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Posted by: Pete Van Deventer, Jackson Breen
Categories: Expedition Dispatches Mt. McKinley
Elevation: 14,200'
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We went to bed last night really warm. The sun was still on the tents, and temps through camp were warm. That lasted until early morning, when suddenly the clouds dropped, and the temperature plummeted. This morning therefore was one of the coldest of the trip, properly bone-chilling cold. Halfway through breakfast the sun finally hit and our fortunes changed, thawing us out and warming up conversation. This was hopefully our last rest day. We took the opportunity to walk the short jaunt to the Edge of the World, where the edge of Genet Basin in which 14k camp is located, plummets to the NE fork of the Kahiltna 7000' below.
Otherwise, we’ve rested and organized for a hoped for move to 17,000’ tomorrow. The forecast looks promising, and we are excited to enter the home stretch! We'll send a progress report tomorrow.
RMI Guide Pete Van Deventer & Team
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Denali Expedition, May 7, 2024
We love reading about your expedition! We’re thinking about my brother, Scott and hoping for good weather and a successful climb!
Posted by: Julie Joyce on 5/24/2024 at 7:09 pm
Great updates! And best of luck to the team. Jackson, we’re rooting for you all!
Tracy and Bruce
Posted by: Tracy and Bruce Wilhelm on 5/24/2024 at 1:35 pm
Posted by: Mike Walter, Jess Wedel, Michael Murray
Categories: Expedition Dispatches Alaska Mt. McKinley
Elevation: 11,200'
We're resting and acclimating at 11k today. After a chilly night, the team enjoyed a leisurely morning and brunch with ample amounts of eggs, hashbrowns, and reindeer sausage.
Lounging, reading, and small talk make up the bulk of today's activities.
We'll also be sorting our gear in preparation for our carry up around Windy Corner, which, weather permitting, is on tap for tomorrow.
But for right now, we're enjoying the hang.
RMI Guide Mike Walter
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Denali Expedition, May 5, 2024
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Hello Everybody.
Team is still moving uphill here on Kilimanjaro. We thankfully had a few hours this morning of dry weather before the rains returned. It was a blessing for sure, since our only major obstacle for the climb was right out of camp. The Barranco wall was mostly dry and allowed the team to navigate this steeper section more comfortably.
The team hiked for about four hours plus a few short breaks to reach our new camp for the night called Karanga, which overlooks a large beautiful valley. Unfortunately everything is obscured by the thick clouds and rain. But it’s good to be at camp where there is plenty of hot drinks and warm food to help make us more comfortable.
RMI Guide Casey Grom and the swim team!
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Kilimanjaro January 6, 2024
Great job guys!!! You can do this! Excellent news.
Posted by: Elsie on 1/12/2024 at 2:50 pm
Great job team! Keep on keepin’ on!
Posted by: Amy Jahner on 1/12/2024 at 7:56 am
Saturday, October 14, 2023 7:11 am PDT
Summit Orizaba. High clouds, cool, light breeze. Nice day!
RMI Guide Dustin Wittmier & Team
Way to Go Dustin and Team!! Great Job !!!
Posted by: Dave Kestel on 10/15/2023 at 3:50 am
You did it!! Congratulations!
Know you are all stoked it worked out! Well done!
Posted by: Judy collins on 10/14/2023 at 5:17 pm
I hope everyone is able to get to the top of that mountain!!! Go climbers!!!!!!!!!!!!
I love you Connor and Dad! <3
Posted by: Judy on 8/11/2014 at 9:28 am
Way to Go! Good to hear all is going well.
Enjoy and Stay Safe! Love, Grandpa/Dad & Babooshka/Cindy
Posted by: Carl and Cindy on 8/9/2014 at 6:38 pm
On The Map
Hello Monica,
The girls and I along with the 6 am crowd are wishing you good luck and a Merry Christmas! Courtney set 2 state records and qualified for nationals! Can’t hardly wait to see all of the exciting posts as your team moves forward.
God Bless you one and all,
Jim
Posted by: Jim Gentle on 12/23/2013 at 2:02 pm
Posted by: Mark Tucker
Categories: Expedition Dispatches Elbrus Southside
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The North Cascades Custom Climb led by RMI Guide Jackson Breen reached the summit of their first objective this morning: Mt. Shuksan via the Fisher Chimneys. The team is making their descent back to the trailhead. Tomorrow they will rest as they turn their focus to their second objective: Mt. Baker.
Posted by: JJ Justman, Christina Dale
Categories: Expedition Dispatches Mount Rainier
Elevation: 14,410'
Thanks RMI team for your leadership, training, and providing a great, safe, adventure.
Posted by: Robert Jones on 8/27/2014 at 9:21 pm
I had an amazing time! Huge thank you and big hugs to JJ, Christina, and Alex for getting us to the top safely and for the training, experience and stories you provided us.
Posted by: Karinn on 8/13/2014 at 1:49 pm
Wow, way to go. I’m sure this won’t soon be forgotten. What an opportunity, way to make it happen!
Posted by: Wick on 8/20/2014 at 10:35 pm
Congratulations Larry, Todd, Scott and all on your accomplishment! It must have been truly amazing up there.
Posted by: Angela Kantola on 8/20/2014 at 8:12 am
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