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Elevation: 14,410'

The Four Day Climb July 25 - 28 reached the summit of Mt. Rainier this morning led by RMI Guides Casey Grom and Ben Liken. Clear skies and warm temperatures continue in the area. Once the teams return to Camp Muir they will take a quick break to re-hydrate and re-pack their gear before continuing the remaining 4.5 miles to Paradise. The teams will celebrate their achievements later this afternoon at Rainier Basecamp.

Congratulations to today's climbers!

Mt. Rainier: Five-Day climb Enjoys Sunrise on Ingraham Flats

April 24, 2022

Posted by: Grayson Swingle, Matias Francis, Leif Bergstrom, Ben Liken, Steve Gately, Seth Burns

Elevation: 11,200'

RMI Guides Grayson Swingle and Ben Liken reported the Five-Day climbing teams enjoyed a beautiful sunrise this morning. The team spent two nights at Camp Muir and enjoyed lots of hands-on training and practice to enhance their glacier travel skills all while ascending to Camp Muir in wonderful spring conditions. The team will descend to Basecamp and celebrate their accomplishments before everyone begins their next adventure home.

Mt. Rainier: Four Day Climbs Turned Due to Wind Slabs

May 30, 2021

Posted by: Andy Bond, Alan Davis, Ben Liken, Cal Smith, Liam Weed, Leif Bergstrom

Elevation: 12,800'

The Four Day Climb May 27 - 30 led by RMI Guides Andy Bond and Alan Davis reported pockets of wind slabs on the steeper portions of the route which forced the teams to turn around at 12,800’. They enjoyed a spectacular sunrise with great views as they descended to Camp Muir.

Photo: Andy Bond

Mt. Rainier: Four Day Climb Teams Turn at 13,300’

September 22, 2019

Posted by: Mike Walter, Ben Liken

Elevation: 13,300'

The Four Day Climb September 19 - 22 led by RMI Guides Mike Walter and Ben Liken were forced to turn back at 13,300' this morning due to high winds and deteriorating weather. The groups will return to Camp Muir and then continue down to Paradise later this morning.

Mt. Rainier: Emmons Seminar Checks In With Their Status

July 11, 2019

Posted by: Ben Liken

Elevation: 13,300'

RMI Guide Ben Liken called from Camp Schurman on the Emmons Route. The team left at 4am this morning breaking trail as well as shoveling their way to 13,300'. Due to the length of day and high winds, they chose to make 13,300' the high point for the day. It is currently raining at Camp Schurman. They are going to do some crevasse rescue this afternoon and plan to descend back to the trailhead in the morning.

Good luck, Bill! We’re rooting for you!

Posted by: Ann Gawalt and Brian Rushforth on 7/12/2019 at 3:24 pm

Good luck Bill and Chris!

Posted by: Thomas J Lapato on 7/12/2019 at 4:37 am

Mt. Rainier: Four Day Summit Climb Teams Reach Summit

May 11, 2019

Posted by: Robby Young, Ben Liken

Elevation: 14,410'

RMI Guides Robby Young and Ben Liken led the May 8 - 11 Four Day Climb teams to the summit of Mt. Rainier this morning. Climbing conditions were good with lots of climbers on the mountain. The weather is beautiful with warm temperatures and clear skies. Once back at Camp Muir the teams will continue down to Paradise and return to Rainier BaseCamp. Congratulations to today's climbers!

This was a great experience for me and my two boys, that we will never forget. Our team of climbers was made up of a great mix of people who all came together to get to the top. I’m proud have climbed with you guys and you’ve inspired me to be better.

On the guides; A thing I learned very early in my Marine Corps career was how to spot professionalism and raw, unfiltered competence. This is especially important when serving in a combat zone. You learn quick to spot people who know what the hell they are talking about because lives and mission rest on it. From the very first meeting it was very obvious to me that Rob, Josh and Chad had this talent in abundance and it became even more evident on the mountain. Thanks guys, you humbled this old Jarhead (not easy, lol), with your knowledge, physical ability and spot on climbing guidance.

I hope we get to climb together again soon

Semper Fi

Paul

PS: Tell Josh I’m working on my walking skills and hope to cut my future descent trip/falling to less than 10 per mile. ;).

Posted by: Paul Roarke on 5/14/2019 at 6:36 am

Incredible experience!! So proud to climb alongside such an awesome team and couldn’t have asked for better guides. Miss everyone already :) Thanks for everything!!

Posted by: Anna Dooner on 5/13/2019 at 7:51 pm

Mt. Rainier: August 17th Teams on Top!

August 17, 2018

Posted by: Steve Gately, Ben Liken

Elevation: 14,410'

The Four Day Summit Climb led by RMI Guides Steve Gately and Ben Liken reached the summit of Mt. Rainier at 7 am today. Steve reported light winds, warm temperatures, and the smoke haze is starting to clear. The team spent about an hour on the summit enjoying the views before starting their descent. Congratulations to today's team!

Looks like the Alabama gang had success, congrats

Posted by: Don Baggett on 8/17/2018 at 12:43 pm

Way to go Mike and team
Good luck on the descent.

Posted by: Angela on 8/17/2018 at 9:12 am

Mt. Rainier: June 15th Teams Reach the Summit!

June 15, 2018

Posted by: Mike Walter, Ben Liken

Elevation: 14,410'

The Four Day Summit Climb teams led by RMI Guide Mike Walter and Ben Liken reached the summit of Mt. Rainier early this morning. Mike reported clear skies and calm winds. The team will spend some time on the summit celebrating and enjoying the views before starting their descent. Congratulations to today's Teams!

Great Work Son

Posted by: Dad on 6/25/2018 at 7:42 am

Congrats to the team!!!!! Amazing job

Posted by: Cheryl Barry on 6/16/2018 at 1:40 pm

Mt. Rainier: Four Day Summit Turned by High Winds

June 21, 2017

Posted by: Ben Liken, Jess Matthews, Ben Ammon

Elevation: 13,800'

RMI Guide Ben Liken and the Four Day Summit Climb team June 17 - 21, 2017 made their summit attempt of Mt. Rainier this morning but were forced to turn around at 13,800' due to high winds and icy conditions. The team is making their way back to Camp Muir where they will take a short break and re-pack their gear before continuing their descent to Paradise. We look forward to seeing them at Rainier BaseCamp this afternoon.

Mt. Rainier: Four Summit Climb Team Reaches the Summit

June 12, 2017

Posted by: Casey Grom, Ben Liken, Nick Scott