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Posted by: Mike Walter, Pete Van Deventer
Categories: Expedition Dispatches Mt. McKinley
Elevation: 348'
Don’t we go to the mountains to get away from traffic jams! You exhibit that all important combination of dogged determination with prudence that is so important up there. Glad the weather is moderating, which I hope will facilitate more progress soon. A special hello to J J and thanks for the birthday greeting to my son, Zac (Zeke).
Best wishes to all for a safe, successful ascent.
Posted by: Everett Moran on 4/21/2015 at 7:45 am
Glad you are a safety guy. Hate to think of the frontline team in the risk zone while awaiting a traffic jam. Be well. Sending my best. xo
Posted by: Bonny Rogers on 4/20/2015 at 2:48 pm
RMI Guide Casey Grom checks in from Cotopaxi's Hut.
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RMI Guide Mark Tucker checks in from Shira Camp on Kilimanjaro
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On The Map
Posted by: Dominic Cifelli, Seth Burns, Daniel May
Categories: Expedition Dispatches Mt. McKinley
Elevation: 14,000'
Monday, June 26, 2023 - 10:47 pm PT
We continue to wait and be patient as less then ideal weather hangs onto Denali. Another breakfast of bagels and locks was well received by the team and has helped to keep spirits high. Waiting and being patient is an often overlooked skill necessary for expeditionary climbing. Our team is leaning wholeheartedly into this. After more rest the afternoon was filled with fixed line training In preparation for our continued ascent. Hopes are high for an opportunity to carry and climb above the fixed lines.
Posted by: Hannah Smith, Abby Westling
Categories: Expedition Dispatches Everest BC Trek and Lobuche
Elevation: 11,300'
We woke in Pangboche to a crisp morning. The team strolled in one by one looking for some hot coffee to start their day. It's been a cold few days so the team is a bit sensitive to the cold. We sat for breakfast and waited for our food. Everyone ordered big knowing it would be a big day. Namche sits 1,600' below Pangboche but you wouldn't think that with all the feet we had to gain to descend into Namche. They pushed through all the ups and downs and weaved through the yak trains. A chest cold has seemed to plague half the team but even when feeling crummy they all persevered. There was a lot of incentive to push through the pain and discomfort: pizza, lattes, massages, shopping, wine... After indulging in all that Namche has to offer, we all have made it to our beds for a much deserved sleep. Tomorrow is our last trekking day into Lukla. The team is ready to fly back to Kathmandu where it all started.
Almost done,
RMI Guide Hannah, Abby, and Team
Hey Hannah!
Its been Awesome following along!
Farmer Dave
Posted by: Dave Kestel on 4/4/2023 at 4:13 am
What an awesome experience you have all had! So many memories to share when you return home. We have really enjoyed all the blogs. Have a wonderful last couple days before you return to “regular” life!
Posted by: Rick and Bobbie on 4/3/2023 at 9:39 am
Posted by: Casey Grom, Seth Waterfall
Categories: Expedition Dispatches Mount Rainier
Elevation: 14,410'
Congratulations Wesley McCabe on climing to reach your dreams July 8th, 2014. Proud of you Buddy, Love Dad
Posted by: Roger McCabe on 7/8/2014 at 10:01 am
Congratulations Wesley McCabe on climing to reach your dreams. Proud of you Buddy, Love Dad
Posted by: Roger McCabe on 7/8/2014 at 9:59 am
Congrats to the team and Mike for another well lead expedition. A little quicker than last year :)
Posted by: Jeff Rapp on 5/31/2012 at 2:40 pm
Nicely done folks! Welcome back Rich!
Posted by: Erik on 5/31/2012 at 9:06 am
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