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Greetings from the Khumbu Valley!
All is well here at 14,000ft and the team is doing great.
Today was a planned rest day to help our bodies adjust to the ever thinning air up here. And that’s what we mostly did. We split into two groups with one exploring around camp and seeing what yaks do when they’re not carrying loads on their backs, and the other went off in search of Yeti’s. Which took us up a nearby hill and just over 16,000ft. Unfortunately we didn’t see any yetis, but we did have some amazing views of the Valley and could see Cho Oyu, and Makalu (both 8000m peaks) in the far off distance.
The remaining part of the day was spent reading, writing, and napping in the warmth of the sun room of our tea house.
RMI Guide Casey Grom and the Base Camp crew!
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Everest Base Camp Trek, March 9, 2025
Posted by: Mike Walter, Nikki Champion, Ben Luedtke
Categories: Expedition Dispatches Alaska Mt. McKinley
Elevation: 14,200'
Wednesday, July 7, 2021 - 3:24 pm PT
The winds are calm and it's snowing lightly at Denali 14K Camp. Our plan is to pack up camp this afternoon and journey down into the thicker clouds, hopefully making it to Basecamp sometime in the middle of the night. We're not overly optimistic that we'll be able to fly tomorrow...the pilots at K2 Aviation tell us that this weather is supposed to stick around until Saturday. If all goes well we'll at least be in position to fly off the glacier if a clearing presents itself.
We'll let you know how it goes.
Posted by: Jake Beren, Josh Maggard, Leon Davis
Categories: Expedition Dispatches Mt. McKinley
Elevation: 11,200'
On The Map
Thinking of Galen and the rest of the team and hoping that Windy Corner is not too windy for your ascent, and that the weather lets you enjoy the mountain at each step along the way. Stay strong and safe. Kathleen and Bill, Arlington, VA
Posted by: Kathleen and Bill on 6/12/2013 at 6:59 pm
James and Others:
It sounds like “Miss McKinley” is making sure you appreciate what you have courageous chosen to pursue (and in due time achieve). Knowing you ... you are enjoying the challenge even more ... while becoming even more aware of your unique adventurous drive, persistence, and stamina! Please help each other stay patient, optimistic and (most importantly) safe. Best of success as you all continue to ascent!
Fred
Posted by: Fred Klingbeil on 6/12/2013 at 12:23 pm
Leif Whittaker at Camp 2
Posted by: Casey Grom, Nikki Champion
Categories: Expedition Dispatches Mount Rainier
Elevation: 14,410'
The Mt. Rainier Four Day Climb led by RMI Guides Casey Grom and Nikki Champion stood on top of Mt. Rainier this morning! The teams reported clear skies and light winds on the summit. They are currently on their descent to Camp Muir, where they will pack-up and refuel. We look forward to seeing them at Rainier BaseCamp later this afternoon.
Way to go, climbers!
Way to go, Casey, Nikki, and team! Congrats!
Posted by: Lee Hoedl on 7/30/2023 at 10:37 am
Posted by: Mike Haugen, Pepper Dee, Gloria Roe
Categories: Expedition Dispatches Mt. McKinley
Elevation: 17,200'
On The Map
Congratulations Mike and team for a successful summit!!! It must feet amazing! Glad you made it back safely to High Camp. Praying for a continued safe trip down and some much needed rest! God Bless.
Posted by: Vicki Brown on 7/1/2017 at 6:01 am
my heart is beating for you all. Glo’s mom
Posted by: michelle on 6/30/2017 at 10:18 pm
Posted by: Pete Van Deventer, Geoff Schellens, Robby Young
Categories: Expedition Dispatches Mt. McKinley
Elevation: 7,300'
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Buenas Guapo!
Looking forward to hearing how things went today.
The pictures are beautiful; so glad the sun is shining for your team.
We are thinking of you.
The Pets are all fine!
XO Guapa
Posted by: marion on 6/22/2013 at 7:09 pm
We’re eagerly awaiting more news about the climb. Michael, we’re thinking of you.
Mom & Dad
Posted by: Sara Doherty on 6/22/2013 at 4:36 pm
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Categories: Expedition Dispatches Kilimanjaro
Brad,
Looking forward to you getting back and hearing about your adventure.
Your friends at Modern.
Posted by: Dave Brown on 7/8/2021 at 11:14 am
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