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Posted by: Dave Hahn
Categories: Expedition Dispatches Kilimanjaro
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Ten climbers drifted in to the Rivertrees Country Inn on the banks of the Usa River in Tanzania these last few days. We made it from various spots in the United States all the way to East Africa with our climbing gear intact and our excitement growing. Tomorrow morning we begin a climb of Kilimanjaro, the highest mountain on the continent. So today we got ready. We began the day with introductions and a discussion of itineraries and strategies for climbing high. We set our priorities and got acquainted with the challenges to come. All of this went on while monkeys jumped from tree to tree high above in the garden-like hotel compound. Then the team retreated to the hotel rooms where we conducted gear checks and began packing. The day concluded with a weigh-in, to ensure that our staff won’t be overburdened in portering. We gathered briefly in the outdoor bar to watch Olympic highlights before dinner. And finally we fought jet lag and gathered for a pleasant multi-course meal in the indoor/outdoor dining room. We’re all set now, targeting an 8 a.m. departure, but not before a good breakfast, of course.
Best Regards,
RMI Guide Dave Hahn
PC: Dave Hahn
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Kilimanjaro Climb & Safari August 10, 2024
And we're off!
The Mexico Volcanos crew arrived last night to the Hotel Geneve in Mexico City. After some introductions, we made our way to a local taco spot and chatted about our upcoming trip.
This morning the crew was up early and ready to head to our first volcano, La Malinche.
Many more tacos and mountains await!
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Mexico's Volcanoes February 3, 2024
Posted by: Casey Grom
Categories: Expedition Dispatches Kilimanjaro
Safari time!
Today was the first day of safari for us and we headed east to visit Lake Manyara, which is know for its tree climbing lions, flamingos, and more than 400 different species of birds.
We had a nice day viewing the wildlife that hardly seemed to notice us, despite being only feet away at times.
We didn't manage to see any of those famous lions, but we had a very close encounter with Elephants. Nothing dangerous, but they passed close enough that we could have almost touched them.
We did manage to see zebras, Cape buffalo, giraffe, baboons, impalas and so many birds we lost count. It was a pretty nice introduction to the incredible bio-diversity that Africa has, and everyone enjoyed the day riding around in our safari vehicles.
We wrapped up the evening here at the beautiful Plantation Lodge with a wonderful meal and great conversations.
RMI Guide Casey Grom and the safari team
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Kilimanjaro January 6, 2024
Posted by: Steve Gately, Ben Ammon, James Bealer
Categories: Expedition Dispatches Mt. McKinley
Elevation: 11,000'
On The Map
Posted by: Ben Liken, Brent Okita
Categories: Expedition Dispatches Mount Rainier
Elevation: 14,410'
On The Map
Posted by: Pete Van Deventer, Robby Young
Categories: Expedition Dispatches Mt. McKinley
Elevation: 14,200'
On The Map
Chuck and Steve hang tough. Everyone sending there love
Posted by: Charles Floyd on 5/22/2014 at 5:57 pm
Sent O2 this morning. It will be there on June 9th :)
Love you Chuck!
Posted by: Joellen Floyd on 5/22/2014 at 4:56 pm
Posted by: Jess Wedel
Categories: Expedition Dispatches Everest BC Trek and Lobuche
Elevation: 20,075'
We made it to the summit of Lobuche!
With an alpine start, we headed up the mountain. The first half of the climb we ascended slabby rock, up and up we went. Climbing below a moonless sky with stars forever. Although the forecast had called for high winds, it was still and quiet.
Soon we crossed the ridge to what is normally crampon point near 18,400 feet but it’s been a very dry winter in the Himalayas so we continued on a rocky ridge to nearly 18,800ft where we finally dawned our crampons and got on the steep snow and ice. First light of day was just beginning to show the outline of the mountains around us and it was beautiful. The colors of the sky changed and soon the sun came up! After a lot more steep climbing up the face of Lobuche we reached the summit.
We’ve now descended to Pheriche where we reunited with our other two team members and plan to all walk out together over the next few days.
RMI Guide Jess Wedel and the Lobuche team
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Everest Base Camp Trek & Lobuche, March 16, 2024
Dave, did the guides find that six pack you stashed in your pack?
Posted by: Matt on 6/3/2014 at 6:17 pm
Great job, Jen! I hope the weather continues to be good for you guys.
Posted by: Nicole on 6/3/2014 at 5:49 pm
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