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Posted by: Jack Delaney, Mike Bennett
Categories: Expedition Dispatches Alaska Seminar
Elevation: 4,500'
Saturday, May 6, 2023 - 10:07 pm PT
The team awoke to find a cloud formation had snuck into the valley during the night, leaving wet, overcast, and flurry like conditions. We gathered for coffee and some morning pancakes, then retreated to our tents to read and watch movies for the afternoon while we waited out the weather. The sky slowly broke and the precip let up enough for the team to work some skills training into the afternoon. We knocked out a quick refresher on arrest techniques and then a comprehensive crevasse rescue. The team took to it quick, running some drills around camp and dialing in their systems. We wrapped up the day with a nice dinner and some relaxing talk. Morale remains high and the team is stoked for the upcoming days of the expedition!
All the best,
RMI Guides Mike, Jack and the team.
Posted by: Hannah Smith, Ben Luedtke, Daniel May
Categories: Expedition Dispatches Aconcagua
Elevation: 22,838'
What a day!
The team topped out on the tallest peak outside the Himalayas at 1pm this afternoon.
We stood tall and proud at 22,838'.
While not a technical climb, this climb still requires grit and to give it all you have - mentally and physically. The team did amazing! We are all safely back at our tents with bellies full of Ramen and letting our feet air out from a long day of walking.
Tomorrow, we begin our long descent back to Basecamp. There will be tired legs, feet, and backs but there is a huge incentive to get down: bathrooms, showers, pizza, beer, and wine. All of which each member deserves.
We would like to thank all that asked for good weather for us today, because by golly, it was a gorgeous day.
Now it's time to suck in what little oxygen there is here and rest up for tomorrow.
Well done team,
Woohoo!! Congratulations to you all!!
Nick’s Mom
Posted by: Sarah Read on 1/24/2023 at 5:25 pm
Glad to hear the team is doing well and the weather is ideal. We’re praying for a safe journey to the top for everyone. We love you, dad!
From Lillian, “Pops, keep on climbing!”
Well, You heard the tiny little tyrant, I mean, lady, get moving ;)!
Love and God Bless,
Chris, Bo, Lillian and Carl
Posted by: Chris Bo Lillian Carl on 1/24/2023 at 1:56 pm
Posted by: Elias de Andres Martos, JT Schmitt
Categories: Expedition Dispatches Huascaran
Elevation: 12,800'
Sounds like everything is going great. Nice job! Love following the blog!
JT, did you get a hold of Brad?
Posted by: Ellen Smith Eaton on 7/11/2019 at 3:34 pm
On The Map
Got your message this am. What a way to celbrate mary Frances birthday. Showed her the message. They say going down is the hardest but know you can do it. Sounds like you have had great weather. Love Mom
Posted by: cornelia miller on 8/11/2013 at 8:08 am
finally figured out the map and the pink dot. Sounds like a great hike. When do you reach snow? Got Mary Ann’s e-mail Thanks Love Mom
Posted by: cornelia miller on 8/10/2013 at 9:33 am
On The Map
Posted by: Pete Van Deventer, Tatum Whatford, Henry Coppolillo
Categories: Expedition Dispatches Mt. McKinley
Elevation: 20,310'
RMI Guide Pete Van Deventer checked in from the summit of Denali at 5:50 pm PT on Monday, May 29th. The team returned to their high camp at 17,000' around 1 am PT.
Congratulations to the May 9th Denali Expedition!
Brian….So proud of you and your team! You did it!! It will be so much fun to hear all about it. Be safe!
Posted by: Marilyn Goltry on 5/30/2023 at 6:21 pm
Amazing!!!
Now please come back safely!
Posted by: Lyds on 5/30/2023 at 3:08 pm
Posted by: JT Schmitt, Alan Davis, Kiira Antenucci
Categories: Expedition Dispatches Alaska Mt. McKinley
Elevation: 14,200'
Sunday, June 13, 2021 - 3:34 pm PT
Today we enjoyed a full rest day at Denali 14K Camp. Everyone is feeling nice and dried out and rested. The weather is gorgeous and is supposedly going to be nice for us to carry above the fixed lines tomorrow!
Stay tuned,
RMI Guides JT Schmitt, Alan Davis, Kiira Antenucci and the RMI team
We are sending positive thoughts to everyone for a successful climb to the summit! Stay safe, strong and positive!
Posted by: Barb n John The Parents on 6/15/2021 at 8:52 pm
Great progress! The scene looks simply amazing. Be honest, how much “up your gas” have you taken so far? :) Good luck and be safe.
-Powder Hound
Posted by: Greg on 6/15/2021 at 2:43 am
Good luck on an amazing summit!!!
Posted by: Ally on 7/14/2019 at 3:31 pm
I don’t recognize what country you’re all in. But, best wishes to y’all for a safe summit and descent. Step safe!
Posted by: Susan Moore on 7/14/2019 at 12:51 pm
Posted by: JJ Justman, Mike King, Steve Gately
Categories: Expedition Dispatches Aconcagua
Elevation: 13,800'
On The Map
Well done, dad (Lew Smith)! Get some good rest and prepare for the next stage. We love you!
Kyle
Posted by: Kyle A. Smith on 1/23/2014 at 8:53 am
Bissell, I am enjoying the blog and wish you the BEST!!!!! Keep healthy and safe travels, buen camino.
Posted by: Leslie on 1/20/2014 at 5:14 pm
Steve B and Brian S,
CONGRATULATIONS to you both!!! I knew you could do it! The Summit picture is awesome! :-)
Now trek down the mountain just as safely and come back to us.
XO
Posted by: Maggi on 8/26/2013 at 6:57 am
Dear Chris and Jessie…We’re anxiously awaiting news about your reaching the summit!!! Love Dad (papa) & Mama J
Posted by: joan & dad on 8/25/2013 at 6:21 am
Hi team!
Crummy weather day. But, great for relaxing, reading, and working on skills. Hoping you have an exciting and adventurous day tomorrow. Party on!
Susan
Posted by: Susan on 5/7/2023 at 10:46 pm
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