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Posted by: Dave Hahn, Seth Waterfall, Mark Tucker
Categories: Expedition Dispatches Everest
Elevation: 17,575'
Posted by: Brent Okita
Categories: Expedition Dispatches Kilimanjaro
I don't know how the Ngorongoro Crater can be beat but Tarangire National Park may have done just that. What an incredible day!
Having gotten some much needed souvenir shopping done on the way to the park we arrived before lunch time and decided to put some miles in before stopping to eat. In the first 3 miles we saw so much game that we had to turn back to eat at the designated picnic stop by the entrance.
With our fill of zebra, wildebeest, impala, giraffes, elephants and more, all at less than a stone's throw away, we went on the search for a lion. Did we ever score, thanks to our safari guides/drivers. Lions hanging in the grass were nothing compared to seeing two hanging out on a tree limb. This was followed up by seeing a young male who was busy digesting his kill from the morning that we passed by earlier. Then, miraculously, we came upon a leopard lounging in a tree, surveilling her area hoping for dinner to walk by. This was a first for me, and we were all quite excited about it.
Then, it was a long 1 1/2 hr drive to our lodge in the park. When we finally got there, we were amazed at just how incredible this place was. Not only super posh, but as we sipped on drinks on the patio listening to the manager explain about life at his safari lodge in the park, we had elephants. Impala and several other species of game walking past the lodge in plain sight. Then, in our ''rooms' we found 5-star accommodations waiting for us. I think we're all in awe!
Now, later, I'll just say that dinner was perfect, and I didn't get jumped by a lion on the way back to my quarters
All for now,
RMI Guide Brent Okita & Team
Oh my goodness, it all sounds amazing!!!
Posted by: Andrea Murphy on 7/28/2022 at 1:26 pm
We had a pleasant morning leaving the town of Otavalo with a quick walk to see a large waterfall and then an hour checking out one of the oldest markets in the Andes. The rich colors of locally grown crops and woven textiles were flanked by food vendors, jewelry booths and the occasional used hardware and home goods vendor.
The drive to Cayambe brought us through winding roads with green pastures that climbed up the lower flanks of the volcanic mountains. We met one of our local guides, Jamie, who has worked for RMI on many trips. The 4x4 ride up to the hut was without incident and we arrived to an welcoming hut for a light lunch. The clouds have been hanging low this whole trip and we have got a few views of the glaciers but none of the entire glaciated volcanoes that dominate this area. The Team is currently resting and hanging out after a short hike up to about 15,700’. Tomorrow we sleep in a bit since all we have to do is our climbing school and organize for the climb. Thanks for following along.
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Posted by: Solveig Waterfall, Seth Waterfall, Mike Uchal
Categories: Expedition Dispatches Mount Rainier
Elevation: 9,200'
Way to Go John, We are sooo proud…hope you didn’t loose your hat in those white outs! It’s 84 and sunny here in MB..you’re next stomping ground..can’t wait to see you and hear all about it. Love you partner. Dr. Missy
Posted by: Melissa Patton on 6/9/2012 at 5:14 am
Hey Mr. Boicourt get tot he top already Rif meeting starts in an hour, plus George misses you!
By the looks of that weather you should have listened to me and done the Robert Trent Jone golf trail. we would be on about Bottle 10 of Goose and Juice…
great job and see ya soon…
Posted by: Chris Colangelo on 6/8/2012 at 6:13 am
Posted by: Dave Hahn
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We’re declaring victory right at the start of this Kilimanjaro expedition. Each climber made each flight with each and every bag. The gang assembled this evening at the Rivertrees Inn at Usa River, Tanzania. Eight climbers and one climbing guide. We introduced ourselves and explained how we’d each come to be on this quest. For some it was years in the making, pushed back by the pandemic, for others the path to the mountain formed up spontaneously in the preceding months. But we are all here now and ready to go… with a little inevitable jet lag. We dined outside under the big trees, and without any interruptions from the monkeys in the neighborhood. Tomorrow morning, we’ll meet and get down to the actual business of preparing for a Kilimanjaro climb.
Best Regards
I’m so excited for you all - and for me, too, since I’ve been living vicariously through Kim on her adventures. :) Thank you for posting updates. You’ve got this Team!
Posted by: Diana Lowe on 8/15/2022 at 4:44 pm
Bella and Kim…I’m so grateful all has gone well to this point. I’m sure you will both successfully summit and complete this challenge. I’m very impressed with what you’ve shared with me about your guide, Dave Hahn. He sounds uniquely qualified to lead this expedition. I’m proud of you both for all your dedication and hard work preparing. My prayers go with you.
Posted by: Paul mann on 8/15/2022 at 12:04 pm
RMI Guide Mark Tucker checks in from High Camp
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Mitch/Dad and Dion: We knew you would go great things!! We are very happy for you both. Can’t wait to hear stories and see photos. Woots & Dubs!! Connie, Kirby & Mac, Blaire, Scott
Posted by: Connie Barnhart on 7/29/2012 at 5:57 pm
Love You All Very Much Glad you made it this far with hopfully minor things Be safe going down Can’t wait for your safe trip home Mom & Dad I know your all in Gods hands
Posted by: mom & dad on 7/29/2012 at 4:11 pm
Posted by: Jake Beren, Elias de Andres Martos
Categories: Expedition Dispatches Mount Rainier
Elevation: 14,410'
Jerry, you are a force of nature. Congratulations to you and all on team. Remain an inspiration to us all Jerry bro.
Rodney
Posted by: Brother Rodney on 7/7/2012 at 11:42 pm
Congratulations to Volkan and and other team members.have a safe trip back. :)
Posted by: sebnem on 7/7/2012 at 3:42 am
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Congrats to all. Jake, you are the best. Be safe!
Posted by: Bill McGahan on 1/12/2012 at 2:16 pm
Adam, Katieand team; Awesome job!!!! Congrats. Have a safe trip down and home.
Posted by: John and Maureem on 12/28/2011 at 6:23 am
Posted by: Nikki Champion, Taylor Bickford, Emma Lyddan
Categories: Expedition Dispatches Mt. McKinley
Elevation: 11,000'
Tuesday, May 31, 2022 - 7:26 pm PT
Today was a tough, but successful day. We woke up before the sun, and had a quick breakfast of granola. After our speedy breakfast, we began loading up our backpacks with the group and personal loads to cache somewhere above Windy Corner. After about an hour packing, and organizing we were roped up and heading up Motorcycle Hill. This was our first day in crampons, and without the sleds. We worked our way up Motorcycle Hill, and Squirrel Hill in the shade finally hitting the sun by the time we made it across the Polo Field. As we made our way up, the team was moving well and the temperatures stayed manageable so we were able to make it all the way to 14,000' Camp to cache all our group and personal gear and food we don't need for the next few days. We took a long deserved break, gave the descending RMI team a hug, and headed back downhill. After a long day, we rolled back into our 11,000' Camp. The stoves are going, and we will soon enjoy a meal of ramen before heading to bed.
Ramen, sounds good in the cold.
Posted by: Tom Chandler on 6/1/2022 at 10:02 pm
Sure do miss your face. Any chance they can send some face shots. Texting while icing at PT. I could get all the ice I want on Denali! All is well back at 500 Ft. Love you.
Posted by: Emigh Litch on 6/1/2022 at 3:23 pm
Hey Dan,
Get healthy!!
I am still with you guys in spirit!
James
Posted by: James Fitch on 5/6/2013 at 7:06 pm
Get healthy and strong. I’ll be watching as you ascend to Camp III. Much luck with your overnight stay there.
Posted by: Terri Kinney on 5/6/2013 at 2:01 pm
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