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Posted by: Avery Parrinello, Jack Delaney, Liam Weed
Categories: Expedition Dispatches Mt. McKinley
Elevation: 14,000'
Tuesday, June 14, 2022 - 10:30 pm PT
Well dear readers today will hopefully be the last dispatch from 14,000' Camp! After analyzing several forecasts and performing a ritual to appease the mountain weather gods, we’ve decided tomorrow we’re moving to 17,000' Camp! We are still very much on the “nowcast” though so fingers crossed that things look good in the morning! I’m sure you’re wondering about our day and sadly there isn’t much to write. Today was a bit of a Groundhog Day. Some folks went for a walk (the same as yesterday) some folks played cards (the same as yesterday) some folks stretched and did yoga (the same as yesterday) and some folks snacked aggressively (the same as yesterday). Learning to stay entertained and content while waiting for weather is an important expedition skill and the team has been nailing it these last several days. Here’s to hoping tomorrow’s weather is nice and we can break out of this loop!
Adventure is out there!
RMI Guides Avery, Jack, Liam and the team
Posted by: Dave Hahn, Solveig Waterfall
Categories: Expedition Dispatches Mt. McKinley
Elevation: 358'
To my son Brian, Have a safe and happy climbing adventure! I am keeping you and the team in my daily prayers. (Inez read the blog to me, and it sounds like an exciting trip!)Love always, Mom
Posted by: Mom Bulatao on 6/30/2012 at 3:20 pm
Good Luck everyone!!
Tell Dr. Kelliher his A-Track students are sending him (and the whole team) love!
We will be tracking the journey
=)
Posted by: Jenni Lentenbrink on 6/28/2012 at 10:50 pm
Posted by: Dave Hahn, JJ Justman, Billy Nugent
Categories: Expedition Dispatches Everest
Elevation: 4,383'
On The Map
Hi Billy and Team,
What an incredible opportunity and experience….I am so excited and proud for all of you….I know you have all trained hard for this one! Be safe, smart, and thoughtful…
God Bless, Uncle Michael
Posted by: Michael Nugent on 3/26/2014 at 8:25 am
Hi Kara and Team,
It is so reassuring to be able to follow your progress and know where you are at any given time. Kara has accumulated quite a fan base as she completes her 7th summit. She’s an inspiration to many. Tucker can’t wait to meet his Aunt Kara!
Love, Dixie
Posted by: Dixie Trunko on 3/26/2014 at 3:19 am
Posted by: Dave Hahn, Solveig Waterfall
Categories: Expedition Dispatches Mt. McKinley
Elevation: 14,200'
On The Map
Cathy: we know that you are disappointed not been able to go all the way!!!! We know you could have made it. But, we are happy that you had a great adventure!!!! Your little soon to be niece/nephew is excited too!!!!!!
Love, Kae and Caroline
Posted by: Kae on 7/17/2012 at 5:24 am
Brian and team, I can only imagine how disappointed y’all must be, but you accomplished far more than most people will ever get a chance at. The experiences and memories of your time on McKinley will last a life time. Plant the flag and take the picture (still a great shot). We are looking forward to your safe return and beautiful pictures. We love you , RB, TB & CB
Posted by: Robin, Tristan and Connor on 7/16/2012 at 8:20 pm
Posted by: Elias de Andres Martos
Categories: Expedition Dispatches Mount Rainier
Elevation: 14,410'
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
Seth Waterfall checking in from the Roof of Africa.
On The Map
Congrats to all
Posted by: Tom on 9/18/2011 at 4:50 am
Posted by: JT Schmitt, Alan Davis, Kiira Antenucci
Categories: Expedition Dispatches Mt. McKinley
Elevation: 11,000'
Monday, June 7, 2021 - 5:38 am PT
We made it to 11,000' Camp last night! Even though our packs were lighter after our cache yesterday, the walk uphill wasn’t easy. The team put in the work to make it to camp before flurries of snow started to fall. Making it to camp was only half the work and we worked into the early hours of the morning setting up tents, melting snow for water, and cooking dinner. The team is settled into our new camp and we couldn’t be more excited to crawl into our sleeping bags!
RMI Guide Kiira Antenucci and the RMI team
Come on, sport! Let’s driiiiiink
Posted by: Craig on 6/8/2021 at 6:28 am
Neva send a threat on the internet just to prove a point
Posted by: NLE Choppa on 6/8/2021 at 4:47 am
Posted by: Mike King, Grayson Swingle
Categories: Expedition Dispatches Mount Rainier
Elevation: 14,410'
The Four Day Climb led by RMI Guides Mike King and Grayson Swingle reached the summit of Mt. Rainier at 5:30 am. The team climbed with light winds, and a hazy sky due the wildland fires burning across the western states. They are currently descending and should be back at Camp Muir soon.
Congratulations to Today's Team!
Excellent trip! Thank you Camille, Grayson and Josh for a safe and successful climb.
Posted by: Greg Smith on 8/6/2021 at 5:32 pm
Great trip! Thanks so much, Grayson, Camille, and Josh!!! (And Mike!!!) Epic adventure and another life goal accomplished. Thanks for keeping us safe.
Posted by: Joe Plenzler on 8/6/2021 at 10:56 am
JJ checks in as the team prepares to start their summit bid.
On The Map
Good luck John! Have fun!
Posted by: Monica on 7/27/2012 at 7:46 pm
Way to go, Elsie and Char! Can’t wait for news from the summit. The Fitches say Bravo.. Love to you both, MPB
Posted by: Margaret Bemiss on 7/27/2012 at 11:57 am
Happy 21st Tuck!
Posted by: Steve Evans on 5/11/2011 at 9:43 am
Bill and Sara:
Please know that the Egan family has been tracking your progress everyday and we are all overwhelmed with admiration and pride!It is hard to believe that while we sit here in Atlanta getting ready for exams, you are at the top of the world. Sara, Chas says hi and he and all of the boys are cheering you on! We are thinking of you both everyday. Good luck, be safe and God Bless. The Egans
Posted by: Mindy, Mike and Chas Egan on 5/11/2011 at 7:30 am
Thinking of you Rebecca and team! There are some gin and tonics in your future upon your return! Go conquer that mountain!
Posted by: Sarah on 6/15/2022 at 3:44 pm
Loved the picture of the mountains taken yesterday. Just stunning - makes you want to be there!
Thank you and look forward to more photos.
Have a good trek tomorrow - will be thinking of you.
M.
Posted by: mary pagnucco on 6/15/2022 at 2:53 pm
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