Kilimanjaro: Waterfall & Team Wrap Up Trip

August 16, 2015

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Hey, this is Seth. We are all headed to the airport to catch our flights home. We've had a great trip and today was no exception. In the morning, as we returned through Tarangire National Park, we got very lucky and saw two leopards . It was a great cap on what had already been a wonderful trip. Everyone is excited to go home but we all wish we could be on safari forever! RMI Guide Seth Waterfall

Kililmanjaro: Waterfall & Team Enjoy Tarangire National Park

August 15, 2015

Posted by: Seth Waterfall

Categories: Expedition Dispatches Kilimanjaro

Hello from Kikoti Camp. We have just finished a wonderful evening around the fire pit complete with Maasai dancing and a BBQ dinner. Kikoti is am amazing place to finish our trip. Today we toured Tarangire National Park and it didn't disappoint. We were extremely close to elephants and giraffes and we got lucky and spotted a pride of lions lounging in the shade if a tree. The best thing about Tarangire though us the sheer number of animals. It was pretty much non stop the whole time. The talk at dinner was about how much fun the trip has been and that's because this group has really made it non stop laughs the whole time. RMI Guide Seth Waterfall & Team

Kilimanjaro: Waterfall & Team Enjoy Ngorongoro Crater

August 14, 2015

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Greetings from the beautiful Plantation Lodge. We have just returned from a great day of safari. We started off early and visited a Maasai village before descending into Ngorongoro Crater. It was a little cloudy on the rim of the crater but once we were inside the sun came out. The temps were a little cool which I always think is good for seeing lions and sure enough about 15 minutes after we arrived we saw our first lion, a female. She quickly grouped up with several others in her pride. The rest of the day was packed with tons of other animals and we even got to see a black rhino from a distance. It's always great to see that elusive beast. Tomorrow we are off to Tarangire National Park and Kikoti Camp. I'll check in then. RMI Guide Seth Waterfall

Kilimanjaro: Waterfall & Team Enjoy Lake Manyara

August 13, 2015

Posted by: Seth Waterfall

Categories: Expedition Dispatches Kilimanjaro

Jambo! Today was a great kickoff to safari. We piled our sore bodies into the trucks at 9 am and headed out towards Lake Manyara National Park. We shopped and lunched along the way and at about 1:30 pm we started the game drive. We were treated to lots of monkeys, baboons, elephants, and giraffes amongst other animals. My personal favorite, the African Fish Eagle was out in force as well. We are checked into the Plantation Lodge for the next two nights. It's a real treat to not have to pack a bag in the morning. We are headed to Ngorongoro Crater tomorrow morning so I'll check in again when we get back. RMI Guide Seth Waterfall

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Spectacular!
Hug a baby elephant for me!
love and stay safe..

Posted by: Andrea/Mom on 8/15/2015 at 12:51 pm

Hi Llex and all! What a great second half of your adventure! We’re enjoying the news and wonderful pictures! Love you! Mom and Dad

Posted by: Jan Amos on 8/14/2015 at 4:56 am

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Kilimanjaro: Waterfall & Team Are Off the Mountain

August 12, 2015

Posted by: Seth Waterfall

Categories: Expedition Dispatches Kilimanjaro

Greetings from the Dik Dik Hotel. We are all off the mountain safe and sound. This morning we woke up with the sun just before 7. After some crepes and porridge for breakfast we hit the trail. It was a little slick and muddy from the rain yesterday but everyone was motivated to get down to the trailhead so it didn't slow us down. Once we reached the road it was drizzling so we just jumped in the truck and drove back to the hotel. Now we are taking turns showering, having lunch and packing for safari. Tomorrow morning the second phase of the trip starts, but tonight we are going to celebrate a great time on Kilimanjaro. Here is a summit pic from yesterday. RMI Guide Seth Waterfall

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Congratulations on your successful climb. What a great opportunity and adventure to travel to Africa. Look forward to seeing you and hearing more about your trip when you return home. You are in our prayers.

Posted by: Aunt Tout & Uncle Russ on 8/13/2015 at 10:49 am

Llex and all, Have fun and safe travels on the safari! Love you!!!! Mom and Dad

Posted by: Jan Amos on 8/13/2015 at 6:40 am

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Kilimanjaro: Waterfall & Team Summit!

August 11, 2015

Posted by: Seth Waterfall

Categories: Expedition Dispatches Kilimanjaro

Elevation: 19,340'

Jambo! The group is all down at 10,000' at our last camp. The weather was great for our summit push but we walked into a misty cloud above camp. It's drizzling a little as I type this. We started our climb with an 11:30PM wake up call and 12:30AM departure. There wasn't much wind all night but we did get a little chilly. We hit the crater rim just before sunrise and watched the sun come up from just below the summit. After our summit pics the team descended well and we were back in camp before 10:00. Tomorrow we have a few hours of hiking in the morning and then back to the Dik Dik Hotel. RMI Guide Seth Waterfall [Audio from the summit below]

RMI Guide Seth Waterfall calls from the Roof of Africa!

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Nice job Molly. Seth and team enjoy some beers in the truck. Mark

Posted by: Mark Miller on 8/12/2015 at 6:20 am

Wow, Molly, so proud of you. You did it! Congratulations to all.

Posted by: Ann Regan on 8/11/2015 at 6:26 pm

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Kilimanjaro: Waterfall & Team at Barafu Camp

August 10, 2015

Posted by: Seth Waterfall

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Elevation: 15,000'

Hello from High Camp on Kilimanjaro. We are having great weather on this trip so far. We're hoping it keeps holding for a couple more days. Today was a pretty light day on the trail. We were under three hours moving up from 13,000' to 15,000'. Our plan for the rest of the day is to relax and get ready for the climb. If all goes well we will be near the summit when the sun rises in the morning. Wish us luck! RMI Guide Seth Waterfall

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It will be USC and Texas!!

Posted by: Debi Edy on 8/10/2015 at 7:48 pm

Jared- the summit is almost yours! I cannot imagine what you & Scott will see & feel once you scale the mountain & are on top! So glad you are with Scott. Bless your hearts! Love you, Mom

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Kilimanjaro: Waterfall & Team Scramble up the Barranco Wall

August 9, 2015

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We are at Karanga Valley. That's one camp below high camp. We had another great weather day and the crew is strong. I'm going to hand off the rest of the dispatch to some of the folks on the trip. RMI Guide Seth Waterfall Barranco Camp was one of the most gorgeous places on earth. Today's climb was fantastic. We prefer our rocks scrambled, so we took the opportunity to have fun on the Barranco Wall (tell your friends). Looking forward to moving on to high camp tomorrow and then making the summit push starting tomorrow at midnight. #chillimanjaro

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Following your climb, Molly. Love reading the blog. Good luck to everyone. Love you..

Posted by: Ann regan on 8/9/2015 at 6:02 pm

Keep on climbing….sounds wonderful! Hi Lance, we are following your back home. I think you will come home a changed man after this.

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Kilimanjaro: Waterfall & Team Hike to Barranco Camp

August 8, 2015

Posted by: Seth Waterfall

Categories: Expedition Dispatches Kilimanjaro

Elevation: 12,800'

Hello from Barranco Camp on Kilimanjaro. We are set up in this beautiful valley with the Giant Senecia trees all around. The crew did great today on our 6.5 hour hike. The day started off cloudy, cold and windy after a little weather system moved in overnight. But by the time we reached our high point at 14,900' the wind was dying and the sun was out. The temperature crept up and up as we descended to camp and it is quite comfortable now. We will relax for the rest of the afternoon and evening and get fueled up for the Barranco Wall tomorrow. RMI Guide Seth Waterfall

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Really enjoying reading about your great adventure! Keep safe and take lots of photos, Andrew and Rachel!

Posted by: Caroline Maryan on 8/9/2015 at 8:11 am

Ancient Chinese Proverb: “Even a thousand mile journey begins with just one step.” Keeping the summit in your sights, take it one step at a time. Take care all! Luv Ya Catie and Rachel! Quite an adventure for a couple of Susquehanna Crusaders who’s origins are the Rock Street Pool in Shamokin.

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Kilimanjaro: Waterfall & Team Check in from Shira Camp

August 7, 2015

Posted by: Seth Waterfall

Categories: Expedition Dispatches Kilimanjaro

Elevation: 12,500'

Jambo! This is Seth checking in. I finally received my luggage and can now begin to send reports from the mountain. I have to thank the wonderful staff at the Dik Dik hotel for getting my bag delivered to 12,500' on Kilimanjaro. The group is all doing really well. We have had two excellent days on the trek so far. Our camp tonight is at the Shira Plateau which gives us a wonderful view of the summit. The weather has been just fine as well. We had a few drops of rain yesterday but we had already arrived in camp when that started. Everyone is climbing strong. I'll check in again tomorrow. RMI Guide Seth Waterfall

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Seth- great posts! Way to go Rachel, Andrew, Catie, and the rest of the gang.

Posted by: Karla on 8/12/2015 at 8:01 am

Seth, take good care of the Texan on the trip. Enjoy the climb. Mark

Posted by: mark miller on 8/8/2015 at 5:45 am

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