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Posted by: Dave Hahn
Categories: Expedition Dispatches Kilimanjaro
The team was smiling right from the start today. Excited to have had such a wonderful summit day, and energized by a full night’s sleep at the relatively low altitude of 10,000 ft. We finished with a morning in the rain forest. Thankfully it wasn’t raining as we carefully picked our way down the steep and muddy track for 4,000 vertical feet. We were entertained and amazed by the many porters running down the same track at high speed with heavy loads. As we made our way through the giant camphor trees, we saw a few shy monkeys and hyraxes. Above and beyond expectations since our wildlife safari doesn’t officially begin until tomorrow. At the gate, we signed out with Kilimanjaro National Park and then went a short distance to have a last lunch with our mountain staff. They sang, we danced and expressed our deep gratitude for the help and friendship they extended. And then we said goodbye and boarded our bus for the rough ride back to Rivertrees -our hotel in Usariver. We’d earned showers and clean clothes, a celebration dinner and a night in a bed. But the trip isn’t at all over. Safari starts in the morning.
Best
RMI Guide Dave Hahn
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Kilimanjaro Climb and Safari August 5, 2025
Posted by: Dustin Wittmier, Lacie Smith, Will Ambler
Categories: Expedition Dispatches Mt. McKinley
Elevation: 17,200'
Friday, June 13, 2025, 10;01pm PDT
We’ve made it to Camp 17 and are settling in for the night. Despite my usual reservations about this camp, tonight has offered a surprisingly calm and beautiful evening—one of those rare moments that makes you pause and appreciate where you are. Spirits are high, and the team is feeling strong. We’re planning to push for the summit in the morning. Conditions look promising, and we’re ready for what lies ahead.
RMI Guide Dustin Wittmier & Team
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Mt. McKinley Expedition May 29, 2025
Posted by: Henry Coppolillo, Dominic Cifelli
Categories: Expedition Dispatches Mount Rainier
Elevation: 12,500'
Our first Expedition Skills Seminar – Muir of the season wrapped up a productive and rewarding week on Mt. Rainier. Led by RMI Guides Henry Coppolillo and Dominic Cifelli, the team came together on Saturday for a comprehensive gear check and began their foundational skills training at Rainier Base Camp.
With full packs and high spirits, they made the ascent to Camp Muir the following day. Throughout the week, the group focused on essential mountaineering techniques, including glacier travel, ice axe arrest, and cramponing. They also practiced crevasse rescue skills, learned how to set up tents in alpine conditions, and took a windy acclimatization hike to Ingraham Flats.
Today, the team set out for their summit attempt and reached an elevation of 12,500 feet before making the decision to turn back due to potential avalanche hazards. They returned safely to Camp Muir and will continue their final 4,500-foot descent to Paradise.
It’s been a great start to the seminar season, with valuable experience gained and strong teamwork throughout.
Posted by: Walter Hailes, Henry Coppolillo, Ben Thorneycroft, Robert Whyte, Hannah Billings, Miles Watson
Categories: Expedition Dispatches Mount Rainier
Elevation: 14,410'
The Five Day Climb June 22 - 26 led by RMI Guides Walter Hailes and Henry Coppolillo took advantage of the clear and calm weather and made their summit attempt today. The entire team reached the crater rim of Mt. Rainier at 7 am on a beautiful day. The teams will return to Camp Muir and enjoy a leisurely afternoon. Tomorrow they will descending the remaining 4,500' to Paradise and conclude their program.
Congratulations to today's climbers!
Posted by: Casey Grom, Drew O’Brien, Mike Bennett, Charlie Harrison, Jackson Breen, Roland Scott
Categories: Expedition Dispatches Mount Rainier
Elevation: 11,200'
The Four Day Climb led by RMI Guides Casey Grom and Drew O’Brien reached Ingraham Flats on Mt. Rainier this morning. New snow from recent storms, avalanches, and route concerns kept the team from continuing up hill.
The team enjoyed a beautiful sunrise and started their descent from Camp Muir.
Posted by: Kel Rossiter, Ben Markhart
Categories: Expedition Dispatches North Cascades
Elevation: 10,781'
RMI Guide Kel Rossiter calls in after the team wraps up their Mt. Baker Summit and Ski Descent
Posted by: Dave Hahn, Hannah McGowan, Hannah Smith, Avery Parrinello
Categories: Expedition Dispatches Mt. McKinley
Elevation: 17,000'
On The Map
Hi Dave,
thank you for your wonderful reports about your journey with all Details so that I can imagine the amazing nature you are hiking through.
The circumstances seem to be excellent and I wish all of you, specially my dear climber Hans a successful climb up to the summit.
I keep my fingers cross for you!!!! Ute
Posted by: Ute Novak on 6/29/2017 at 5:45 am
Hey Matt, keep up the great work. What an incredible journey!
Posted by: Eric Taylor on 6/28/2017 at 6:46 pm
Posted by: Elias de Andres Martos, Sean Collon
Categories: Expedition Dispatches Mt. McKinley
Looking forward to updates. Stay safe and have fun! Thinking of you, Taylor—and Eagan is praying for your safe return.
Posted by: Brad & Lori Briggs on 5/10/2015 at 4:55 pm
Congrats Siri and team!! Amazing!! Can’t wait to see the pictures!!
Posted by: Rahul C on 6/25/2024 at 12:15 pm
Congrats everyone!!!! Amazing accomplishment!!
Posted by: Jon Kingsley on 6/25/2024 at 8:44 am
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