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The Fellowship of Climbers, bound by their quest to conquer Mount Doom (i.e. Aconcagua), set forth from Camp 1. Sauron (i.e. Ben), the dark lord of the mountain, led the way, his all-seeing eye detecting all possible overhead hazard.
Gollum (i.e. Yev) crept alongside, whispering "precious summit, we wants it, we needs it." Hannah, Jim, and Nick followed, their hearts steeled for the trials ahead.
As they ascended, the winds howled and the scree tumbled. Yet the Fellowship pressed on, driven by their quest to reach the unattainable summit of Mount Doom. At last, they reached Camp 2, weary but undaunted. The vastness of the mountain loomed ahead, but they stood ready to face its windy challenges."
RMI Climber James Loudin
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Aconcagua Expedition January 31, 2025
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Chris and Bill - You guys are truly inspirational. Be safe and watch out for those crevasses (and the crevices).
Your ERPi Family
Posted by: Greg on 7/9/2019 at 4:32 am
Praying for good weather and safe climbing.
Posted by: Chris on 7/7/2019 at 11:44 am
Posted by: Adam Knoff, JJ Justman
Categories: Expedition Dispatches Mount Rainier
Elevation: 11,500'
Awesome! HIGH FIVE, FRANK AND TIM!! I cannot wait to hear all of the stories. You guys look great out there. XOXOXOXO Jenna
Posted by: Jenna on 2/8/2013 at 12:37 pm
WOOOOHOOOO!!! Rock on guys!! **Dan- I can’t wait to see you again, I missed you so much! Hope you got some majestic pictures ready for me; I got beer ready for you <3 Stay safe out there.
Posted by: Roz on 2/7/2013 at 9:29 pm
On The Map
nice pic.
Posted by: michelle on 12/19/2012 at 9:30 pm
JJ, congratulations to you and your team. Perhaps the Cascades Winter is finally loosening her hold on the great one. Safe descent to all.
Posted by: Everett Moran on 6/18/2012 at 8:24 am
Nigel , I hope you had a great time.
Safe trip home.
Posted by: Pete Bowes on 6/18/2012 at 4:35 am
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.
Posted by: Rollie on 3/6/2011 at 5:50 pm
Posted by: Mike King, Dominic Cifelli, Jack Delaney
Categories: Expedition Dispatches Aconcagua
Elevation: 13,800'
We got a nice wake up call from the park helicopter flying in cool and calm air. Sun hits the tents around 7:30. Our team was anxiously awaiting coffee & breakfast, which is a good sign that they are acclimating well, good appetites are what the guides want to see.
Some took naps, showers and did crosswords. The Grajales team here at Plaza Argentina has been incredibly helpful and supportive. The blue skies with scattered clouds continue to dominate the horizon, new snow from earlier in the week is melting and the warm tents make for some excellent downtime.
We will head out for a walk towards the base of Ibanez in the broad and flat drainage that once held a massive glacier. Tomorrow we’ll move to Camp 1 and begin our 8-10 days up high. Fingers crossed for clear skie when we want to move and snow when we have rest days. High camp has been dry so the possibility of carrying water to 19,600’ for 13 people weighs heavy on the guides….especially their lumbago, pun intended.
Thanks for following along.
So excited to have this blog to follow your journey Alex! Uncle and I read it every morning. Lifting you all up in prayer. Can’t wait to hear all about your adventure in February! Much Love!
Posted by: Kim Peltier on 1/5/2023 at 9:13 am
It sounds amazing and it must be incredibly beautiful. Take it all in for the rest of us….
Thanks again for updates….
Posted by: Dee on 1/4/2023 at 3:39 pm
Posted by: Taylor Bickford, Henry Coppolillo, Stephen Inman
Categories: Expedition Dispatches North Cascades
Elevation: 10,781'
The Mt. Baker Coleman-Deming Climb team June 21 - 23 reached the summit of Mt. Baker this morning around 7:30 am. RMI Guide Henry Coppolillo checked in to let us know the team has returned to camp and will pack up their tents and gear and continue their descent to the trail head, completing their program later this afternoon.
Congratulations to all the climbers!
Woohoo, it was a great day on the mountain! Plenty of sun and clear views - thanks team!
Posted by: Matt Byrne on 6/24/2021 at 2:46 pm
Congratulations to everyone on reaching the summit!
Posted by: Tracey Inman on 6/24/2021 at 12:49 am
Posted by: Casey Grom, Elias de Andres Martos, Bridget Belliveau
Categories: Expedition Dispatches Mount Rainier
Elevation: 14,410'
Very proud and excited for all of the members of the Team, but specially for my cousin Niño Frontera. Love you very much ❤ the kids are in wow!!!
Bucket list ✔.
Posted by: Celeste Gomez-Biamon on 5/24/2014 at 6:21 pm
congrats to nino & the team.!Enjoy the moment!
Posted by: herminio frontera on 5/24/2014 at 7:05 am
Posted by: Dave Hahn, JJ Justman, Billy Nugent
Categories: Expedition Dispatches Everest
Elevation: 17,575'
RMI Guide Dave Hahn calls in from Everest Base Camp.
Spencer,
I miss you brother. I hope all is going well and you are safe and healthy. My beard is still growing strong and thick. Hurry back so I can shave it already! Have a great trip and every step counts! Can’t wait to see you and hear all about it.
Posted by: Danny on 4/9/2014 at 8:51 am
Nicole!!!! I miss you so much BUT I am so happy you are living out your dream and doing so well w the team!! Wednesdays are not the same without you! Xoxo thinking of you gf!!! Keep up the good work!!
Nicole
Posted by: Nicole on 4/8/2014 at 6:08 pm
The pics keep getting better and better! The only thing more awesome would be live video! When you all get to the summit keep an eye out for low flying 757’s.
John B. In Rhode Island USA.
Posted by: John Buckett on 2/12/2025 at 6:29 am
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