The Kautz Seminar Team July 27 - 1 August led by RMI Guide Sam Marjerison has spent the last several days training and climbing.  They began their climb of Mt. Rainier from Paradise on July 29 ascending to camp near the Wilson Glacier.  They spent time learning crevasse rescue skills, setting anchors and belays and worked on technical ice climbing skills before starting their summit attempt.  The team climbed strong through the Kautz Ice chute this morning, reaching an elevation of 12,900'.  At that point, deterioration weather forced them to retreat.  They will spend another night at camp, perhaps get in a bit more training, and then descend to Paradise tomorrow.  They will conclude their adventure in Ashford tomorrow afternoon.

Strong climbing team!