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Mt. Rainier: Winter Seminar On Their Way to Camp Muir

April 9, 2013

Posted by: Brent Okita, JJ Justman

Categories: Expedition Dispatches Mount Rainier

The day begins with blue skies and cold temperatures. We are up and at 'em, with the stoves firing and the team sorting out the most important thing we will do today...breakfast! Our plan is to move up to Camp Muir at 10,000 feet. Will we make it? Stay tuned. RMI Guide JJ Justman

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JJ…Think that scene will hold until I get there for the 5 day climb in June :)...Enjoy…Godspeed…Waltero (Aconcagua Jan 12)

Posted by: waltero glover on 4/10/2013 at 6:18 am

Now that is the way to ascend to Muir! This picture makes me wish I was up there and not at work this week!! Have a great climb!

Posted by: Larry Schultz on 4/9/2013 at 10:01 pm

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Elbrus Expedition: Mallory and Team Summit!

July 14, 2012

Posted by: Linden Mallory

Categories: Expedition Dispatches Elbrus Southside

Elevation: 18,510"

After a few hours of fitful sleep, interrupted by the anticipation of the climb, the alarm went off at 1:05 a.m. this morning. We pulled on all of our gear, forced down a quick breakfast, and then loaded onto the snowcat for a lift up to 15,000'. The night was perfect, an awesome amount of stars covered the sky and a faint crescent moon was rising in the east. Well, almost perfect: the temps were cold and a steady wind was blowing out of the west. It was cold. We began climbing in our big down parkas and didn't end up taking them off until we were back down off of the summit many hours later. Besides the biting wind the climbing was perfect, wind compacted snow that was great for climbing but still soft enough to keep the slopes from being too slick. The sun began to rise as we approached 17,000', casting long shadows of mountains across the landscape below us. But, unfortunately the wind didnt let up with the sun and it stayed cold. The team did a fantastic job of keeping themselves warm, avoiding even the smallest bits of frost nip. By 8 am we reached the saddle between Elbrus' twin summits and we started up the steep slope above to reach the summit plateau. We were briefly sheltered from the wind until we reached the summit plateau and traversed across to the highest point, a small rise on the far side perched over massive slopes descending the west and north side of the mountain. Despite the wind, it was wonderful to reach the summit and we spent 20 minutes or so admiring the views, exchanging high fives, and snapping photos, before we beat a hasty retreat back down from the top. By midday the afternoon clouds were already building and they blew in and out around us as we made the long descent back to our hut. We are now settled back into our bunks, tired from a long day of climbing but happy with the climb. Tomorrow we will descend back to Cheget for hot showers and clean clothes. RMI Guide Linden Mallory

Linden Mallory Callling from the Summit of Mount Elbrus

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Mt. McKinley: Knoff & Team at 14K Camp

June 28, 2012

Posted by: Mike Uchal, Adam Knoff, Zeb Blais

Categories: Expedition Dispatches Mt. McKinley

Elevation: 14,200'

After a few snowy days at our 11K camp, we hoped for some kinder weather for our move to 14,000'. We all agree we got too much of a good thing. Yesterday's move validated the old mountaineering saying that "you either freeze or fry." Wednesday morning was clear, but quite cold at 11K. We ate our warm breakfast, anxiously awaiting the sun to warm our tents before we packed up to move. The cool morning climb up Motorcycle Hill quickly turned into a sweltering overly sunny slog through the Polo Fields and around Windy Corner which lacked the then desired wind of which it got its name. After refueling and rehydrating the well-oiled machine we pulled into camp 4 (14,000') at 5 pm. We were welcomed by our other RMI team, light snow, and many other climbers at this small makeshift alpine village. Today (Thursday), we returned to Windy Corner to retrieve our cache of food and equipment in much of the same weather conditions as the day before. We are now resting back at 14,000' awaiting our possible carry up the fixed lines to 16,000' tomorrow. To our many fans out there who are leaving messages on our blog, rest assured they have reached us! Tuesday night over dinner we passed the iPhone around for all to read the kind words from friends and family. Keep them coming! Until tomorrow, RMI Guides Mike Uchal, Adam Knoff, Zeb Blais, and our team at 14,000' Stay classy lower 48!

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Hi to Mike R and fellow climbers. I am soo amazed by your courage, strength, and perseverance, you should be very proud of yourselves as I am of you Mike!I luv reading all the messages including the other teams as well, Its absolutely unimaginable to me, what you must be experiencing. Enjoy what you can. Thinking about you. Love Cheri

Posted by: Cheri on 6/29/2012 at 6:54 pm

Greetings John!

We are all so excited about your amazing adventure! Deann is on the phone with me right now and we are still talking about you! Enjoy your travels!

ONE of you biggest fans! Jo

Posted by: Jo on 6/29/2012 at 3:11 pm

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Mt. Rainier: Five Day Teams Enjoy Good Weather, Avalanche Danger Prevents Summit Attempt

June 15, 2022

Posted by: Brent Okita, Dominic Cifelli, Abby Westling, Sam Hoffman, Trevor Katz, Michael Murray

Categories: Expedition Dispatches Mount Rainier

Elevation: 10,080'

The Five Day Climb June 11 - 15 led by RMI Guides Brent Okita and Dominic Cifelli was unable to make their summit attempt due to avalanche danger. The teams enjoyed two nights at Camp Muir with some good weather which allowed for training opportunities.

Photos: Dominic Cifelli

Mt. Rainier: July 15th Summit!

July 15, 2012

Posted by: Elias de Andres Martos

Categories: Expedition Dispatches Mount Rainier

Elevation: 14,410'

The American Lung Association Summit Climb reached the summit this morning with lead guides Gabriel Barral and Elias de Andres Martos. They endured wind gusts and cold temperatures on their ascent but the weather calmed down some as they began the descent from the summit. We expect the teams to be leaving Camp Muir early afternoon. Congratulations!

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I wondered who those people in the picture were, and why the banner said 2003, now I know… Wonder what happened to our picture? What a great trip!!!

Posted by: Jen on 7/20/2012 at 12:49 pm

Congrats to you all!!
The image from 2003 brings back some fond memories

Posted by: Stu Allen on 7/16/2012 at 9:21 pm

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Mt. McKinley: Knoff & Team - Hangin’ in the Hangar

June 20, 2012

Posted by: Adam Knoff, Mike Uchal, Zeb Blais

Categories: Expedition Dispatches Mt. McKinley

Elevation: 348'

After a delicious Roadhouse breakfast and stories from the world famous Fairview Inn pre-party, the team has been busy sorting gear for the trip. The weather is beautiful right now and we're prepping to fly onto the mighty Kahiltna tomorrow morning. Until then we're enjoying solid earth under our feet, the smells of lush green plants in our noses and hearty meals in our bellies. Cheers from the RMI Knoff, Uchal and Blais team. RMI Guide Adam Knoff

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Lookin good Uncle Gords!!! Best o’luck to you all! Trackin your every move from Boston.

The Reisers

Posted by: Petah Reisah on 6/23/2012 at 1:54 pm

Joyce says Hi from VL. She had 6 to serve today. Remember what she said about you gettin up that slope!
BE SAFE!

Posted by: YETI on 6/22/2012 at 8:25 pm

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Kilimanjaro: Tucker & Team Begin Climb

July 24, 2012

Posted by: Mark Tucker

Categories: Expedition Dispatches Kilimanjaro

Elevation: 9,800'

Hello! Mark Tucker checking in with an update from Tanzania, Africa. We are on our day one of the ascent of Mt. Kilimanjaro with RMI Expeditions. We started under clear skies and beautiful weather with a high temperature of close to 80 degrees throughout the day. We arrived our Camp 1, Machame Camp, around 10,000’ and everybody is in good shape. Attitudes are very, very well. We just finished a nice chicken dinner and we are getting ready to crawl into our tents. Being a clear evening, I anticipate that it will probably get down to about freezing maybe a little frost on the tents in the morning. But everybody’s gear is checking out and will be tucked into warm sleeping bags and we are looking forward to a good night’s rest. We are still a little tired from our flights from the US. Everyone is doing very well and excited to be here. We will check in tomorrow with another update. All the best from Tanzania. RMI Guide Mark Tucker

RMI Guide Mark Tucker checks in from Machame Camp on Kilimanjaro.

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Hi Carlos,

Happy birthday to your 50th’s from the EU Team! Hopefully you’ll be able to find a piece of cake of your way up today! (Who knows, maybe Scott brought some?)

All the best for you and the team for the way up!

Posted by: Daniel on 7/25/2012 at 11:34 pm

Hello Dennis, Eric and Milbraths,
We are glad to hear that everyone is safe and having a great time. We are sure that you are seeing some amazing sights. We’ll relive it with you when you share the many hours of video that will surely come back with you. ;-) Hope the Go-Pro’s hanging in there! Tomorrow sounds like a challenge - stay safe and enjoy. Love, Kim, Sarah & Danny

Posted by: Kim Mulherin on 7/25/2012 at 4:28 pm

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Mt. McKinley: Okita & Team Make Home Improvements

June 7, 2012

Posted by: Brent Okita, Lindsay Mann, Leon Davis

Categories: Expedition Dispatches Mt. McKinley

Elevation: 17,200'

This morning we woke up to clear skies and beautiful views. Unfortunately, as we sipped on our morning coffee the clouds began to grow and the wind picked up. Today was not our summit day, instead we got the team moving around and doing more home improvements. I can positively say that RMI Okita has the best looking camp at 17. Today's renovations included lowering the floor of the posh ( or cook tent) and revamping the kitchen scene. After these improvements were made everyone enjoyed some reading and napping before a delicious dinner of tortellini served with a cream garlic sauce and sun dried tomatoes. The conversation was flowing over dinner, with stories of bike racing, pets, hunting and books. Again we are optimistic about tomorrow's weather, which is calling for a high pressure system to move in. Wishing the wind away, RMI Guides Lindsay, Leon, Brent and team

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Tomorrow will be day! Power to the TEAM!

Posted by: phil usher on 6/7/2012 at 3:13 pm

Kristen & team - 265 Highpointers at the convention in Mt Hood this weekend are watching your progress.

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Vinson Massif: Team Back to Union Glacier

November 28, 2011

Posted by: Dave Hahn

Categories: Expedition Dispatches Vinson Massif

This is Dave Hahn calling from Union Glacier, we got in this morning about 4 AM. Twin Otter brought us from Vinson Base Camp and we waited a good part of the today with the hope of flying back to South America with the team. But the Illuyshin flight didn't come about for today and now we're putting our hopes on tomorrow. The weather is gone down a little bit here but waiting is pretty easy here at Union. It's considerably more comfortable, easier living than back out at Vinson, but everybody is doing well, and hoping to be moving around soon, bye. RMI Guide Dave Hahn

Dave Hahn and team at Union Glacier awaiting weather and flight back to South America.

Mt. Rainier: August 5th Update

August 5, 2012

Posted by: Mike Haugen, JJ Justman, Win Whittaker

Categories: Expedition Dispatches Mount Rainier

Elevation: 14,410'

The Mt. Rainier Summit Climb led by Mike Haugen reached the summit in hot weather and no wind. The team departed the crater rim at 8 a.m. Once the team is at Camp Muir, they will regroup and continue their descent to Paradise. JJ Justman and his Expedition Skills Seminar - Emmons are driving to White River to begin their four days on the Camp Schurman/Emmons Route.

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Well done Mike! I hope you guys had as great a trip as we did!

Posted by: Mark Grace on 8/6/2012 at 5:26 pm

Great Job! So excited for ya’ll. Can’t wait to hear all about it.

Posted by: ann on 8/5/2012 at 4:49 pm

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