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Kilimanjaro: Martin & Team Visit the Ngorongoro Crater

February 19, 2014

Posted by: Jeff Martin

Categories: Expedition Dispatches Kilimanjaro

Hello from the Plantation Lodge, The Ngorongoro Crater did not disappoint today. In fact, it was a five star day! We started off early so we could spend the whole day down in the Crater. The first sighting was a big bull elephant, followed by seeing 5 black rhinos, a pride of 7 lions, a lone male lion, many hippos including a hippo out if the water and three hippos that were 15' away from us at our lunch spot. Hyenas, baby jackals, and Grant and Thompson Gazelles, plus all the other animals we saw yesterday, but in even greater numbers. The grass in the Crater is really green because of the recent rains, and the animals were everywhere. After we were almost cross-eyed from looking at all the animals, we headed up to the rim of the crater and went to a Maasai Village. The Massai are a tribe of 70 different clans, totaling almost 55,000 people. They inhabit the land around Ngorongoro and to the north into Kenya. They are trying hard to live in their traditional ways but still exist in a modern world. This was our opportunity to see first hand how they are doing it. It was definitely a very full day. Now we are back at the lodge, just finished dinner and making our plans for tomorrow. We'll head south to Tarangire National Park for our final two days of safari. Still on the list of animals to see - a leopard. Best regards, RMI Guide Jeff Martin & Team

Aconcagua: Justman & Team Summit!

February 18, 2014

Posted by: JJ Justman, Katrina Bloemsma

Categories: Expedition Dispatches Aconcagua

Elevation: 22,841'

Hey everyone, I'm wondering if you could just take a listen to this for second... Do you hear that? I didn't think so because there is zero wind on the summit of Aconcagua right now! That is where Team Seven is at this moment. What do you say guys? [Happy yells from the climbers.] People are excited to be up here. We have a beautiful day climbing. We had a sunny day to begin with; now there's a little bit of clouds and a little bit of snow. People are feeling pretty darn good, tired but good. We had a great day climbing. Can't say enough great things about the summit. And now we are going to head down. This is JJ and the team heading downhill from the highest point in the western hemisphere of the world. RMI Guide JJ Justman

RMI Guide JJ Justman calls in from the Aconcagua summit!

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Hi Ken ! Congratulations on doing something I never even dream of. Your boys and wife are super proud. Can’t wait to see the photos and to hear the behind the scene stories. ok I am going back to the couch .... LOL. Take Ken. See you soon.

Posted by: Ivy on 2/19/2014 at 9:37 pm

Congratulations to you all! Great job Rich, we are all very proud of you. Safe trip down! See you soon! Hope you got some great pics for us…
Love
Susie

Posted by: Susie on 2/18/2014 at 9:20 pm

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Mt. McKinley: Haugen & Team - Ground Hog’s Day

July 4, 2013

Posted by: Mike Haugen, Mike Uchal

Categories: Expedition Dispatches Mt. McKinley

Elevation: 7,300'

Wednesday, July 3, 2013 We woke up today to more of the same conditions at McKinley Basecamp. At least with these conditions, there is no waiting around to see if we are going to fly. There is always tomorrow! We took a walk down to the lower airstrip to stretch our legs a bit. With plenty of food and gas, at least we are eating well! The morale is still good and the team is hanging in strong while missing our loved ones (and real food). RMI Mt. McKinley Summit Team 6

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Happy 4th of July To Cindee and her team! Wishing you all a safe and restful return, beers and tacos waiting for you when you get back to SF:)

Posted by: Jennifer on 7/4/2013 at 10:55 pm

The other night I had a warm peanut butter pop tart with a scoop of ice cream and some chocolate syrup. I feel sure that had pop tarts been included on this expedition, you guys would not still be snowed in.

Posted by: Lisa Mackey on 7/4/2013 at 7:01 pm

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Mexico: The Team Arrives in Mexico City

March 5, 2011

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Categories: Expedition Dispatches Mexico

Elevation: 7,300'

Everyone arrived safe and sound in Mexico City today and checked in to our lovely hotel right in the heart of the second largest city on the planet. Amazing to think that in a few short days we will be high in the alpine, far above the hustle and bustle of this metropolis. This evening our team assembled for the first time and started the process of getting to know our teammates for the week and familiarizing ourselves with the game plan. After our first meeting we took to the streets as a light rain fell and had a great meal at an ornately decorated restaurant just a few blocks away. Well fed, our exit was delayed by an above-average Mariachi band for a few numbers giving us time to adjust and relax into local time. Back at the hotel for a few winks, we will leave the city tomorrow and explore some ancient pyramids on our way to the mountains. Buenas noches from Mexico City, RMI Guides Jake Beren, Eric Frank and Team

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Monica enjoy. Get ready for Kili. Talk Jake into guiding us there.

Posted by: Fletch on 3/7/2011 at 4:43 am

Sue and Ct you were mentioned in church in prayer today for a wonderful climb and experience. Love to you both.

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Denali Expedition: Van Deventer & Team Train and Prepare to Ascend Fixed Lines

May 23, 2023

Posted by: Pete Van Deventer, Henry Coppolillo, Tatum Whatford

Categories: Expedition Dispatches Mt. McKinley

Elevation: 14,000'

Monday, May 22, 2023 - 10:11 pm PT

It was an incredibly pleasant day at 14,000'. It snowed lightly all night but when we woke up it was bluebird and calm. We took our time over breakfast (again) and started to wrap our heads around the schedule and logistics above here. We did an afternoon training session to prepare for the fixed lines and running belays of the West Buttress above, then retired for a warm and sunny siesta. The rest was part of the plan as we intend to head up the fixed lines and along the West Buttress tomorrow to put in a small cache and get familiar with the terrain. With that complete, the puzzle pieces that we have control over will be in place for our summit push.

RMI Guide Pete Van Deventer

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Happy belated Birthday Juan! Hope you and the crew are safe and enjoying yourselves. Can’t wait to hear all about it.

Posted by: Mike Jenison on 5/23/2023 at 6:57 pm

Keep going Bailey!! Atlas has been shrugging.

Posted by: Stewart Beshears on 5/23/2023 at 5:40 pm

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Mt. Rainier: Four Day Summit Climbs on top!

July 4, 2014

Posted by: Brent Okita, Walter Hailes

Categories: Expedition Dispatches Mount Rainier

Elevation: 14,410'

The Four Day Summit Climbs led by RMI Guides Brent Okita and Walter Hailes reached the summit of Mt. Rainier this morning. Brent reported clear and warm conditions. The teams are enjoying some time on the summit. They will return to Camp Muir later this morning and then continue their descent to Paradise. We look forward to seeing them at Rainier BaseCamp this afternoon. Congratulations to today's Summit Climb Teams! Happy Independence Day!

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Congratulations !!!
I knew you could make it.
We are so proud of you & love you

Posted by: Sookie on 7/4/2014 at 3:51 pm

CONGRATS, Jeff & team!! Amazing feat - I’m so proud of you, hon! What a way to celebrate the 4th!

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Mt. Rainier: June 24th Update

June 24, 2012

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Categories: Expedition Dispatches Mount Rainier

Elevation: 10,500'

The Four Day Summit Climb led by RMI Guide Jason Thompson was forced to turn around this morning due to deteriorating weather conditions. The teams reached a height of 10,500’ before making the decision to turn back. The team is expected to arrive back at Ashford Base Camp by early afternoon for hot coffee and a slide show presentation about RMI’s Alaska Seminar. There is an open invitation for the slide show if you happen to be in town!

Ecuador Volcanoes: Team visits Otavalo Market

January 14, 2012

Posted by: Jake Beren

Categories: Expedition Dispatches Ecuador

Elevation: 15,300'

Waking at the lovely Hacienda San Luis, we soon found ourselves in the midst of the Saturday Otavalo market. Full of local crafts, raw chickens, entire cooked pigs and about anything you could imagine. We wandered around the vibrant market doing a bit of shopping and a lot of looking around. After a fun morning of exploring the market we traveled to the Cayambe hut making it most of the way on wheels before finishing up the approach on foot. Here at the hut we celebrated Brad's birthday and turned in to get some rest before our training day tomorrow. A fun day for sure and great to get to the base of our first big climb. RMI Guide Jake Beren

Machu Picchu: Wedel & Team Get an Early Start on the Salkantay Trail

August 20, 2024

Posted by: Jess Wedel

Categories: Expedition Dispatches Machu Picchu

Elevation: 14,432'

Hi! Hello!

After early (too early, some may say) alarms, we loaded our bags on the van and left the comforts of Cusco behind. We drove on winding mountain roads as the sun came up behind us and after nearly four hours, we made it to Sorayampampa. We met our Peruvian guides - Carlos & Elbin, as well as our chef, cooks and the mule wranglers. The team that makes it possible for us to have this experience!

After getting everything packed up, we officially started on the Salkantay trail. Up the valley we went, with the 20,000+ foot Salkantay peak towering above us.It feels so good to finally be on the trail - we just finished a delicious dinner and even though it’s 7:30pm, we’re all tucked in our tents and sleeping bags.

It’s the highest and coldest place we’ll sleep on this whole trip but everyone is doing great.

RMI Guide Jess Wedel and the Salkantay team

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Mt. Rainier: Four Day Climb on Top!

August 6, 2024

Posted by: Steve Gately, George Hedreen, Robert Whyte

Categories: Expedition Dispatches Mount Rainier

Elevation: 14,410'

The Four Day Climb August 3 - 6 led by RMI Guides Steve Gately, George Hedreen and Robert Whyte reached the summit of Mt. Rainier at 5:30 am PT today. The team enjoyed some time in the crater before starting their descent. They are currenly making their way back to Camp Muir. After a short break, they will pack up and continue another 4.5 miles to Paradise. Their program concludes today with a celebration at Rainier BaseCamp.

Congratulations to today's climbers!

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