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Seth Waterfall calls in from the Roof of Africa, Kilimanjaro.
On The Map
Posted by: Casey Grom
Categories: Expedition Dispatches Kilimanjaro
What an amazing adventure. Take lots of pictures. Love & hugs to the Mountains.
Posted by: Juli on 9/27/2012 at 6:02 am
Posted by: Dominic Cifelli, Seth Burns, Daniel May
Categories: Expedition Dispatches Mt. McKinley
Elevation: 7,300'
Wednesday, July 5, 2023 - 12:55 am PT
The team woke up to snow and wind distorting the shapes of the tents we call home for the last 21 days. We hit snooze and hoped for the best. While I wouldn’t say the best ever came the allure of Roestis, showers, and beds pulled us out of our sleeping bags and into the fray. From 11,000 ft to the base of Ski Hill was a near total whiteout. We persevered through the wind, moisture, and visibility to reach basecamp at about 6pm, but conditions didn’t allow planes to come and land. We’re hopeful that tomorrow we’ll be back in civilization.
RMI Guide Dominic Cifelli
Yay! Mission almost accomplished! Such an amazing group you are
Posted by: Kim on 7/5/2023 at 8:53 am
Namaste Everyone
The team woke to beautifully clear skies and views of Everest right out our dining room window. Apparently the Puja we had yesterday helped!
We’ve settled into our daily routine of getting up and packing our duffel bags before meeting in the dining room for breakfast and plenty of Starbucks, thanks to RMI sending it with us. After breakfast we step outside to get a better sense of the temperature before adjusting our layers for the hike. Once on the trail we do our best to maintain a steady pace, with stops every hour or so to stay hydrated and take in the views. There’s plenty of other hikers and yak trains headed in both directions to negotiate as well.
Today we hiked for a little over six hours including breaks and a light lunch to get to our next tea house in Pheriche, which sits at about 14,000'.
Everyone did great and enjoyed the stunning views of Ama Dablam, one of the most iconic peaks along the route to Base Camp.
RMI Guide Casey Grom and the Base Camp crew
i climbed with the Whitakers on Rainier in 1969 and 1970. I am truly envious of your Everest climb.
Be safe. Bill Bussey
Posted by: Bill Bussey on 3/21/2023 at 6:13 am
i climbed with the Whittakers on Rainier in 1969 and 1970.
Posted by: Bill Bussey on 3/21/2023 at 6:12 am
The team had an early start to the day, leaving Mexico City and driving to our acclimatization hike.
We began our ascent at 10,000 feet, weaving our way through the forest until we were greeted with a view of the snowy North face of La Malinche. Despite the snow up high, it was a beautiful and warm day to stretch our legs.
Our team had a successful summit of La Malinche (14,640 feet) that was made perfect by views of Ixta, Orizaba and even an erupting Popo.
Spirits are high as we prepare for Ixta in the coming days!
-RMI Guide Abby Westling and Team
Looks amazing
Posted by: Nancy Elser on 1/16/2023 at 9:08 am
Posted by: JT Schmitt, Alan Davis, Kiira Antenucci
Categories: Expedition Dispatches Alaska Mt. McKinley
Elevation: 14,200'
Saturday, June 12. 2021 - 7:51 pm PT
Today we back carried to our cache at 13,500, which was a great way to get a little exercise. We now have all of our supplies up with us at 14 camp and are ready for a full rest day tomorrow!
The weather is beautiful, hot and sunny during the day, albeit quite cold at night. We truly are in the land of extremes. Our camp looks dialed and clean, our team is working as a well-oiled machine.
All the best from 14 camp and hope everyone is well!
RMI Guide JT Schmitt and the RMI Team
So enjoying watching your trek from afar. Would take a bit of that coolness - quite hot and humid here in MO.
Posted by: Melody Reardon on 6/13/2021 at 9:01 am
Posted by: Ben Liken
Categories: Expedition Dispatches Aconcagua
CONGRATULATIONS to all on quite an accomplishment! Can’t wait to hear all about it. Proud of you Stefan!
Posted by: Gail on 1/13/2014 at 9:21 am
Good Job, Stef. wer’e rooting for you. I’m going to have all your fav foods waiting for you when you get home!
Posted by: gail on 1/10/2014 at 4:22 pm
On The Map
Fatima and Pete..You are heading to Summit day. Savor every moment….Say HI to Casey. Deb
Posted by: Debbi on 9/8/2013 at 4:41 am
You’re doing a Wicked Good Job!!!
Posted by: John Ehntholt on 9/8/2013 at 4:14 am
Posted by: Casey Grom, Eric Frank
Categories: Expedition Dispatches Mount Rainier
Elevation: 14,410'
Great job dad! I can’t wait to hear all about your adventure.
Posted by: Craig on 7/1/2013 at 2:58 am
Spectacular, Kevin and Terry! So happy for you:-).
Posted by: Jahn Hart on 6/30/2013 at 12:15 pm
How exciting for you all. It must have been breath taking. Hope you got some pictures Mark. Much love Mom
Posted by: Cornelia Miller on 8/13/2013 at 8:55 pm
Awesome! You made it. Hope you got some pictures from the top, and at sunrise—how special. MA
Posted by: Mary Ann on 8/12/2013 at 10:11 pm
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