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Mt. Elbrus: Justman & Team Summit!

July 8, 2013

Posted by: JJ Justman

Categories: Expedition Dispatches Elbrus Southside

Elevation: 18,510'

RMI Guide JJ Justman and 100% of his Mt. Elbrus team reached the summit this morning! Everyone is back, safe and sound, at the Garabashi Hut. The team sent a video as well as a photo from their successful summit.

RMI Guide JJ Justman calls from the Mt. Elbrus Summit!

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Congrats, Team Texas Health!

Posted by: Andy Wilson on 7/10/2013 at 2:42 pm

Congratulations Team THR and have a safe trip home!

Posted by: Tenia on 7/10/2013 at 1:00 pm

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Mt. Rainier: June 12, 2013 - Summit!

June 12, 2013

Posted by: Billy Nugent

Categories: Expedition Dispatches Mount Rainier

Elevation: 14,410'

The Four Day Summit Climb led by RMI Guide Billy Nugent reached the summit of Mt. Rainier this morning. Billy reported clear and beautiful skies, but cold temperatures with winds of about 10 - 15 mph form the northwest. The team has started their descent and are en route back to Camp Muir. Congratulations to today's team!

Mt. McKinley Expedition: Okita “Awaiting Clarity”

June 4, 2011

Posted by: Brent Okita

Categories: Expedition Dispatches Mt. McKinley

Elevation: 7,800'

The first plane got out over an hour ago with Leon, Clay, Steve, Hao and Sergey. Two other planes came in to take two other groups out then returned minutes later, unable to safely get out because of clouds that came in to obscure visibility out of the mountains. As I began this we were still hopeful that planes would fly, but since then we have put up tents as it has now started to snow. Could this be the front forecasted to come in? In many ways this has been the most difficult part of the trip for some. The dashed hopes, uncertainty, and expectanct waiting. People may get angry with pilots' decisions, or even guide services' decisions on what flight company to do business. But all that seems so trite and inconsequential when the realities of the situation are understood. These pilots work under such pressures to get people in and out under sometimes very adverse conditions, and i'd rather they be just a little conservative with my life, as well as those of my clients. Hearing stories of 'other' pilots ducking into and out of holes does not inspire me to any great degree. Besides, getting 'stuck' here on the Kahiltna Glacier, one of the most beautiful places in the world, with Mt Hunter towering over us just 10 minutes away, and Foraker just across the way, 10,000' above us, seems to me OK. Since composing the above we've spent a restful day in the tent. Some 'quality tent time.' A thing we've not had in abundance on this trip. And tonight we've joined with the half of Tyler Jones' group that got flown in for a fun and entertaining dinner in the Posh tent. Would I rather be in Talkeetna right now? Perhaps. But times like this evening remind why I love my job. Getting to know new folks, laughing at ourselves, and sharing with others. I guess I'm OK with being 'stuck on the mountain.' RMI Guides Brent and Maile

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I don’t care how long it takes to get off the glacher just be happy you are all safe and that the piolts are making the right decissions. Just make the best of it, in a few months you will be wishing you were back up there. Have fun Maile and all

xoxo love Mom

Posted by: ginny myers on 6/4/2011 at 4:41 pm

Brent, thank you so much for your wise decisions regarding our loved ones. I appreciate that. Zac we miss you so much and we can’t wait to see you when you get safely off the mountain. Love you, M, T & B

Posted by: mary candelario on 6/4/2011 at 1:57 pm

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Aconcagua: Beren & Team Wishing All a Merry Christmas!

December 25, 2012

Posted by: Jake Beren, Leon Davis, Zeb Blais

Categories: Expedition Dispatches Aconcagua

Elevation: 13,800'

Holiday greetings to all our friends around the world! Down/up here on Aconcagua it has been a Christmas to remember. We went on an acclimatization hike towards C1, enjoyed a favorite mountain holiday tradition of quesadillas a la Leon, and generally enjoyed each other's company. Tomorrow we will ride the (hopefully) improving trend of decreasing winds and try to carry up to Camp 1. Our time spent at BC prepares us for strength on the upper mountain and we look forward to making the most of it. Here are a few shout outs from the team: "Feeling great! Love you all. MUAT baby." "Merry Christmas family and friends. Love from 14,000 feet." "Love you family! #2, wish you were here! Love you, #1" "Jeanne, Love you." "Merry Christmas Fam!" "Adi, having a great time. See you soon. Do your homework-love, Dad" "Vien, all I want for X-mad is you." A few of us might have been napping, but rest assure we all miss our people and can't wait to share this adventure when we return. RMI Guide Jake Beren

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#1, thanks for the shout out! Thinking of your every day and wish I could be there. Be safe. Love you. #2

Posted by: Jonny Boy on 12/27/2012 at 8:34 am

Hi Michael, I miss you and I love you! Be safe and have fun.

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Mt. Rainier: August 10th Summit!

August 10, 2012

Posted by: Brent Okita, JJ Justman

Categories: Expedition Dispatches Mount Rainier

Elevation: 14,410'

The Four Day Summit Climb August 7 - 10, 2012 led by RMI Guides Brent Okita and Andres Marin radioed from the Columbia Crest at 7:02 a.m. The teams were enjoying clear skies, cool temperatures and a very light breeze on the summit of Mt. Rainier this morning. They began their descent from the crater rim just before 8 am. The teams will return to Camp Muir for a bit before continuing to Paradise this afternoon. We look forward to seeing them at Rainier BaseCamp later today. Congratulations to today's teams!

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Well done! Congratulations.

Posted by: John Canfield on 8/10/2012 at 9:02 pm

Congratulations to Troop 20 on your successful climb. What an amazing accomplishment!

Posted by: Cindy Brady on 8/10/2012 at 4:29 pm

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Mexico’s Volcanoes: Team Begins Climb of Ixtaccihuatl

March 5, 2012

Posted by: Jake Beren

Categories: Expedition Dispatches Mexico

Elevation: 12,000'

Greetings everybody! We are at the Altzimoni Hut at the base of Ixtaccihuatl, where we will be heading out to climb tomorrow. All is well here. We've had clearing afternoon a little bit of cloud cover over Ixta right now but looks to be breaking up somewhat. So, with fingers crossed we'll go to bed (hoping for clear skies in the morning) and head up to our high camp tomorrow. The team is doing great. We had a nice stop in Amecameca to pick up some last minute items, cruise around town and sort of check out what was going on and see some sites we may not otherwise have visited in Central Mexico. We will call in from our high camp tomorrow. RMI Guide Jake Beren

RMI Guide Jake Beren checks in from 12000 ft on Ixtaccihuatl.

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Mt. Everest Expedition: Team at the South Summit

May 20, 2011

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Categories: Expedition Dispatches Everest

Elevation: 28,500'

Team at the South Summit and things are great! Dawn came up a half hour ago. The sun came out and what a beautiful day. Clouds lifted and mountains all over- Kangchenjunga, Shishapangma, Cho Oyu, Makalu, as well as many more. Went through the check list with Dave and all systems green light. They kept saying how much fun they were having, guess these guys have never been to Hawaii. Not on top just yet, they need to traverse the ridge over to the Hillary Step. And a bit more uphill on moderate terrain before the top. Two more hours at the most if no other climbers on the route. We are making pretty good time. Just a beautiful day on Mt. Everest! More later, RMI Guide Mark Tucker

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Been following your updates here in Athens Georgia. Have a safe summit and descent

Posted by: James King on 5/20/2011 at 7:01 pm

Thank you Mark for keeping us informed in real time. Richmond, VA sends their wishes for a safe summit and return. Can’t wait for the next report! GO LINDEN!!

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Denali Expedition: Parrinello & Team Keep Themselves Entertained at 14,000’

June 14, 2022

Posted by: Avery Parrinello, Jack Delaney, Liam Weed

Categories: Expedition Dispatches Mt. McKinley

Elevation: 14,000'

Monday, June 13, 2022 - 10:37 pm PT

Hmmm how does one keep entertained while waiting for good summit weather? Well let me tell you! You start the morning as usual with the most important meal of the day, breakfast! Then the team rallies, gears up and heads to “The Edge of the World”! Whooo spooky! What’s the edge of the world you’re thinking? Glad you asked! It’s an epic cliff on the extreme edge of camp that looks 6,000 feet down to the valley floor. So pretty cool and obviously we took a bunch of hero shots of ourselves looking awesome. Then we wandered around the perimeter of camp, took a quick look at the crevasse formerly known as the “Poop Crevasse” (we now remove all our waste from the mountain instead of throwing it into the glacier). After that scenic detour it was more hanging about camp. Some of the team built snow lounge chairs to catch some rays. A handful of the team learned to play the best four person card game of all time, Euchre! The evening was capped off by the invention of a new cocktail, a mix of hot water, Swiss Miss hot chocolate powder and Fireball whiskey. It was deemed “The Backcountry Boyfriend” because it keeps you warm at night. Indeed it ‘twas a productive day here at 14,000 feet. Camp is in shadow now and we’re all tucked into our down sleeping bags, cozy and warm.

Goodnight, sleep tight and don’t let the ice worms bite!

RMI Guides Avery, Jack, Liam and the team

P.S. Google ice worms! They’re real!

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GO Team Go!!! Ya’ll are So close now!!! It’s a mail biter being on this side of it all…Michael- this is Your time to pull out all the stops kiddo! You got this!! Love you molto! Hugs and kisses to All team members and a Big lick from Oliver! Alicia

Posted by: Alicia Becker on 6/15/2022 at 8:40 am

I bet Jack was all in that poop crevasse. Get it Jack.

Posted by: Jamie Fisher on 6/14/2022 at 10:04 pm

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Mt. Baker: Easton Glacier Team Reaches Summit

July 17, 2021

Posted by: Pete Van Deventer, Keeley Rideout, Grayson Swingle, Lauren Macklin

Categories: Expedition Dispatches North Cascades

Elevation: 10,781'

RMI Guide Pete Van Deventer and the Four Day Mt. Baker - Easton Glacier July 15 - 18 team reached the summit at 3:15 pm today with 100% of their crew. They enjoyed their time on the summit and will return to camp for their final night on the mountain.

Nice work team!

Mt. Everest: Hahn & Team Success to Camp 1

April 23, 2015

Posted by: Dave Hahn, JJ Justman

Categories: Expedition Dispatches Everest

Elevation: 19,900'

The 2015 Mt. Everest season has been a tough start with big snow storms here at base camp, but full steam ahead right now. The snow that kept us from moving up earlier has blossomed to some nice days. You would be amazed at the difference on the glacier since last week. Rivers running, pools forming and a route through the ice fall that has allowed a reasonable ascent to Camp 1, where the team is at this very moment. I just got off the radio with Dave and word is, all well. I was able to follow the team's climb up the ice fall with my tripod-mounted spotting scope. They were at times obscured from view by huge ice towers and the route taking them down into the depths of the glacier, out of sight, and then minutes later they would they pop back into view. Their training, adjusting to the altitude and experience at this sort of wild climbing paid off with what I can guarantee you was one of the most amazing and memorable days in these mountaineers climbing careers. So proud of this group as I watched them progress through the Khumbu Icefall working the mountain, assisting each other, and sticking together in pure style and grace. Way to go team! RMI Guide and Everest Base Camp Manager Mark Tucker Dave Hahn called in after reaching Camp 1 and his audio is posted below.

RMI Everest Expedition Leader, Dave Hahn, calling in from Camp 1.

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Phantastic and best wishes to all of you!
You passed the first barrier and I hope you arrived safe in Camp 2! It´s really great to follow your climb!
Sunny weather and good health to everybody - Ute

Posted by: Ute Novak on 4/24/2015 at 7:21 am

Dave & Team - absolutely fascinating following your journey. I wake up at 2 AM to read the blogs now. They are becoming very interesting—passing the icefalls and making high camp. :) Be safe.

Posted by: Mary on 4/24/2015 at 6:35 am

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