ishinca

July 6, 2014

Posted by: Elias de Andres Martos, Robby Young

Categories: Expedition Dispatches Peru Seminar

Elevation: 14,400'

Hello everyone, this is Elias, Robby and the team in the Ishinca Valley. We are getting ready to go to bed as we are going to climb Ishinca tonight. It is 7:30 in the evening here. Today we spent the day doing some training at the glacier of the Ishinca Peak. We cached some gear up there and then tomorrow we should be having another awesome climbing day on this astonishing peak called Ishinca. Hopefully, we will get a signal from the summit and we will call from there in about half a day or so. Hope all is well back home and we'll keep you posted. RMI Guide Elias de Andres Martos

RMI Guide Elias de Andres Martos calls in from Ishinca Basecamp.

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Hey Victor…..Arnie says be safe and use protective eye wear and have your o2 ready. Are they serving sautéed veal cheeks at your camps?

Gary, Linda and Arnie

Posted by: Gary Rostron on 7/8/2014 at 4:34 pm

Hey Kim!!! It’s just amazing what beauty you & the team get to view from your adventures climbing up there!!! Awesome strength, courage & a tremendous spirit!! Us sea level-lovers have to make-do with pictures (which, of course, we can’t wait to see). Summit on! Have fun! Hugs & cheers, Trish

Posted by: Trish on 7/7/2014 at 2:56 pm

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Mt. McKinley: Hahn & Team Back Carry to 13,500’

July 6, 2014

Posted by: Dave Hahn, Ben Liken, Sean Collon

Categories: Expedition Dispatches Mt. McKinley

Elevation: 14,200'

July 6, 2014 - 10:18 pm PT Today, our first day at 14K, wasn't very difficult. We got up just slightly ahead of the sun, which made it past Denali's West Rib at 9:20 AM. We had a big breakfast and then geared up to go rescue our cache from the ravens. It only took a few minutes to walk down to 13,500 feet. And then a bit longer to dig up our food and gear -which, thankfully, hadn't been attacked by birds. Then it was just about an hour in the hot sun to get back to camp. We had a short training session in the afternoon to review techniques that we'll employ on the fixed rope section between 15,000 and 16,000 feet. And around dinner time, we were happy to welcome Adam Knoff's victorious team back into 14 camp. They drank water and repacked while telling us stories of the upper mountain. Then they eased out of camp on their way to 11K while we dined, chatted, and headed for bed. The sky has clouded up again and light snow is falling, but we'll hope that tomorrow's weather stays good enough for us to carry up to 16K. Best Regards, RMI Guide Dave Hahn

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Wishing you all a very successful and safe journey to the summit!
You guys are an inspiration!

Posted by: Ahin Handa on 7/7/2014 at 12:21 pm

Hello Denali-Team!
Thank you for your reports, I read every day. So I can take part a little bit in your expedition. Really I haven´t seen so much snow before, even not on pictures.
Furthermore I wish you sunny weather and a good time for all of you! Stay healthy and in good condition!
Ute

Posted by: Ute Novak on 7/7/2014 at 8:09 am

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Alpamayo: Frank & Team Move to 16,200’

July 6, 2014

Posted by: Eric Frank

Categories: Expedition Dispatches Peru Seminar

Elevation: 16,200'

After going to bed last night to the sound of heavy rain and hail, we were unsure what we would find this morning. Waking up to blue skies and warm weather was a pleasant surprise. Once the team had finished breakfast, we set about the arduous process of sorting through gear to carry uphill. Up until now mules have carried our gear, so weight was not a concern. Folding chairs, speaker boxes, cotton clothes, hardback books...anything was fair game. Now that we are carrying the gear on our backs, loads needed to be cut to a minimum and luxury items were left behind. With the packs trimmed to a reasonable size we made the two-hour climb up to our camp at 16,200'. Currently the team is resting and looking forward to moving up again tomorrow. RMI Guide Eric Frank and the Alpamayo team

Mt. McKinley: Knoff & Team Reach the Summit!

July 6, 2014

Posted by: Adam Knoff, Lindsay Mann

Categories: Expedition Dispatches Mt. McKinley

Elevation: 20,320'

July 6, 2014 - 11:00 am PT Adam Knoff called the office with great news: The team reached the summit of Mount McKinley at 7:00pm last night! Everyone is doing great and very happy. They are packing up high camp and plan to head down to 14K camp to visit with Dave Hahn and team, then may continue on to 11,000’. Their plan is to be at Basecamp tomorrow. RMI Guide Adam Knoff

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Awesome job team. Congrats Jay and mart and all. You will make it down soon!

Posted by: Susanlampas on 7/7/2014 at 3:53 pm

Awesome achievement Mark Skinner and team! Congratulations!

Posted by: Will Kerner on 7/7/2014 at 10:22 am

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Mt. Rainier: July 6th Update

July 6, 2014

Posted by: Solveig Waterfall

Categories: Expedition Dispatches Mount Rainier

Elevation: 14,410'

Summit! The Mount Rainier Four Day Summit Climb, led by Solveig Waterfall, reached the summit this morning. The weather was very warm and winds were between 15 and 30 mph. The team began their descent from the crater rim just before 7 a.m.

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Jay - Yay!!! I showed off your pictures today at work!! I cannot wait to hear all about your adventure. XOXO

Posted by: Lisa on 7/7/2014 at 12:52 pm

Solveig, Billy, and Nick! Thank you for the great adventure and your friendly yet superb professional support in reaching our goal to stay on the top of Mt. Rainier! It was unforgettable experience! My daughter Zina and I enjoyed every bit of it!

Posted by: Oleg on 7/7/2014 at 8:57 am

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Mt. Elbrus: Justman & Team Tour Moscow

July 6, 2014

Posted by: JJ Justman

Categories: Expedition Dispatches Elbrus Southside

Hi everyone! Today our team enjoyed a beautiful day sightseeing in Moscow. We had a phenomenal city tour focusing on the intense history of The Red Square, the many gorgeous cathedrals and of course The Kremlin. Every time I visit I learn more and more about this fascinating country! Enjoy the slide show of some of the highlights of today's adventure! RMI Guide JJ Justman

Mt. McKinley: Hahn & Team are Fourteeners

July 6, 2014

Posted by: Dave Hahn, Ben Liken, Sean Collon

Categories: Expedition Dispatches Mt. McKinley

Elevation: 14,200'

July 5, 2014 - 10:18 pm PT We gladly used another perfect day to move up from 11,000 to 14,000 ft. We managed to get as far as Windy Corner enjoying cool, morning conditions, but there is no way to sugarcoat the walking weather for the final ninety minutes into camp, the sun was intense, the air was still and the climbers were plain old hot. That said, it was tough for anybody to complain too much at the combination of great weather and sweet route conditions. We've kept our streak alive, nine days and half a mountain without having to step over an open crevasse. All were interested and a touch apprehensive to see a raven hopping around our 13,500 ft cache as we approached. He or she hadn't had any luck in getting to this one though, and we took a moment to pack down the five foot deep snow covering the buried treasure -one more time. We'll retrieve that food and gear tomorrow if all goes well. It was fun "catching up" to the other climbing teams at 14K, although we haven't really as they are a day or two ahead of us now and are closer to moving up than we are. Also great to follow the progress of the only other RMI team on the mountain via radio today as Adam Knoff and crew hit the jackpot for stable weather for a summit bid. Best Regards, RMI Guide Dave Hahn

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Mt. McKinley: Knoff & Team Doing Well on Their Summit Bid

July 5, 2014

Posted by: Adam Knoff, Lindsay Mann

Categories: Expedition Dispatches Mt. McKinley

Elevation: 17,200'

July 5, 2014 - 5:05 pm PT Adam called and reported that they were on their way up to the summit, just below the Football Field with all climbers doing well. Yesterday was a great move day for them, and they continue to enjoy good weather, with blue skies and 20mph winds. RMI Guide Adam Knoff

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mark skinner….keeping a eye on your adventure…stop by the cottage to warm up on your way back to NY…looks like fun….good luck and stay safe….kenny norris

Posted by: kenny norris on 7/6/2014 at 7:36 am

Hoping all went well on the summit bid and that you could enjoy some spectacular Alaskan views from the top. Best Wishes to all!
Peter

Posted by: Peter Williamson on 7/6/2014 at 5:14 am

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Mt. Elbrus: JJ Justman and Team Arrive in Moscow

July 5, 2014

Posted by: JJ Justman

Categories: Expedition Dispatches Elbrus Southside

Okay! First off...ARGENTINA...ARGENTINA...ARGENTINA!!! Yes, yes, the first 2014 RMI Mount Elbrus expedition is underway. Everyone arrived, everyone is cool, everyone's bags arrived, we are all going on a gorgeous city tour tomorrow of the Red Square and The Kremlin...but C'mon man! Argentina beat Belgium to enter the semi finals! I can't wait to produce a video of tomorrow's city tour. Moscow is a beautiful place with beautiful people rich in history and culture. Stay tuned! But for now...for all my brothers and sisters in Argentina...Te Amo!!! RMI Guide JJ Justman

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Mt. Rainier: July 7th Update

Peru Seminar: Elias & Team Ready to Climb Ishinca

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Alpamayo: Frank & Team Move to 16,200’

Mt. McKinley: Knoff & Team Reach the Summit!

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Mt. Rainier: July 6th Update

Mt. Elbrus: Justman & Team Tour Moscow

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