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Posted by: Dave Hahn, Dominic Cifelli, Matt McEttrick
Categories: Expedition Dispatches Mt. McKinley
Elevation: 14,000'
Sunday, July 4, 2021 - 9:47 pm PT
Our team took a holiday today! We slept in and breakfasted slowly as the sun washed over camp at 9:30AM. As predicted, conditions at 14,000 were calm today while winds appeared to work over the summit. We enjoyed our rest but it was a bit of a tough day for morale. A number of the remaining teams on the mountain are in the process of quitting and going down without the summit. The forecasts are calling for a progression of storms to roll through in the coming week. We’re hoping the forecasts are wrong… but clouds are building up again this evening. It was already going to be tough to see the fireworks with twentyfour hour daylight.
Happy Independence Day from the highest mountain in the land.
Best Regards,
Posted by: Pete Van Deventer, Elias de Andres Martos
Categories: Expedition Dispatches Mount Rainier
Elevation: 14,410'
On The Map
Greetings from the chilly blizzard region of New Hampshire! Congratulations to all for reaching Base Camp! That’s excellent news and you all bring inspiration to those of us watching your adventure. Please pass on my “congrats” to Ken Young and a high-five! It’s dumping buckets of snow on us here in NH…hoping for clear weather on Aconcagua!
Posted by: Renee Ciulla on 2/8/2013 at 4:54 pm
On The Map
Congratulations Team El Futbol!
Gorgeous photos!
Dave..the SVA letter came.. all set!
Adios Amigos!
Posted by: Laura on 1/15/2013 at 6:49 am
Posted by: Mike King, Alex Halliday, Abby Westling
Categories: Expedition Dispatches Alaska Mt. McKinley
Elevation: 14,200'
Sunday, June 6, 2021 - 3:43 pm PT
We got an early start from Denali's 14K Camp. The route up to the fixed lines was in the cold shadow of the mountain. This let the team feel how cold their toes and fingers will be on summit day. We climbed up the fixed lines that allow us to access the West Buttress of Denali. The weather was clear and calm at the top. We got some pictures and decided to cache there and head back to camp instead of dealing with descending traffic later in the day. Another active rest day has us enjoying warm tents and sport eating to decrease the amount of food weight we down carry. We’ll likely rest tomorrow and see what the forecast says about a move and summit attempt mid-late week.
Please send our best to Rob. We are following along the trip and enjoying all the updates and pictures. What an amazing trip! We can’t wait to hear all about it when Rob gets home! Safe travels up- Manuel & Melissa
Posted by: Melissa Zuniga on 6/7/2021 at 8:30 am
I wish I was on your team Tom!!! Climb Strong Buddy!!! Take in every Incredible memory!!!
Farmer Dave
Posted by: Dave Kestel on 6/7/2021 at 2:33 am
Posted by: Seth Waterfall, Pete Van Deventer
Categories: Expedition Dispatches Elbrus Northside
Elevation: 11,200'
On The Map
James and team
Sure sounds dramatic over and up there! Very glad to hear everyone is safe. Looking foward to hearing the team continue ascendig as the weather permits. Be safe!
(Heading out now to mix with the Harley riders who have ridden into town to celebrate the company,s 110th year. Quite loud and exciting!)
Fred K
Posted by: Fred Klingbeil on 9/1/2013 at 5:09 am
Hi everyone & Doug
I’m sorry your weather has not cooperated.The forecast for 5000m & 5600m for Monday looks clear & sunny. I hope you can summit Monday.Stay safe & take pictures.
Lorraine
Posted by: Lorraine Quinn on 8/31/2013 at 10:43 pm
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!
Posted by: Dave Hahn
Categories: Expedition Dispatches Kilimanjaro
Our climbing team came together in the last couple of days. We got seven folks and their baggage through a bunch of airports and airlines all the way to Kilimanjaro International Airport. And as of yesterday, we had the team, plus one guide, all assembled at The Rivertrees Inn in Usa River, Tanzania. Today we got into the business of final preparations for the mountain. We talked through the program and our priorities on the climb. We went over schedules and logistics and expected difficulties. And then we did gear checks (which everybody passed with flying colors). And finally, after folks had gotten packed up, we did the all important weigh-in to be certain nobody would be overloaded on the mountain. The work done, we relaxed around a campfire and ate a fine dinner in the Rivertrees garden. Tomorrow we climb!
Best Regards
RMI Guide Dave Hahn
Whoohoo! Good luck to the team! #GeaxCindee&Amanda; you gals Rock! Have a wonderful adventure, we will be watching! Much love from NOLA! ❤️
Posted by: Allie, Frankie & Tillie on 8/26/2023 at 12:36 pm
Team Oregon, hope you had a great first day! We will be anxiously awaiting updates on your amazing journey. ~Rowen, Collin, Patty, Jan and Gordy
Posted by: Patty Lux on 8/22/2023 at 8:55 pm
Scott,
Congrats on another great climb! Your family is very proud of you and your accomplishment. Glad you are home safe and sound. love, m and fam
Posted by: Michelle Rico Wilsdon on 7/29/2013 at 11:51 am
Way to go pops! Looking forward to seeing pictures and hearing about the hike.
Posted by: Jon G. on 7/24/2013 at 10:02 am
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