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Mt. McKinley: Team Jones enjoying camp life at 11,200’

June 3, 2013

Posted by: Tyler Jones

Categories: Expedition Dispatches Mt. McKinley

Elevation: 11,200'

Monday, June 3, 2013 Today was a day of light work and much chilling. We were able to sleep in later than any other day so far, which is always a nice treat in the mountains. We did get some fresh snow overnight, so we spent the first few minutes of the day clearing off tents and backpacks. But by 9:30 we were all feasting on righteous breakfast quesadillas filled with fluffy eggs, crispy bacon, melted cheese and topped with hot sauce, which fueled the crew for our back-carry. We headed back down to our cache and retrieved all our gear, and began the grind back to camp. While the oblong sleds dragged a little in the new snow, we were still able to complete the trip quickly, and before 1 o'clock we were back in camp. Now we are enjoying all the delicious lunch food we had cached, gorging on tasty morsels. The team is currently resting and getting ready for a hard day of work tomorrow. We're planning to carry a load up to 14K' camp, and the stretch of mountain between here and there will be the most difficult terrain so far. While it may seem like mountain climbers have some strange fetish for being cold, smelly and sore, there is no substitute for the reward you feel at the end of hard day of climbing. We'll check back in tomorrow with an update, so until then keep sending positive energy and wishes for high pressure! RMI Guides Tyler, Garrett, and the Crew

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James and the team,
Greeting…glad to see everyone is making safe and steady climbing, having fresh snow overnight, and eating well. Stay strong and enjoy majestic views on the mountain covered with snow. Praying for safe journey. Can’t wait to see awesome pictures!

Posted by: Soonja Choo on 6/4/2013 at 5:02 pm

To James Choo -

Just learned that Walter Glover will be doing the Mt. Rainier 5-day Summit Climb, June 13-17.

-Larry Seaton

Posted by: Larry Seaton on 6/4/2013 at 2:29 pm

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Mexico Volcanoes: Waterfall & Team Summit Ixta!

February 13, 2013

Posted by: Seth Waterfall, Solveig Waterfall

Categories: Expedition Dispatches Mexico

Elevation: 17,340'

Hey guys this is Seth. We're all on top of Ixta! All seven climbers and three guides made it. Beautiful weather. Had a great day. Here's the big cheer. [Team cheers!] We'll give a shout when we're back down safe and sound at high camp. RMI Guide Seth Waterfall

Seth Waterfall calls from the Ixta summit!

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Wow you met your goal!!!you must be on top of the world. We are thrilled for you Ryan. You are truly amazing.
Praying for you and the team..
Love you,
Proud mom&dad;

Posted by: nancy mccalley on 2/13/2013 at 9:22 pm

Congratulations to the entire team and guides for your summiting. I’m especially proud of Brandon, and I know this has been an awesome experience for him.

Posted by: Brad Grooms on 2/13/2013 at 11:40 am

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Aconcagua: Justman & Team head back to Mendoza

December 19, 2012

Posted by: JJ Justman, Geoff Schellens

Categories: Expedition Dispatches Aconcagua

Hey this is JJ and Team One on Aconcagua, The weather is fouling up the satellite so I will make this quick. We have left Aconcagua Base Camp, and it was probably the worst day walking out of Base Camp I have ever had. Usually we are worried about sunburn, but today we have to be worried about windburn in a blinding blizzard snow storm. Something I have never seen before. It is definitely nice to be out of that weather and a little bit lower in the valley. The team is doing great and we’re real happy. We are actually having a great dinner of filet mignon with the cowboys that are carrying our stuff out via the mules. This will be our Final Dispatch of what was one incredible adventure, with the weather that is still not letting up is going to miserable for the next few days, so hopefully Mendoza will be a little sunnier, a little warmer, and a little more hospitable. The Team definitely deserves it! Thanks again everyone for following along, and definitely stay tuned because Geoff Schellens, Garrett Stevens, and I will be back at it with another Expedition her on Aconcagua. We hope the weather gods will be kinder to us. I can’t say enough great things about this team and the great experience we have had. No summit but that is the way the weather goes. That’s all for now from Argentina, Ciao! JJ Justman, Geoff Schellens, and Team

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Todd McClure- Todd, I am praying for your safety and that you have an amazing time. I can’t wait to hear stories in late January about the climb. One step at a time!!! Tim Dolan

Posted by: Tim Dolan on 1/2/2013 at 12:52 pm

This is a shout out for Todd McClure. Todd, thanks for the link and I hope you get this. I’ll be thinking about you and your effort and all you stand for and know that you’ve got what it takes. Drink lots of water and you should be fine. Altitude headaches are horrible, and hopefully you’ll acclimatize well. You’re big and strong and can carry a lot of weight which should help your team. I’m thinking the best for you and your group. What an adventure.

Posted by: Bart Blankenship on 12/29/2012 at 10:40 am

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WIN A CLIMB OF MT. RAINIER!

June 1, 2012

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Drawing will take place Oct. 10, 2013 and valid only for 2013 Summer Climbs. Prize includes cost of climb only and does not include any additional travel, lodging, equipment, or meal expenses incurred with the climb. Winner will be notified via email. One entry per person. To enter visit the RMI Facebook eNewsletter Page to sign up or visit RMI at one of the Seattle Sounders games during the dates mentioned above.

Everest Base Camp Trek & Lobuche Climb: Smith & Team Check Gear and Explore Kathmandu

March 21, 2023

Posted by: Hannah Smith, Abby Westling

Categories: Expedition Dispatches Everest BC Trek and Lobuche

Elevation: 4,383'

Good morning readers,

Today we awoke at various times. Some have escaped the wrath of the jetlag and some of us not so much. After a few cups of coffee we met for our team meeting where we went over our itinerary, important information and gear check for our time in the Khumbu. Afterwards we loaded a van and went on our city tour. We walked around the Boudhanath Stupa and learned out the Wheel of Life and the Mandala. Next we walked the many steps to the monkey temple and yes there were plenty of cute monkeys. But don't let their cuteness confuse you, they can be quite intimidating. After an afternoon walking around the sites, the team was ready for a quick rest before dinner. Tonight is our last night in Kathmandu. Tomorrow we wake before the sun to head to the airport to fly to Lukla. Please send all your positive, lucky vibes and keep us in your prayers, no matter the religion, for safe travels on our flight and for good weather.

Goodnight and sleep tight,

RMI Guides Hannah, Abby, and Team

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Sending you all positive vibes and well wishes for a great trip!

Posted by: Shannon Smith on 3/22/2023 at 9:39 am

Hannah, Half price, full snow cone!! Hope you all have a great time and amazing adventure.

Posted by: Josh Jones on 3/21/2023 at 8:33 pm

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Mt. Rainier: Expedition Skills Seminar - Emmons Summits!

July 20, 2021

Posted by: Alex Halliday

Categories: Expedition Dispatches Mount Rainier

Elevation: 14,410'

Tuesday, July 20, 2021 2:48 pm PT

We are back in camp with tired legs and full minds after a windy but successful summit bid. We will wrap up our training this afternoon and hike back to trailhead in the morning.

RMI Guide Alex Halliday & Team

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shinbangers triumphant return!!!! congrats all! cheers praveen and fam :)

Posted by: Corey on 7/22/2021 at 9:14 am

Team Alex - Congratulations!
Great job Captain Alex and definitely
Terrific Job everyone!!

Posted by: Tej Kabra on 7/20/2021 at 7:07 pm

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Mt. McKinley: Okita & Team Reach 14,200’ Camp

May 29, 2014

Posted by: Brent Okita, Leah Fisher, Nick Hunt

Categories: Expedition Dispatches Mt. McKinley

Elevation: 14,200'

May 28, 2014 - 10:33 pm PT Evaluating the weather at 6:20 this morning from the vestibule of our tent I saw a somewhat similar scene to what I saw yesterday. With one exception. A little lightness shining through the clouds to the north. Faint in the early morning light, but there it was. So with that small glimmer of hope that the weather might cooperate for us today, we set the wheels in motion. Stoves were fired up and the call to wake up made. Still uncertain if the weather would improve enough, we held off packing up the tents until last. But finally the clouds parted enough to give us the confidence to head to 14,200' camp. We could see the sun about 1,000' above the clouds we were in. Unfortunately, Mother Nature didn't want to make it too easy and threw some gusty winds our way on Squirrel Hill. It seemed like the weather might be changing, but everyone was climbing well so we persevered and by the time we got above that hill, things had mellowed out. Even Windy Corner wasn't too bad. We eventually made it to camp at 14,200' where the sun was out and it was warm and pleasant. To make things even nicer, we were greeted by the RMI group ahead of us who were camped there. Led by Pete Van Deventer, the whole team came out to lend us a hand getting camp set up. Everybody had great appetites at dinner, a good sign given that we had just moved 3,000' to our higher camp. It was a tired, but very happy team that put down bowl after bowl of Ramen tonight. We're all ecstatic to be here tonight, and I couldn't be prouder of how the team climbed today. Well, it's about time that I hit the sack as well. Goodnight! RMI Guides Brent, Leah and Nick

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Daniel and Team: Great job guys!!! We were hoping the weather would be on your side finally and it was. So proud of you all for making it to 14,200. Beautiful pics! Love you/ Mom & Rob

Posted by: Lena Akerman on 5/30/2014 at 5:16 am

Bon courage ! Nous vous souhaitons, Mathieu et moi de la belle temperature pour les jours a venir. Bonjour a Brent et Robby, nous lisons vos messages tous les jours.

Genevieve

Posted by: Genevieve on 5/29/2014 at 9:11 pm

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Mt. McKinley: Okita and Team Busy in Talkeetna

May 21, 2014

Posted by: Brent Okita, Leah Fisher, Nick Hunt

Categories: Expedition Dispatches Mt. McKinley

Elevation: 348'

May 21, 2014 - 7:12 pm PT The day before flying on to the mountain is always an incredibly full day. At breakfast we discuss our expedition goals, strategy, schedule and everything else under the sun. This is followed up by our orientation with Denali National Park. And then on to the hangar of our air service where we spend half the day making certain we have everything we need to survive the weeks on the mountain. The other half of the day is spent putting this incredible amount of gear and food in some semblance of order so that when we actually fly on to the glacier we can pick up and go. It's been a long day, but one well spent. Tomorrow we're all set for the flight on to the mountain. But tonight, a final dinner where we can relax with a burger and a beer. A well deserved treat after such a busy day, and one we'll be dreaming of in the not to distant future. RMI Guides Brent, Leah, and Nick

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Great pics of the team! We are so proud of you Daniel and we follow you and your team every step of the way - to the top!!! Go, go, go….We love you! Mom & Rob

Posted by: Lena Akerman on 5/23/2014 at 7:13 am

Way to go Steve Hart!! Good luck to you and the team - Speedy and safe climb!
A warm rehab room and a cold beer awaits your return!!

Brett and team

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Mt. McKinley: Hahn & Team Move Up to 17K Camp

July 13, 2013

Posted by: Dave Hahn, Zeb Blais, Mike King

Categories: Expedition Dispatches Mt. McKinley

Elevation: 17,200'

Hey, this is Dave Hahn calling from 17,200 feet on Mount McKinley. We made it to High Camp. Huge day, beautiful day, great weather. One of the nice things that started off the day for us was we got to talk to Mike King. He and Will and Shawn had made it to Basecamp by this morning and they were looking to get picked up within a half an hour of our conversation. They reported good conditions down there and they had a smooth exit from the mountain. We were very happy to hear that. And a big happy birthday to Mike King and a thank you for all that hard work. We set in with our hard work right after that. It did take a long time to get up here to 17,200' because we had so much snow on the Headwall. If tomorrow is a decent day, we're going try for the summit. And that's it for tonight. Talk to you soon. RMI Guide Dave Hahn

RMI Guide Dave Hahn calls in from 17,200 ft on McKinley.

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Lots of energy and positive thoughts from the other side of the world. Thinking of you guys today. Be safe and crush it!

Posted by: Kelsey on 7/13/2013 at 11:02 pm

Rock on! Hoping for good weather and safe climbing! ‘Welcome to the City Bra’

Posted by: Joe Cole on 7/13/2013 at 9:37 pm

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Ecuador Seminar: Go With the Flow

January 15, 2013

Posted by: Adam Knoff, Casey Grom

Categories: Expedition Dispatches Ecuador

Yesterday we drove five hours south of Quito to Ecuador's highest mountain, Chimborazo. News from other local guides provided mixed information. We heard there was a bit of new snow on the route which contrary to popular belief actually makes the route safer. What we found was nothing of the sort. For many years the north side of Chimborazo has been melting making rockfall an increasing concern. Having a bad gut feeling I could not ignore, I spoke with the other guides and we decided climbing up with ten other climbers ahead of us was too risky on a route with substantial rock fall hazard. During the night two team members began having diarrhea and a guide threw up. I took this as a sign and began to reevaluate the situation. Over breakfast the guides laid out an alternative mountain that we felt would have a much better chance of success given the teams health and über challenging route on Chimborazo. A discussion was held and a difficult but good decision was made to abandon Chimborazo and go to Illiniza Sur. This will be a more technically challenging but safer and shorter climb. We are all a bit bummed to not be giving our main objective a shot but also psyched we are all still together. We leave the hostel tonight at eleven and will send word of the climb tomorrow. Stay tuned. RMI Guide Adam Knoff

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We are all watching your precarious adventures biting our nails from the coffee shop in Los Angeles. Worried sick that Clark will get a blister or lose his beauty sleep (he can’t afford to!). He said he was tired of walking the dog everyday but don’t you think this is a bit extreme, Clark?
Wishing you all safe passage home!
XO, from all of us here at sea level

Posted by: Ted Craig CJ on 1/16/2013 at 3:29 pm

Sorry to hear about the hardships but I had to go back to work today and that’s no fun either…haha I hope everyone feels better and you can all end the trip on a high note.

Posted by: Albert on 1/15/2013 at 3:33 pm

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