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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
Posted by: James Bealer, Pepper Dee, Seth Burns
Categories: Expedition Dispatches North Cascades
Elevation: 9,131'
RMI Guides James Bealer & Pepper Dee led the Mt. Shuksan Fisher Chimneys July 26 - 28 to the summit of Mt. Shuksan today. James reported it has been a really fun day with stellar steep climbing. The team was taking a break on the summit before starting their descent back to camp. They will spend tonight on the mountain and conclude their adventure tomorrow with a walk out to the trail head.
Nice job team! Enjoy your final night on the mountain!
Posted by: Dave Hahn, Dustin Wittmier, Sam Marjerison, Michael Murray
Categories: Expedition Dispatches Mt. McKinley
Elevation: 7300'/ 348'
Wednesday, July 5, 2023 - 11:59 pm PT
Difficult day today, waiting for the weather to clear, then scrambling like crazy in the evening to fly and finally an unintentional split of the team. As some made it in to town and some remained on the mountain for the night.
RMI Guide Dave Hahn
The Four Day Climb led by RMI Guide Bryan Mazaika reached the summit of Mt. Rainier Early this morning. They spend time on the summit enjoying the sunrise before starting their descent. Bryan reported clear skies with 20 mph winds for their climb.
Congratulations Team!
Posted by: Dave Hahn, Dominic Cifelli, Tatum Whatford, Seth Burns
Categories: Expedition Dispatches Mt. McKinley
Elevation: 7,800'
Wednesday, June 22, 2022 - 9:43 pm PT
We set out at 6:30 AM today for a carry of food and fuel. Skies were clear and winds were calm as we walked through the early morning shadows up Ski Hill. Ski Hill wouldn’t actually have been such great skiing with about a half dozen crevasses opening up, but it wasn’t bad for walking. We enjoyed great views of Denali’s steep South Face and of the rocky southern aspect of Kahiltna Dome. Our loads were considerably lighter than those we carried yesterday and we made good time. The terrain got easier as we cruised along the plateau before Kahiltna Pass. We cached at 9700 ft at about 10 AM, burying the supplies deep enough to thwart the ravens. It took just over an hour to descend to camp, by which time the sun was getting quite strong. We did a few camp chores before diving in the tents to snooze the afternoon away. It was burrito night on the Kahiltna. We filled up and most of the team was getting ready to turn in -under skies that had clouded up- by 7:30.
The plan is to move on up to 11,000' Camp tomorrow if the weather cooperates.
Best Regards
Posted by: Dave Hahn, Seth Waterfall, Mark Tucker
Categories: Expedition Dispatches Everest
Elevation: 17,575'
Looking forward to hearing about your summit. Blessings your way for a safe ascent.
ABQ Uptown #985 NM/AZ/CO
Posted by: Rachael C. Lujan on 5/16/2013 at 7:15 am
Hey Dan we are watching you. Enjoy your stay in NEPAL.
Bib and Chevy
Posted by: Kevin Campbell on 5/15/2013 at 7:10 pm
Posted by: Casey Grom
Categories: Expedition Dispatches Kilimanjaro
Posted by: JJ Justman, Seth Waterfall
Categories: Expedition Dispatches Elbrus Northside
Elevation: 12,300'
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So fun to be able to follow you and your fellow travelers on this blog, Matt. Appreciate the updates and photos. I sent the CBS interview website to Gr. Aunt Reet in NJ….she loved it! Also sent to Mathis family in K.C. Sending prayers for good weather and safe footing!
Posted by: Rita Redfern Morrett on 8/29/2012 at 10:59 pm
If this is Ryan Eddy’s team….God speed and have fun!
Posted by: Ryan Santos on 8/29/2012 at 1:48 pm
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
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