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Hello everyone.
All is well here in Ecuador.
The team got a decent night of sleep here on Cayambe at 15,000'. We got up at 6 am and had a nice breakfast before hiking up to the start of the glacier. We took our time on the hike and enjoyed the beautiful views of the surrounding mountains. It was pretty windy this morning so we kept things brief on our review of glacier travel, then made our way back to the hut for a nice lunch.
Currently the team is taking naps or resting outside in the always warming Ecuadorian sun. Our plan is to have an early dinner tonight and try to get a little more shut-eye before our alpine start. We'll most likely get up at 11pm, have a quick breakfast and coffee, then start climbing around midnight to make use of the cooler temps. If all goes according to plan we hope to summit around 7 am give or take a few.
As per usual, I'm going to have a mountain trivia challenge where one lucky winner will receive a summit phone call from the Satellite phone. So everyone back home keep your phones nearby, you might be receiving a call from a strange number.
Wish us luck!
RMI Guide Casey Grom and the Cayambe crew
On The Map
RMI Guide JM Gorum and the Five Day Summit Climb team August 4 - 8 reached the summit of Mt.Rainier with blue skies and clear views. The team enjoyed some time in the crater before starting their descent at 8:00AM. They will return to Camp Muir, repack and continue their descent to Paradise. We look forward to seeing them at Rainier BaseCamp later today.
Way to go to team!
Yay! Hope you got some nice pics to share. Keeping you all in my thoughts and prayers for safe journey back down. ❤️
Posted by: Beth Snider on 8/8/2018 at 12:04 pm
The Four Day Summit Climb August 20 - 23, 2016 led by RMI Guides Brent Okita and Pete Van Deventer were approaching the summit of Mt. Rainier just before 7 am. Pete reported that it is a gorgeous day with 10 mph winds and chilly temperatures. The teams will enjoy the views and take some photos before starting their descent.
Congratulations to today's Summit Climb teams!
The Four Day Summit Climb led by RMI Guide JJ Justman reached the summit of Mt. Rainier this morning. JJ reported cold, windy conditions on the summit. Despite the weather, 100% of the team reached the summit! The team will descend back to Camp Muir before continuing their descent to Paradise and on back to Ashford later today.
Congratulations climbers!
The team is all here! We are in Mexico City on a beautiful evening and we are looking forward to beginning our expedition. Tomorrow we will head for the mountains to get some fresh air. The weather is nice and we are hoping it continues for us. Stay tuned to the RMI blog for updates.
RMI Guides JJ Justman and Mike King
RMI Guide Pete Van Deventer along with 100% of his climbers on the Four Day Summit Climb July 21 - 24 reached the summit of Mt. Rainier this morning. Pete radioed in just before 7 AM PT as the team was approaching the crater rim.
Congratulations to the team!
Way to go Dan & Jack (and the rest of the gang)! I am so proud and can’t wait to hear all about it Jen
Posted by: Dan Schildge on 7/24/2018 at 2:42 pm
Way to go, guys and ladies! So impressed! Can’t wait to hear the stories!
Posted by: Cyndi Freeman on 7/24/2018 at 12:30 pm
Posted by: Jenny Konway, Bryan Mazaika, Taylor Bickford
Categories: Expedition Dispatches Mount Rainier
Elevation: 14,410'
The Five Day Summit Climb July 6 - 10, 2017 enjoyed beautiful weather during their time on Mt. Rainier. Their five day program concludes today with them reaching the summit of Mt. Rainier. They will return to Rainier BaseCamp this afternoon for a bit of celebration.
Congratulations to the Five Day Summit Climb team!
We are currently setting up tents at the Piedra Grande Hut on the lower flanks of Pico de Orizaba. The Team had a very productive rest day in Puebla. Several of them took a city tour while some cruised the markets and town square for people watching and amazing food. The view from our hotel roof was a highlight since all the peaks we have been on and traveling near are visible among the colorful backdrop of Puebla's cathedrals and colorful neighborhoods.
The Team is excited for the summit attempt and looking forward to another beautiful sunset here in Mexico. We will hopefully be checking in from the summit tomorrow morning. Thanks for following along!
RMI Guide Mike King
On The Map
Not much to report from Plaza Argentina. We are enjoying our final afternoon at 13,600 feet before heading to Camp 1 in the morning. The weather is clear with calmer winds then the last few days. People are napping, sorting gear and practicing the valuable expedition skill of 'chilling out'. We are looking forward to moving up the mountain and hope the forecasted wind speeds do not materialize.
With how connected base camp has been send your loved ones an email, iMessage or whatever digital platform you use and wish them 'good luck' as they climb to 16,400' tomorrow!
RMI Guide Mike King
kevin and team have a good climb to camp 2 ,16,400 and good weather,mom and dad xo
Posted by: mark and helen walsh on 1/6/2017 at 6:54 am
Kevin and team Have a great climb to camp 2 16,400 and good weather .mom and dad xo
Posted by: Mark. And Helen walsh on 1/6/2017 at 6:47 am
Posted by: Mike Walter, Pepper Dee, Robby Young
Categories: Expedition Dispatches Mount Rainier
Elevation: 14,410'
The Four Day Summit Climb Teams for August 3 - 6, 2016 reached the summit of Mt. Rainier this morning. RMI Guide Pepper Dee reported from the crater that they enjoyed clear skies with a slight breeze and great climbing conditions. The teams began their descent from the crater rim shortly before 8 am. Climbers will continue down to Paradise later this afternoon and return to Rainier BaseCamp in Ashford to celebrate their success.
Congratulations to today's Summit Climb Teams!
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Mark and Shawn,
Hey guys hope your climb was awesome!!! Can’t wait to see some photos and hear a few stories.
All my best,
Jimmy
Posted by: Jimmy Sheedy on 12/4/2015 at 8:37 am
Tom - I’ll use your call as my wake-up alarm…be safe!!
Posted by: Diane on 12/3/2015 at 9:39 pm
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