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RMI Guide Linden Mallory checks in from the summit of Mt. McKinley.
RMI Guide Mike Haugen checks in from 7,800' on Mt. McKinley.
Patrick…I’ve been following you too! Put another notch in your belt for an adventure that will be with you always. You’re my hero and I look forward to seeing you soon.
Posted by: jan Ellis on 7/7/2011 at 6:33 pm
Let us hear from you when you can. Grey is getting his tonsils out this am.
Posted by: uniongator on 7/7/2011 at 6:29 am
Posted by: Brent Okita, Jess Wedel, Raymond Holt, Brooks Ordway Smith, Josh Geiser, David Rathbun, Miles Watson, Tate Hughes
Categories: Expedition Dispatches Mount Rainier
Elevation: 14,410'
Yes, it's official—Brent Okita has reached his 600th summit of Mt. Rainier, setting a world record for the most successful ascents of the iconic 14,410-foot peak! This incredible milestone was achieved during a Four-Day Climb led by Okita and fellow guide Jess Wedel. The team reached the summit early this morning, and they’re expected to return to basecamp this afternoon for a well-deserved celebration.
To put this into perspective, 600 summits equates to approximately 5.4 million feet of elevation gain—and that’s only counting successful climbs. It doesn’t include the countless additional feet from training, attempted climbs, or even biking from Ashford to Paradise. Brent’s dedication, endurance, and passion for mountaineering are truly legendary.
Congratulations also to the RMI Clients that were able to climb and share the rope with Brent and Jess today. It was very important to Brent that he accomplish this record while guiding RMI Clients to the top.
That is Incredible Brent!! Congrats!!! I was lucky to have climbed with you a few years ago.
You Rock!!
Farmer Dave
Posted by: Dave Kestel on 6/14/2025 at 3:29 am
Holy smokes. That is a lot of Rainier summits. Congrats to Brent! (I probably will have to drink a Rainier beer on his behalf.)
Posted by: Some guy from Puyallup on 6/13/2025 at 2:04 pm
Posted by: Mike Bennett, Sam Marjerison, Bailey Servais
Categories: Expedition Dispatches North Cascades
Elevation: 10,781'
Our Mt. Baker - Easton Glacier Climb August 30 - 1 September led by RMI Guides Mike Bennett, Sam Marjerison and Bailey Servais reached the summit yesterday in beautiful conditions. The team returned to camp an enjoyed some rest after their alpine start. Today the team descended to the trailhead and completed their program.
Nice work team!
PC: Mike Bennett
Posted by: Win Whittaker, Billy Nugent
Categories: Expedition Dispatches Mount Rainier
Elevation: 14,410'
ALA climbers - great work! RMI guides - thanks for an awesome climb!
Posted by: JOHN GRANEN on 7/29/2013 at 6:59 am
makes me want to stop smoking!congrats to the team!
Posted by: BILL NUGENT on 7/27/2013 at 10:49 am
Casey and Team Calling from Summit of Cotopaxi
Wow, this is amazing! Gail
Posted by: Gail Reams on 12/21/2012 at 6:51 am
Congratulations Team! We’re proud of you Mike, Scott and Kelly. Vero Beach is watching! - Pam
Posted by: Pam Proctor on 12/21/2012 at 4:44 am
Posted by: Mark Tucker
Categories: Expedition Dispatches Kilimanjaro
Mark Tucker and Team Checking from Safari
Hi Steve! We miss you, but it sounds like the adventure is going well. Looking forward to seeing you soon. Love, Shari
Posted by: Shari Fox on 8/15/2012 at 5:23 pm
Steve, there must be a reason for the white rings
around their necks, and they look really warm.
Mom
Posted by: Darlene Fox on 8/15/2012 at 4:18 pm
Posted by: Billy Nugent, Solveig Waterfall
Categories: Expedition Dispatches Mount Rainier
Elevation: 14,410'
Jennifer and Nick…I am so happy for you. You are awesome!
Posted by: Karen Pratte on 7/15/2013 at 9:20 am
Congratulations and warm wishes to you all from Medford,Mass.Special congratulations to Paul Colaneri what a wonderful accomplishment. We are so happy for you. Your Proud co-workers.
Posted by: ann on 7/8/2011 at 12:00 pm
yeah Willie and congratulations to all - how exciting, can’t wait to see photos. So proud of you…envious too. Be safe !
Posted by: Aunt Chrissy in Colorado on 7/8/2011 at 11:59 am
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