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Hello everyone and welcome to
RMI's second
Kilimanjaro's trip of the season.
The team arrived late last night after our very long and tiring flights from the U.S. We were greeted by the wonderful staff from the Dik Dik Lodge with warm smiles and a little champagne to toast our arrival.
After a short and quiet ride to our lodge we had a quick dinner then headed off to bed to catch up on some much needed sleep.
The team met this morning at breakfast with fresh fruits, homemade bread and jam, and plenty of good Tanzanian coffee.
We then got together for a formal round of introductions and an overview of the upcoming adventure. We discussed our plan for the climb and made sure everyone has all the necessary gear to keep us safe and warm on
Kilimanjaro.
After a short break some team members took a short stroll on the beautiful grounds hoping to catch sight of some of the monkeys that often visit and some even managed to spot Kilimanjaro in a break in the clouds. The rest of us did a little packing and caught up on a little more sleep to help get adjusted to the big time difference.
We have just wrapped up an amazing five-course meal with great conversations, and everyone is squared away and looking forward to hitting the trail tomorrow as well as stretching the legs a bit.
RMI Guide Casey Grom and crew
Our Four Day Summit Climb Team led by RMI Guide
Casey Grom reached the summit of Mt. Rainier early this morning via the
Disappointment Cleaver Route. Casey reported a beautiful morning with calm winds and moderate temperatures.
Congratulations to Today's Team!
RMI Guides
Win Whittaker and
Casey Grom led the Four Day Summit Climb teams to the summit of Mt. Rainier this morning. Win and Casey reported beautiful weather and a great route. We look forward to seeing the teams back in
Ashford this afternoon.
Congratulations climbers!
RMI Guides
Casey Grom and
Chase Nelson and team reached the summit of Mt. Baker via the North Ridge. Casey checked-in from the summit reporting a great route, strong team, and beautiful weather with a steady breeze.
Congratulations!
Our
Four Day Summit Climb teams led by
RMI Guides Casey Grom and Kel Rossiter reached the summit of Mt. Rainier this morning just before 7 am PT. Casey reported a little breeze and a cloud cap but overall good conditions. The teams spent an hour in the summit crater and began their descent just after 9 am. The teams will return to Camp Muir and then continue down to Paradise.
Congratulations to today's Summit Climbers and Happy Father's Day!
RMI Guide
Brent Okita and the
Expedition Skills Seminar – Emmons Team reached the Summit of Mt. Rainier Early this morning via the Emmons Route. The team enjoyed beautiful weather this morning. They will descend back to Camp Schurman finish their week of training before returning to Rainier Basecamp Tomorrow.
Our
Four Day Summit Climb team Led by RMI Guide C
asey Grom and 100% of the team reached the summit of Mt. Rainier early this morning, they had great views and enjoyed the sun on the summit before starting their descent.
Congratulations to Today's Teams!
The
Four Day Summit Climb led by RMI Guides
Casey Grom and
Mike Soucy reached the Summit of Mt. Rainier this morning. The Team reported strong winds, clouds and deteriorating weather. They have started their descent and are en route back to Camp Muir.
Congratulations to Today's Team!
RMI Guide Casey Grom called from the
Mount Rainier summit at 7:15 a.m. His team was on top in warm temperatures at no winds. They began their descent just after the radio call.
Congratulations to the summit climb team!
The
Four Day Summit Climb Teams led by
RMI Guides Casey Grom and Ben Liken reached the top of Mt. Rainier today. Casey reported a touch and go summit as the team had climbed into a cloud cap and a bit of poor weather with some new snow and a bit of wind. The Team is en route to Camp Muir and we expect them to be celebrating back at Rainier Basecamp later this afternoon!
Congratulations Team!
At 8:30 am the
Expedition Skills Seminar – Muir led by
RMI Guides Casey Grom and Walter Hailes crested the summit crater of Mt. Rainier. The team will spend about an hour on the summit enjoying light winds and mild temperatures before beginning their descent to Camp Muir. The team will spend one more night at Camp Muir before returning to Ashford on Friday. We look forward to hearing of their training and climbing adventures.
Lori and Dave - I see that you will be going to the summit Saturday or Sunday!! Wow!! You’re doing it and I’m so jealous…
Stay warm and keep those feet dry!!
Love,
Leslie
Posted by: Leslie on 7/17/2015 at 2:07 pm
Best wishes for a good climb and a wonderful experience!
Posted by: Audrey on 7/14/2015 at 4:58 pm
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