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Mt. McKinley: Jones & Team Carry to 10,000’

June 1, 2013

Posted by: Tyler Jones

Categories: Expedition Dispatches Mt. McKinley

Elevation: 7,800'

Saturday, June 1, 2013 This morning we got up at 4 am as planned to carry our first load of luggage up towards 11,000'. Breakfast was a quick affair of granola cereal and bars, and by 5:30 the team was underway. Our slow, steady pace helped us gain elevation, while the moderate breeze blowing down the glacier kept anyone from overheating. The peaks of the Alaska range glowed at the tops as the sun crept higher in the east, lighting the summit ridges of Mt. Crosson and Kahiltna Dome. Looking back down the main Kahiltna Glacier at our breaks, we were treated to a morning view few people get to enjoy: snow, ice and rock in every direction, sculpted by nature into a cathedral worthy of reverence. All too soon we arrived at our cache location, but we enjoyed the acclimatization benefits of working a little bit at 10,000'. The crew all worked well and within minutes we had safely buried all our gear and turned back towards our warm tents at 7,800'. The pace was quicker as we dropped back down, and we were soon dropping our packs and crawling back into our tents to avoid the ruthless solar radiation. The team is now focused on rest and rehydration, preparing for our move to camp at 11,000' tomorrow. We'll keep you posted as we continue to climb higher, stay tuned! RMI Guides Tyler, Garrett and the Crew

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Outstanding work everyone! looking forward to the updates, and tell Fallout we said hello from Denver.

Posted by: stump on 6/2/2013 at 2:09 pm

A special Hi to Lori. Greeting to the rest of the team. Thanks for these updates. Mom

Posted by: Fern Hansen on 6/2/2013 at 12:06 pm

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Ecuador Volcanoes: Beren & Team Ready for Cotopaxi Summit Bid

February 17, 2013

Posted by: Jake Beren, Ben Liken

Categories: Expedition Dispatches Ecuador

Elevation: 16,000'

Hello, this is Jake Beren in Ecuador calling in for the RMI team down here. We had a fantastic day yesterday just resting and recouping after a pretty big week so far here in Ecuador. And this morning we're going to head up to the hut on Cotopaxi. And with any luck, tonight we will be making our bid for the summit. So wish us luck and keep sending those good weather vibes down here and I will check in tomorrow. RMI Guide Jake Beren

Jake Beren checks in from Cotopaxi's High Hut.

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Best of luck and may the gods and goddesses of good weather smile upon you!

Posted by: Christina Doren on 2/17/2013 at 7:04 pm

Anxious to hear how every thing went
Love, Mom and Dad

Posted by: Dianne and George on 2/17/2013 at 4:58 pm

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Aconcagua: JJ & Team at Casa de Piedra

January 6, 2013

Posted by: JJ Justman, Geoff Schellens

Categories: Expedition Dispatches Aconcagua

Elevation: 11,200'

We are cooking with gas now...and fire! Team 3 is at 11000 feet at Casa de Piedra. We had a beautiful day trekking in the warm sun surrounded by the high Andes mountains. Now, the dining table is up, the chickens are on the grill, the homemade pesto is sautéing, and the angel hair pasta is cooking. Everyone is doing fantastic and our motto is "a well fed climber is a strong climber". So we are going to sit down to a nice meal and get ready for our final day of trekking into Aconcagua base camp. RMI Guide JJ Justman

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Hope you are still warm.

Posted by: paula hall on 1/7/2013 at 9:07 am

Jeffrey Hall: what is going on with your tracker?? no 10 min ping?????

Posted by: Paula Hall on 1/6/2013 at 8:40 pm

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Denali Expedition: King & Team Take Weather Day at 14,000 Camp

June 8, 2021

Posted by: Mike King, Alex Halliday, Abby Westling

Categories: Expedition Dispatches Mt. McKinley

Elevation: 14,000'

Tuesday, June 8, 2021 - 2:52 pm PT

The weather front that was forecasted finally arrived in camp last night. While the winds and snow were light the weather above 14,000' Camp looked foreboding. We are planning on a move to 17,000' camp on Thursday unless the weather breaks in the morning. With the last push up in sight the team is busy playing cards, engaged in spirited debates on various issues and enjoying walking around camp meeting other climbers.

Mike Fortier would like to wish his wife a happy birthday!

RMI Guide Mike King

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Hoping for clear weather, and continued high vibes for the crew! So stinking proud of y’all. Love you, so big, Abby!

-Rae

Posted by: Rae on 6/9/2021 at 7:00 am

Sabom, 94 degrees and 91% humidity in SoTex. The Mosquitos in the OP are healthy and active. Cars are selling like candy bars. Steady as she goes, my friend! See you soon!
TS

Posted by: Thomas Stephens on 6/9/2021 at 5:37 am

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Denali Expedition: Schmitt & Team Back Carry to 11K Camp

June 8, 2021

Posted by: JT Schmitt, Alan Davis, Kiira Antenucci

Categories: Expedition Dispatches Alaska Mt. McKinley

Elevation: 11,200'

Tuesday, June 8, 2021 - 1:54 am PT

We’ve been working quite hard to do our due diligence to get all moved to Denali's 11K camp before the forecasted storm moved in. And today we did just that. As we were returning from our cache at 9,800' the storm hit in full force, but that was no issue for us as we had a fortified camp built and now have all our supplies with us at 11K camp.

We are currently hunkered in our tents listening to the wind blow and the snow pile up. We are all eagerly anticipating a much deserved rest day tomorrow.

RMI Guide JT Schmitt and the RMI team

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Pulling for all of you to get where you need to be! And remember, the sooner you fall behind, the more time you’ll have to catch up! (Sorry, stupid parent joke) Jack, just pretend you don’t know us.

Posted by: Barb and John The Parents on 6/10/2021 at 6:49 pm

Watching your progress and hoping for good weather and safe travels!
M

Posted by: Ellen on 6/10/2021 at 6:14 pm

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Mt. McKinley: Okita and team Fly onto Glacier

May 23, 2014

Posted by: Brent Okita, Leah Fisher, Nick Hunt

Categories: Expedition Dispatches Mount Rainier

Elevation: 7,800'

May 22, 2014 - 11:00 pm PT Our day started great. Breakfast at the Roadhouse again and an early departure from Talkeetna, courtesy of the best air service in town: K2 Aviation. The first hint that conditions were not warm and pleasant came when we landed on some pretty hard snow. Then getting out of the plane we were hit by a chilly wind. But, everyone was excited to be on the mountain and we just put on a few more layers. Our climb to camp went well, though we were challenged the whole day by that irritating and cold breeze. But that sure didn't slow the team down any. Everyone really did well on this ordinarily difficult day with the heavy loads we were sporting. A quick dinner in bed and the team is now resting comfortably in their tents, getting ready for tomorrow and Ski Hill. Thanks to the tireless efforts of Leah and Nick who have been making sure that were all fed and ready for tomorrow. Wish us calm winds and more pleasant travels tomorrow. Goodnight from 7,800' Camp on the Kahiltna Glacier. RMI Guides Brent, Leah, Nick and the whole Team

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hi Dean and team ..
Seems like your nearing the goal we wish you good weather and soft winds to push you to the top mate .. Proud of you .. Be safe .. See when you get back .. We are keeping a close eye on ya ..
Martin and Karen and the boys .. Xx

Posted by: Martin & Karen on 6/1/2014 at 6:38 am

Dan -

Be safe and good luck!! Keep your eyes open for my very good friend Bob Lowery also on Denali with RMI!

- Will Reed

Posted by: Will Reed on 5/30/2014 at 12:43 pm

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Everest Base Camp Trek & Island Peak Climb: Grom & Team Summit Island Peak

April 4, 2014

Posted by: Casey Grom

Categories: Expedition Dispatches Everest BC Trek

Elevation: 20,300'

Hello everybody, this is Casey Grom checking in again from the Mount Everest Base Camp Trek and Island Peak Climb. We are all currently safely back at base camp here on Island Peak after a successful but long, hard day. It was a pretty tough night. We actually had quite a bit of snow overnight, which made the trail difficult but fine and pretty slick so it was hard going for most folks for the first few hours. Luckily the wind died down and we were able to get three of our climbers to the top of Island Peak. The other three- a couple of them climbed, one stayed in camp to be moral support. The other two, I think they realized it was a little too much for them. It was a big day. It took about eight hours for the team to reach the summit after almost going non-stop with just a few breaks. We are all back at camp, everyone's happy and doing well. We just packed up and we're going to drop down to Chukung... (transmission lost) RMI Guide Casey Grom

RMI Guide Casey Grom checking in after Island Peak climb.

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Thanks for posting wonderful content. Keep posting such types of blogs.

Posted by: John Andrew on 10/26/2023 at 3:19 am

Congratulations, everybody!

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Mt. Everest: Dave Hahn and Team Rest Day in Namche Bazaar

March 29, 2014

Posted by: Dave Hahn, Billy Nugent, JJ Justman

Categories: Expedition Dispatches Everest

Elevation: 11,200'

This was our easy day in Namche. No big hikes, no packing, no training... this one was for resting, for catching up on personal business and for exploring the Sherpa capital at one's leisure. Above this point in the trek/climb, we won't have such ease of communication and certainly not the opportunity to shop for good climbing gear. There was some important business to attend to though as Chhering Dorje, Lam Babu and I went to the Sagarmatha Pollution Control Committee office to review procedures and policies for getting garbage down the mountain. We signed our sincere intention to play by the rules. Some of the team traveled several hundred feet up in altitude to the Namche suburbs in order to visit the fine Sherpa Culture Museum with its fascinating Everest history exhibit. Some went for massages and cheeseburgers downtown. As the gang assembled for dinner in the early evening, we were pleased to find that Apa Sherpa was sharing our Tea House for the night. Apa, the all-time leader in Everest summits -with 21- is bringing a trek in to explore the Khumbu. All of the RMI climbers and guides are healthy and well-rested. Tomorrow we'll hit the trail and go higher once again. Best Regards, RMI Guide Dave Hahn & Team

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Nicole, greetings from beautiful NJ.(Im lying weather sucks) I am very proud of what you have done so far and you are about to do. we all miss you and love you. be careful and safe. Take pictures when you can

See you soon
Elpidio

Posted by: Elpidio Cruz on 3/31/2014 at 6:07 am

Faitma, I know you’re enjoying all that hiking and beautiful scenery. Looks spectacular. You and the team are so lucky! Wish I was there with you all.
Peter

Posted by: Peter Williamson on 3/31/2014 at 3:42 am

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Vinson: Team #2 Readies in Punta Arenas, Chile

December 15, 2012

Posted by: Dave Hahn

Categories: Expedition Dispatches Vinson Massif

Our second Vinson trip of the season has officially started. After some fairly long flights and a few delays, we all arrived in Punta Arenas yesterday. Fortunately all our gear has also arrived. With all the excitement of a new adventure starting and the fact that it does not get dark here until almost 11:00 pm, it was well after midnight before we decided to call it a day. Since there was not a whole lot on the agenda today, we took full advantage of this by sleeping in and having a late breakfast. We finished up the last of our equipment needs by checking out a few of the local gear shops and a stop at the grocery store to buy some additional snack food. At the same time we able to explore a little bit of this neat little town. With our bags more or less packed up, we headed out for a nice dinner at La Marmita. The food is incredible here and it is no wonder why it sits at the top of the restaurant list for Punta Arenas. Tomorrow we will have our briefing with ALE (Antarctic Logistics and Expeditions), to go over the details of our flight to Vinson and the rules of climbing in such a remote and pristine environment. Will check-in tomorrow. All the best, RMI Guide Jeff Martin

Cotopaxi Express: Nugent & Team Update

July 6, 2012

Posted by: Billy Nugent

Categories: Expedition Dispatches Ecuador

The team made great time descending in near perfect snow conditions and watched the weather close in after summiting in what had been the most pleasant weather I have seen on the mountain. We lost one teammate before our summit attempt due to illness but everybody else's summit success is indebted to his superhuman cloud-bending abilities. After bailing out of the Refugio we hustled down to the van where Victor was waiting to whisk us away to Hosteria La Cienega. Cienega was apparently built sometime in the 1700's but for us it simply means a warm bed in a beautiful historic hotel with delicious meals. As far as mountaineering goes the Jose Ribas Hut is luxury but now that we are off the hill the team is really enjoying true luxury. After a fat meal, most of the gang has hit the hay trying to recuperate for a BIG celebratory dinner with the entire team tomorrow night in Quito. Buenos nachos, RMI Guide Billy Nugent

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