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Mt. McKinley: Okita and Team move to Camp 1

May 24, 2014

Posted by: Brent Okita, Leah Fisher, Nick Hunt

Categories: Expedition Dispatches Mt. McKinley

Elevation: 9,500'

May 23, 2014 - 11:11pm PT We awoke to wonderfully beautiful skies and not a hint of wind. What a nice reprieve to yesterday's gauntlet with the persistent cold breeze that hit us head on all day. It was with this nice weather that we started our climb to our next camp. We knew that our loads would be heavy, but Ski Hill always manages to humble even the most fit of climbers. But try as it might to torture us with it's deceptively constant grade, the team managed well and arrived at 9500' with energy left over to build camp and get settled. Our dinner of soup and burritos will hopefully sustain us for our next push: 11,200' camp. Thankfully, today was the last of the huge loads we'll be carrying as we plan on caching food, fuel and some personal gear here. We'll pick this cache up the following day and bring it up to our camp at 11,200'. It'll be nice to get to 11,200' where we'll finally be settled at the same camp for a number of days. That's the news from the Kahiltna Glacier these days. Cheers, RMI Guides Brent, Leah, Nick & Team

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Mt. McKinley: Okita and team Fly onto Glacier

May 23, 2014

Posted by: Brent Okita, Leah Fisher, Nick Hunt

Categories: Expedition Dispatches Mount Rainier

Elevation: 7,800'

May 22, 2014 - 11:00 pm PT Our day started great. Breakfast at the Roadhouse again and an early departure from Talkeetna, courtesy of the best air service in town: K2 Aviation. The first hint that conditions were not warm and pleasant came when we landed on some pretty hard snow. Then getting out of the plane we were hit by a chilly wind. But, everyone was excited to be on the mountain and we just put on a few more layers. Our climb to camp went well, though we were challenged the whole day by that irritating and cold breeze. But that sure didn't slow the team down any. Everyone really did well on this ordinarily difficult day with the heavy loads we were sporting. A quick dinner in bed and the team is now resting comfortably in their tents, getting ready for tomorrow and Ski Hill. Thanks to the tireless efforts of Leah and Nick who have been making sure that were all fed and ready for tomorrow. Wish us calm winds and more pleasant travels tomorrow. Goodnight from 7,800' Camp on the Kahiltna Glacier. RMI Guides Brent, Leah, Nick and the whole Team

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hi Dean and team ..
Seems like your nearing the goal we wish you good weather and soft winds to push you to the top mate .. Proud of you .. Be safe .. See when you get back .. We are keeping a close eye on ya ..
Martin and Karen and the boys .. Xx

Posted by: Martin & Karen on 6/1/2014 at 6:38 am

Dan -

Be safe and good luck!! Keep your eyes open for my very good friend Bob Lowery also on Denali with RMI!

- Will Reed

Posted by: Will Reed on 5/30/2014 at 12:43 pm

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Mt. McKinley: Okita and Team Busy in Talkeetna

May 21, 2014

Posted by: Brent Okita, Leah Fisher, Nick Hunt

Categories: Expedition Dispatches Mt. McKinley

Elevation: 348'

May 21, 2014 - 7:12 pm PT The day before flying on to the mountain is always an incredibly full day. At breakfast we discuss our expedition goals, strategy, schedule and everything else under the sun. This is followed up by our orientation with Denali National Park. And then on to the hangar of our air service where we spend half the day making certain we have everything we need to survive the weeks on the mountain. The other half of the day is spent putting this incredible amount of gear and food in some semblance of order so that when we actually fly on to the glacier we can pick up and go. It's been a long day, but one well spent. Tomorrow we're all set for the flight on to the mountain. But tonight, a final dinner where we can relax with a burger and a beer. A well deserved treat after such a busy day, and one we'll be dreaming of in the not to distant future. RMI Guides Brent, Leah, and Nick

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Great pics of the team! We are so proud of you Daniel and we follow you and your team every step of the way - to the top!!! Go, go, go….We love you! Mom & Rob

Posted by: Lena Akerman on 5/23/2014 at 7:13 am

Way to go Steve Hart!! Good luck to you and the team - Speedy and safe climb!
A warm rehab room and a cold beer awaits your return!!

Brett and team

Posted by: Team Fairway on 5/23/2014 at 5:59 am

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Mt. McKinley: Okita and Team Transfer to Talkeetna, Alaska

May 20, 2014

Posted by: Brent Okita, Leah Fisher, Nick Hunt

Categories: Expedition Dispatches Mt. McKinley

Elevation: 348'

May 20, 2014 - 8:29 pm PT We are closing in on Talkeetna enjoying the unseasonably warm weather, being driven by our shuttle driver Louisa. It's nice to finally be all together and underway after so much anticipation and preparation. No lost luggage or late planes. Now all we need to accomplish is to unload our gear at the hanger, check into our wonderfully quirky hotel run by our friends Pam and Al, before heading out for a bite and a beer or two. If first impressions mean anything, I think were going to have a good time on this expedition. Cheers! RMI Guide Brent Okita

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Go Dr. Bruce Terry!

Wishing you and your team good luck on your expedition!

Your Friends over at Lionville Dental Associates!

Posted by: Lionville Dental Associates, LLC Doctors and Staff on 5/28/2014 at 10:02 am

Have a great climb - it looks like a great group!

Posted by: susan scanlon on 5/24/2014 at 11:03 am

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Mt. Rainier: May 18th Teams Summit!

May 18, 2014

Posted by: Adam Knoff, Brent Okita, Leah Fisher, Sean Collon, Bridget Belliveau, Chase Nelson

Categories: Expedition Dispatches Mount Rainier

Elevation: 14,410'

The Five Day Summit Climb led by RMI Guide Adam Knoff reached the summit of Mt. Rainier yesterday afternoon in cold and windy conditions. The team descended back to Camp Muir for the night. The Four Day Summit Climb led by RMI Guide Brent Okita reached the summit this morning and reports blue skies on top with a cap beginning to form. Both teams will be back in Ashford later today.

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Congratulations Uncle Chris!

Posted by: Jen Maseda on 5/20/2014 at 10:36 am

Well done to my sister Carmela and my brother-in-law Max Brouwer, i am so proud of you guys!!! Mariana xxx

Posted by: Mariana Pinillos on 5/18/2014 at 12:52 pm

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Mt. Rainier: Brent Okita and Team en route to Camp Muir

May 17, 2014

Posted by: Brent Okita

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We enjoyed some surprisingly good weather on the way up to Camp Muir. Dry, cool, but at the cost of minimal visibility. That's ok though, because now that were up at Muir it's beautiful. Everyone is doing great! RMI Guide Brent Okita

Mt. Rainier: May 14th Summit!

May 14, 2014

Posted by: Brent Okita, Tyler Jones, Chase Nelson, Mike King, Nick Hunt, Ben Liken

Categories: Expedition Dispatches Mount Rainier

Elevation: 14,410'

Camp Muir reported that RMI Guides Brent Okita, Tyler Jones and the Five Day Summit Climb Team reached the Summit of Mt. Rainier at about 7am this morning. The team reported clear skies and absolutely beautiful climb weather. The team has started their descent and are en route to Camp Muir. We expect them back to RMI Base Camp this afternoon. This is the First Summit of the our 2014 summer season! Congratulations Teams!

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Great Job? How was the trail up? Going up in June!

Posted by: brandon on 5/15/2014 at 8:59 am

Congrats…2 weeks till my climb, hoping the streak will continue!

Posted by: Dan on 5/14/2014 at 3:01 pm

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Mt. Rainier: Okita & Team Prepare for Tomorrow’s Summit Bid

May 13, 2014

Posted by: Brent Okita, Tyler Jones

Categories: Expedition Dispatches Mount Rainier

Elevation: 10,060'

Today was another beautiful day. The crew climbed the first leg of the route in preparation for our climb tonight. A couple of us kicked in the route today which goes up the Disappointment Cleaver. The route is in great shape and were all looking forward to the climb. RMI Guide Brent Okita

Mt. Rainier: The 2014 Season Begins!

May 12, 2014

Posted by: Brent Okita, Tyler Jones, Ben Liken, Nick Hunt, Mike King, Chase Nelson

Categories: Expedition Dispatches Mount Rainier

Elevation: 10,060'

RMI Guides Brent Okita and Tyler Jones are leading our first 2014 Mt. Rainier Summit Climb! The team is doing great and had beautiful weather on their ascent to Camp Muir today. Tomorrow the team will go on an acclimatization hike and get ready for their summit bid on Wednesday.

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Best of luck with the summit bid! Please post more pics! My kids want to be inspired by their Uncle Chris. We love you Uncle Chris!
Love,
Your Sister

Posted by: Jennifer Ward-Maseda on 5/20/2014 at 7:27 am

Wish I could be there with all of you,...someday, I will go.
Be careful and have a great time!

Posted by: Deblan on 5/13/2014 at 5:16 pm

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Mt. Rainier: Winter Seminar Wrap-up a Great Week of Training

April 18, 2014

Posted by: Brent Okita, Zeb Blais, Ben Liken, Robby Young

Categories: Expedition Dispatches Mount Rainier

Elevation: 10,060'

RMI Guides Brent Okita, Zeb Blais and the Expedition Skills Seminar - Winter Team finished up a great week of training. The team has started their descent and will be back at Rainier Basecamp this afternoon. Congratulations Team!

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Entries By Brent Okita

Mt. McKinley: Okita and Team move to Camp 1

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Mt. McKinley: Okita and team Fly onto Glacier

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Mt. McKinley: Okita and Team Busy in Talkeetna

Mt. McKinley: Okita and Team Transfer to Talkeetna, Alaska

Mt. Rainier: May 18th Teams Summit!

Mt. Rainier: Brent Okita and Team en route to Camp Muir

Mt. Rainier: May 14th Summit!

Mt. Rainier: Okita & Team Prepare for Tomorrow’s Summit Bid

Mt. Rainier: The 2014 Season Begins!

Mt. Rainier: Winter Seminar Wrap-up a Great Week of Training

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