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Posted by: Ben Ammon, Matt Kelly, Simon Kearns, Ben Stimson
Categories: Expedition Dispatches Mount Rainier
Elevation: 14,410'
The four-day climb led my RMI Guide Ben Ammon summitted Mt Rainier this morning around 6am PST. They reported a warm night of climbing and light winds. They are currently on their descent back to Camp Muir and will be back in Ashford this afternoon.
Great work team!
Posted by: Dominic Cifelli, Lael Butler, Jess Wedel, Dylan Anderson, Matt Kelly, CJ Rogers, Simon Kearns, Ben Stimson
Categories: Expedition Dispatches Mount Rainier
Elevation: 11,200'
The four-day climb turned around at Ingraham Flats on their summit attempt this morning due to avalanche conditions. They enjoyed a beautiful sunrise! They will be descending back to Paradise later this morning.
Posted by: Will Ambler, Joe Crawford, Hannah Blum, Hannah Billings, Matt Tucker, Simon Kearns, Matt Kelly, Ben Stimson
Categories: Expedition Dispatches Mount Rainier
Elevation: 12,450'
RMI teams led by guides Will Ambler and Joe Crawford made their summit attempt this morning. As a result of recent snow accumulation and strong winds on the upper mountain, they found evidence of snow instability and decided to turn around at 12,450'. The teams had made their way back to Camp Muir and are doing additional training for the remainder of the morning.
Nice work team!
Posted by: Dave Hahn, Joe Crawford, Hannah Billings, Simon Kearns, Matt Kelly, Ben Stimson
Categories: Expedition Dispatches Mount Rainier
Elevation: 14,410'
RMI Teams led by Dave Hahn and Joe Crawford reached the summit of Mt. Rainier! They started their descent back to Camp Muir around 9:30am. RMI Guide Dave Hahn reported great weather and good route conditions.
Congrats team!
SUPER CONGRATULATIONS! An Amazing accomplishment! So excited for the team!
Posted by: Marlene linden on 6/2/2026 at 5:59 pm
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