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Kilimanjaro: Mike Wyatt Reflects on His Summit Day

A climber from Mark Tucker's Kilimanjaro Climb, Mike Wyatt, composed the following poem about his summit day. BLUE SNOW by Mike Wyatt The air is cold, burns the lungs deep – Wish I was in bed fast asleep. Obsidian night – Black as a raven feather. Buttery crescent moon shepherds in good weather. Heavy limbs fight the rocky slope – Trekkers tied by an invisible rope. The echo of fatigue resonates down the line – Fiery meteorite the color of red wine. The air is cold, burns the lungs deep – Wish I was in bed fast asleep. Blindly pushing forward, we pass another team – What is reality? What is a dream? Summiteers from years past whisper in my ear – not give in, for the peak is near. I chase the heels before me repeatedly catching my breath – One unconscious slip could mean injury or death. Tangerine pink color accent the sky – It’s pure silent beauty is no lie. The crater rim now in sight – Ebullient hikers descend in weary flight. Icy dry wind burns my face – Tired scarred boots don’t leave a trace. The air still cold burns the lungs deep – I’m glad I am not in bed fast asleep. For the glacier’s blue snow is still cold, hard and deep.
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Mt. Rainier: September 10th Summit!

At 9:30am the Four Day Summit Climb teams led by RMI Guides Billy Nugent and Geoff Schellens we descending from the crater rim. They reported 60+ mph winds on the summit. The teams are making their descent back to Camp Muir and will be back in Ashford late the afternoon. The Expedition Skills Seminar – Muir is beginning their ascent to Camp Muir where they will spend the week training. Congratulations to today's summit climb teams and good luck to the Expedition Skills Seminar!
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I’m so proud of you! Now hurry up and get some safe and sound :)

Posted by: Julia Gulia on 9/10/2012 at 2:47 pm

great job guys. i can only imagine the suffering going on in those conditions and how strong you all are to give that a go. i was really wishing you a blue bird summit, but i know you’ll have epic stories to tell from probably an even more spiritual adventure.—ethan

Posted by: ethan kutzscher on 9/10/2012 at 12:03 pm


Mt. Rainier: September 9th Update

The Mount Rainier Summit Climb led by Pete Van Deventer and Casey Grom were unable to make a summit attempt due to continual lightning last night. The teams did venture over to Ingraham Flats this morning and are currently experiencing sunshine with the cloud deck between 7,000' - 8,000’ feet. After they spend some time on the upper mountain, the teams will descend back to Camp Muir and onto Paradise.
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Mt. Rainier: September 8th Summit!

Our Four Day Summit Climb teams led by RMI Guides Mike Walter and Eric Frank are standing on the summit of Mt. Rainier today. Eric reported 10 – 15 mph winds, and beautiful weather. They will spend about an hour on the summit before starting the descent back to Camp Muir. Congratulations to today's teams!
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I was originally signed up to make the climb with you guys, but messed my back up and had to cancel. Although I wasn’t with you in person, I was certainly with you in spirit, and watched as you started your climb on Friday. I was one of the volunteers you encountered on your way up. Way to go!

Posted by: Ric Walters on 9/21/2012 at 2:26 pm


Mt. Rainier: September 7th Summit!

Our Four Day Summit Climb Teams led by Tyler Jones & Tyler Reid reached the summit of Mt. Rainier today. Tyler Jones radioed in from Columbia Crest reporting beautiful calm weather and very warm temperatures. The teams enjoyed some time on the summit and are now en route to Camp Muir. Congratulations to today's teams!
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Congratulations to the Team!  (Hi Daniel!)

Posted by: Marybeth on 9/8/2012 at 7:43 am

Way to go Donny! LaWoo!

Posted by: Donny's Wife on 9/7/2012 at 10:42 am


Mt. Rainier: September 6th Summit!

Our Four Day Summit Climb teams led by Dave Hahn and Solveig Waterfall reached the summit of Mt. Rainier today. Dave reported clear and sunny skies with winds at about 10mph. The teams were going to spend some time enjoying the great views before starting their descent back to Camp Muir. Congratulations to today's teams!
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Dave, nice to meet you the other day on wonderland trail. I will be there again.

Posted by: Angela on 9/12/2012 at 11:04 am

I am so happy to see you got fantastic weather for your climb.  Take some pictures of big crevasses on your way back to Muir.

Posted by: Tom Hagedoron on 9/6/2012 at 11:08 am


Mt. Elbrus: Team Exploring in Kislovodsk

Hello everyone. We are checking in from Kislovodsk, Russia. The team has had a tough time re-acclimatizing back into the civilized world. We re-learned what nozzle turns on the hot water and what fork to use first with our salads. Tomorrow the team flies to St. Petersburg for our final "descent" off the mountain! In the meantime, I'm going to bury my face in this cheesecake! RMI Guide J.J. Justman
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Mt. Rainier: September 5th Summit!

The Four Day Summit Climb September 2 - 5 reached the summit of Mt. Rainier this morning. RMI Guides Brent Okita and Leon Davis and their teams were approaching the crater rim just after 7:00 a.m. The teams reported a beautiful day with warm temperatures, clear skies and no winds. They will spend some time on top enjoying the views before starting their descent to Camp Muir. After a short stop at Muir they will continue down to Paradise. We look forward to seeing them at Rainier BaseCamp this afternoon. Congratulations to today's teams!
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To my guides, Leon, Nick, Cody & the whole RMI staff. Thank you for all your coaching and encouragement in making the summit possable! The RMI organization is 1st rate and made my 50th birthday wish come true with my summit on Sept 5th.  A big thanks to all of you, Ed

Posted by: Edward Muranyi on 9/6/2012 at 11:08 pm

Congratulations Scott—can’t wait to hear all the chilly details.  Have a great rest of trip with Hilary.  She is anxiously awaiting your safe arrival.  Ken and Barbara

Posted by: Barbara Kutcher on 9/5/2012 at 4:25 pm


Mt. Rainier: September 4th Summit!

RMI Guides Casey Grom & Billy Nugent led the Four Day Summit Climb teams to the summit of Mt. Rainier this morning. The teams were approaching the crater rim just after 7 a.m. They reported clear skies, warm temperatures and very light winds. Once they begin their descent they will return to Camp Muir and then continue down to Paradise. We look forward to seeing them at Rainier BaseCamp this afternoon. Congratulations to today's summit climber teams!
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Hey David, I am SO excited for you and still almost feel I am right there with you! Maybe I’ll have to do it myself one of these days. Congratulations to you and the whole team!
All my love,
Colleen XOX

Posted by: Colleen Abbott on 9/7/2012 at 8:18 am

Congratulations, Joe and Danielle!  Most blokes be playing at ten, but you now officially go to eleven.  Well, it’s one louder ... isn’t it?

Posted by: Nigel Tufnel on 9/6/2012 at 10:45 am


Mt. Elbrus: The Northside Team Back to Basecamp

Hello from Elbrus Northside Basecamp! Our good luck with the weather has continued. Our hike down from Camp 1 was rather pleasant, other than our huge packs. We took our time and now we're relaxing and waiting for our ride back to Kislovodsk. RMI Guides JJ Justman and Seth Waterfall
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Congratulations team!  Happy anniversary Rayn!  I am so proud of you…now hurry up and come back home to me!

Posted by: Jessica Eddy on 9/5/2012 at 6:07 am

Good luck on your ascent, and remember that once on the top, you are only half done!  listen to your guides, keep a positive attitude, and enjoy the eexperience.  Prayers will be with you.

Posted by: Jimmy on 9/4/2012 at 5:11 am

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