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Kilimanjaro: 100% of Team Reaches Summit

February 19, 2012

Posted by: Jeff Martin

Categories: Expedition Dispatches Kilimanjaro

Elevation: 19,340'

RMI Guide Jeff Martin called from Mweka Camp (10,000') after the team's summit day. The entire team reached the summit of Kilimanjaro today in great style. They left Barafu Camp after midnight with their headlamps lighting the way and reached the "Roof of Africa" as the day broke over Tanzania. After a quick celebration on top the team began their descent back to high camp where they were greeted with drinks and breakfast. They continued down to Mweka Camp and the thick air of 10,000' tired but in great spirits. Congratulations to the team!

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240Z I have an awesome nephew! Congrats! So proud of you. 240Z

Posted by: Bev Trauba on 2/21/2012 at 2:21 am

I know this was your dream (a crazy one at that) I am so proud of you KIM AND BOB HEGMAN. Excited to hear all about it.
Safe trip home-
Love, Susan

Posted by: Susan on 2/20/2012 at 11:38 am

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Mt. Everest: The Team is Amidst the Waiting Game

May 9, 2013

Posted by: Dave Hahn, Seth Waterfall, Mark Tucker

Categories: Expedition Dispatches Everest

Elevation: 17,575'

We're squarely in the middle of the waiting game here at Everest Basecamp. The big teams have assembled a few strong guys who are working on fixing the ropes to the summit today and tomorrow. Once those are in then it's all a matter of time until we get a good weather window for the summit bid. As for us we're healing up and feeling rested for the push for the top. We're giving the weather forecast more and more scrutiny every day and the tick marks on the calendar are starting to add up. It shouldn't be too much longer now. RMI Guide Seth Waterfall

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Mt. Everest Expedition: Team Acclimatizing at Advanced Base Camp

April 30, 2013

Posted by: Dave Hahn, Seth Waterfall

Categories: Expedition Dispatches Everest

Elevation: 23,750’

Today is a rest day for our Sherpa team and the upper mountain fixing group as well. It was breezy most of the day, with some clouds rolling in in the afternoon. Tomorrow the route fixing team will push towards Camp Four, the South Col, while Dave and our crew will get onto the Lhotse Face. They are working their way up to Camp Three for training and then will return to Camp Two for one final night before returning to Base Camp. This is turning out to be a great rotation for our team. It is not easy living up at 21,000 ft, but it is so crucial for the body to adjust to these extreme altitudes and thus prepares our team for future pushes to even greater altitudes. Building on these incremental efforts and experiences is so important mentally and physically. It will pay off with a safe and successful climb later. RMI Guide Dave Hahn checks in via Satellite phone. Listen to his voice mail in the audio clip below. Team Member Update: Due to a potential medical issue, James was sent home last week by the doctors at base camp. He is now at home consulting with his family doctor.

RMI Guide Dave Hahn checks in from Advanced Base Camp on Mt. Everest.

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Congratulations Dan!! Want you to do this so be safe. Thinking of you. Hugs ps it got do hit here I had to start cutting my grass yesterday!

Posted by: Lauralea on 5/2/2013 at 5:21 am

congratulations to Dan on achieving a personal best in his climb. watching your progress and cheering all on in everyone’s success on this climb

Posted by: Marc Zanutto on 5/1/2013 at 2:55 pm

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Mt. McKinley: Walter & Team Cozy at 14K Camp

June 26, 2012

Posted by: Mike Walter

Categories: Expedition Dispatches Mt. McKinley

Elevation: 14,200'

Hello again from 14,200'. It's snowing right now, and it snowed all last night. There's only about 6" of accumulation so far, bur more is expected today and tomorrow. The good news is that there isn't any wind here at 14k, and we're all comfortable and cozy in our camp. We're still in a holding pattern, waiting for decent weather to move up to high camp and be in position for a summit bid when the current weather pushes out. In the mean time, we're getting plenty of rest here at camp. Everyone is patiently awaiting better weather, although we're all a little antsy for some exercise and a chance to move higher. We'll keep you posted... RMI Guide Mike Walter

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Hi John, Talked with Dee - happy times - Paul and I are spending our time picturing all of us having dinner together!!! So glad to be able to feel in contact. Many Blessings to all of you - take care and God Bless. Jackie and Pal

Posted by: Jackie Winchell on 6/29/2012 at 8:38 am

Hope you don’t have too much snow removal to do from your camp and that the weather settles into perfect climbing weather very soon. The kids say HI to their Daddy, Lee!

Posted by: Di on 6/27/2012 at 11:09 am

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Mt. Rainier: Casey Grom & Team on Liberty Cap!

June 9, 2011

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Categories: Expedition Dispatches Mount Rainier

Elevation: 14,410'

Congratulations to Casey Grom and our Liberty Ridge Climb! Nine and 1/2 hour ascent from high camp and they will descend to Camp Schurman tonight. The team is pretty tired, but great climb and beautiful weather on top!

Mission Saipal: RMI Guide Hannah Smith & Team Conclude Trip

November 13, 2018

Posted by: Hannah Smith

Categories: Guide News

We call it mountain climbing not mountain summiting. Sometimes you travel long distances and spend many days preparing and you dont get to climb. We didnt get to climb anything on this trip. It turned into a high altitude cultural trek. But that is all ok. I know I have, and I'm sure the rest of the team, has learned some things. We will all remember this experience forever. We took many nationalities, languages, personalities, and experience levels onto this expedition. We got to experience rituals, sacrifices, festivals, home cooked meals and more. We saw and experienced the far west Nepal region in a way nobody gets to. I will remember all the people I have met along the way and shared delicious meals with. This will not be my last time in Nepal. I already look forward to coming back and drinking my weight in milk tea. Till next time Nepal. I look forward to climbing one of your beautiful mountains in the near future. Namaste, RMI Guide Hannah Smith

Kilimanjaro: New Altitude Record for most team members

February 15, 2012

Posted by: Jeff Martin

Categories: Expedition Dispatches Kilimanjaro

Elevation: 12,000'

Hello from Shira Camp, Today the team moved from Machame Camp to Shira Camp for our second night on the mountain. The morning started out with clear blue skies as we continued the climb up and out of the giant heather zone. Within a few hours, most of the climbing for the day was done and we started a long traverse. At the end of the traverse the trail cuts through several sections of lava rock and we finally crested out on the Shira Plateau. This is at almost 12,500 feet, an altitude record for most of the group. We descended a couple hundred feet and walked right into camp. The clouds rolled in shortly after lunch and have been with us since. We are all hanging out in our tents now, resting a bit and working on our appetites for a big dinner. Tomorrow will be the biggest day of the climb so far and we will be adding another 2,500 feet to those altitude records. The group remains strong and are all up for the challenge tomorrow. RMI Guide Jeff Martin & Team Simba Sita

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Denali Expedition: Parrinello & Team Return to Talkeetna, Complete Trip

June 21, 2022

Posted by: Avery Parrinello, Jack Delaney, Liam Weed

Categories: Expedition Dispatches Mt. McKinley

Elevation: 348'

Monday, June 20, 2022 - 7:37 pm PT

Final Dispatch! Final Jeopardy!

The sound of Lisa the Basecamp Manager waking us up by saying “Planes are coming!”

What is the greatest sound in the world?

Correct!

The team has never packed up camp so quickly. Too quickly it ended up because we played hurry up and wait for about three hours before our ticket to town arrived. It was worth the wait for hot showers, running water and flushing toilets.

So to end our adventure together dear reader, here is a group photo of the team.

Thanks for following along!

RMI Guide Jak Delaney

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Congrats to everyone, (especially my niece, Rebecca) for completing a lifetime achievement. Everyone looks very happy to have completed your goal. Look forward to seeing pictures.

Posted by: Lorraine Sewick on 6/21/2022 at 11:40 am

Many congrats team - you all look refreshed and happy! Thank you guides for your wonderful daily updates - we have loved them! Amazing trip you all and welcome home! And Michael cannot wait to see you honey!!!

Kim aka Mom

Posted by: Kim on 6/21/2022 at 9:34 am

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Shishapangma: RMI Guides Arrive in Tibet

September 8, 2011

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Categories: Expedition Dispatches Guide News Everest

We are in Nyalam, our last stop before the Chinese Base Camp. The drive through Nepal to the border with Tibet went pretty well and the border crossing itself was smooth. We bypassed the town of Zangmu straight to Nyalam. This afternoon we will head for a hike to stretch the legs after the trip and start the acclimatization process. We have a scheduled departure for Chinese Base Camp for tomorrow around noon. The team is in really good spirits and looking forward to putting a foot on the mountain. Regards from Tibet, RMI Guide Elias de Andres Martos

Mexico’s Volcanoes: Davis & Team Reach Summit of Ixtaccihuatl

January 20, 2022

Posted by: Alan Davis

Categories: Expedition Dispatches Mexico

Elevation: 17,340'

Wednesday, January 19, 2022 - 9:09 pm PT

The team reached the summit of Ixta at 0800 this morning with mostly clear and cold conditions and little to no wind. Recent snowfall from the night prior made for good travel and the route in overall good condition. Alas, we were met with more afternoon clouds and made a muddy dash back on the lower melted trails, beating the precip to our bus escape to Puebla. Will check in tomorrow!

RMI Guide Alan Davis

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