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Peru Seminar: de Andres Martos and Team Return to Lima

July 13, 2014

Posted by: Robby Young, Elias de Andres Martos

Categories: Expedition Dispatches Peru Seminar

Greetings all, After spending the last 10 days above 14,000', our eyes and lungs relished in the sights, smells, and the oxygen-rich, moist ocean air we encountered on the drive back from Huaraz to Lima. A stop in Playa Barranca for ceviche, tacu-tato, and other local seafood dishes truly brought our expedition full circle as we enjoyed an ocean view from our lunch table. Upon arrival in Lima, the inevitable disbanding of the team began as some caught midnight flights back to friends and family, while a few have one more day in Lima to relax, catch the World Cup Final, and relive the wonderful experiences we've had over the past couple weeks in the Cordillera Blanca. Best wishes from sea level and thanks for following along! RMI Guides Robby Young, Elias de Andres Martos, and the Peru Seminar Team

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Mexico’s Volcanoes: JJ & Team Ready for Summit Bid on Orizaba

October 25, 2013

Posted by: JJ Justman, Solveig Waterfall

Categories: Expedition Dispatches Mexico

Elevation: 14,000'

Hi Everyone, The team is at Sr. Reyes and we are all set to go. The sun is shining and we enjoyed great views of Orizaba on the drive in. We will now drive a 4x4 vehicle up to the hut, set up camp and prepare for our summit day tomorrow. Wish us bueno suerte! JJ, Solveig & Team

First Day of Acclimatization Hikes

June 21, 2009

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Categories: Expedition Dispatches Ecuador

Elevation: 12,500 ft.

Buenos dias. Yesterday our team traveled to the Pasachoa protected forest for an acclimatization hike. Despite rain and a muddy trail, we enjoyed our hike through the cloud forest, reaching over 12,500' of altitude before heading back to Quito. Hot showers felt good upon our return, as did dry clothes. We dined at a great authentic Ecuadorian restaurant. Cuy (fried guinea pig) and chicha (fermented corn cider) were sampled, as were the classic dishes of fried pork fritada and llapingachos (potato and cheese patties). This morning the sky is blue with some broken clouds, so were hoping to stay dry on our hike to the climbing hut on the Illiniza volcanoes. This hike will take us to over 15,000', and help prepare us for the altitude on Cotopaxi. I'll be in touch with more updates.

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Denali: Walter & Team Rest Day at 11K Camp

May 18, 2021

Posted by: Mike Walter, Avery Parrinello, Luke Wilhelm

Categories: Expedition Dispatches Alaska Mt. McKinley

Elevation: 11,200'

Tuesday, May 18, 2021 - 6:21 pm

Our team enjoyed a well-deserved rest day today. The timing was perfect, as our team was ready for it and the weather was a bit squirrelly today; the colder temps, breezy conditions and light snow didn't bother us at all as we lounged in our tents, reading, listening to music, snoozing and snacking.

The weather forecasts indicate improving conditions tomorrow and warming temps by Thursday. Our next mission will be to move camp up to Genet Basin, at 14,200'. We hope to tackle that tomorrow if the weather is good in the morning. If not, Thursday looks promising, and another day of rest and acclimatization at 11,200' will only help us.

We'll let you know either way tomorrow. Stay tuned.

RMI Guide Mike Walter

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Mt. Rainier: Gately, Parrinello and Teams Reach Summit

September 3, 2019

Posted by: Steve Gately, Avery Parrinello

Categories: Expedition Dispatches Mount Rainier

Elevation: 14,410'

The Four Day Climb teams enjoyed an hour on the summit of Mt. Rainier this morning to take in the views and take all the photos. RMI Guides Steve Gately and Avery Parrinello led their teams up the Disappointment Cleaver route, which is in great condition. Weather today was a bit windy but didn't deter the teams. Climbers were descending from the crater rim around 8:20 AM en route to Camp Muir. Once back at Camp they will pack up their gear and continue down to Paradise. This afternoon they will have a celebration at Rainier BaseCamp to conclude their program. Congratulations to today's climbers.

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Awesome news Colin!!! All your training paid off. Congratulations and can’t wait to see the pics and videos.

Posted by: Mark Lockareff on 9/3/2019 at 11:13 am

Congratulations Colin! You embraced the challenge and conquered the Summit. I truly admire your indomitable spirit!!

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Mt. Baker: Rossiter and Team Summit!

May 27, 2018

Posted by: Kel Rossiter, Ben Markhart

Categories: Expedition Dispatches North Cascades

Elevation: 10,781'

RMI Guide Kel Rossiter and team just called from the summit of Mt. Baker after a successful climb. They reported good weather and softening snow conditions. After a celebration on the summit, the team will begin their over 5,000' of vertical ski descent off the top. Once back in camp, the team will rest, pack, and hike off of the mountain for a well deserved meal in town.

RMI Guide Kel Rossiter calls in after the team wraps up their Mt. Baker Summit and Ski Descent

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Mt. McKinley: Jones & Team Descend to 11,000’ Camp

June 16, 2015

Posted by: Tyler Jones, Lindsay Mann, Chase Nelson

Categories: Expedition Dispatches Mt. McKinley

Elevation: 11,200'

June 16, 2015 6:05 pm PT We arose to wind and a bit of ominous clouds at 17,000'. The team efficiently packed our camp to start the long decent back to our families and friends. After 6,000' of decent with a stop to gather our kit stashed at 14,000' and a wonderful quesadilla snack from Jake's team we have landed for some chill time. This is the life! We're at the beach of 11,000' camp soaking our battered feet in the sun soften snow. While puffing our sleeping bags over our tent flies which is conveniently shading us in our cabanas as we get some well deserved rest for the final push to Base Camp early tomorrow morning. Fingers crossed we will fly off to civilization tomorrow! Not that there are no other people to socialize with up here on Denali. Our team has done one heck of an awesome job and we have all created some great friendships! If all keeps going our way our next post will be the last from little Talkeetna, AK with a great evening of celebration! RMI Guide Tyler Jones

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Congratulations DG!
You certainly taxed the Weather Gods’ patience.
Great work- 3rd times the charm

Posted by: bruce freedman on 6/17/2015 at 5:58 am

Glad to hear the day went so well!!!
David and Mark, I know you were both in great shape but everyone must be exhausted by now….blessings for health and safety to all as you continue to descend. Won’t be long now till you trade your hiking boots for dancing shoes at Chris and Kelsey’s wedding. Can’t wait to see pictures and hear the stories of this great adventure.

Love and prayers, Mom & Dad Dreher

Posted by: Mom & Dad Dreher on 6/17/2015 at 12:12 am

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Mt. Everest: Team Gets to Work at Everest Base Camp

April 6, 2015

Posted by: JJ Justman, Dave Hahn

Categories: Expedition Dispatches Everest

Elevation: 17,575'

Hello RMI Blog Enthusiasts! It's another sunny day here in Everest Base Camp. Of course, our team is doing great. However, all of us are a little sad. This morning our two trekkers that followed along with us parted ways and started their return journey back to Kathmandu. I have to tell you that it was a lot of fun having Bonnie and Erin along giving our climbing team support. I am sure they are already trying to figure out what kind and how many pizzas they will order at Fire and Ice Pizza. As for the rest of us we got down to some business today. The team went over and rigged their climbing equipment. Now, crampons are fitting snug, ice axe leashes are set and ascenders are set to the perfect length. There's no doubt, we are ready to do some practicing to work out any kinks before we actually get busy with the real deal. It's now time to relax, drink a few more cups of tea and put on our dinner attire. Most importantly though!! How bout them Wisconsin Badgers! This Wisconsin native cannot remember the last time The Badgers were in the finals. So with no further hesitation... WISCONSIN!!! RMI Guide JJ Justman

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Hi Larry, really enjoyed the photos of you and the team. Great accomplishments already in your journey, be safe. from Sabrina Tanner

Posted by: Sabrina Tanner on 4/7/2015 at 6:25 am

Larry,
Enjoying following along on the blog with your adventure. Glad to hear the Easter Bunny gets around.
Love,
Debbie Sue

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Aconcagua: Nugent & Team Reach Case de Piedra

January 15, 2015

Posted by: Billy Haas, Billy Nugent, Katrina Bloemsma

Categories: Expedition Dispatches Aconcagua

Elevation: 10,550'

Journey to Casa de Piedra. Our crew made great time today on our march from Pampa de Leñas to our second trekking camp at Casa de Piedra. We had significantly cooler temps today and some welcome cloud cover (albeit with a few sprinkles) which made for a much more pleasant walk than yesterday. The crew is starting to find the rhythm of the mountain and also finding a good synergy among the teammates. We are all having fun and even enjoying some interesting people. Good times! Headed for Aconcagua Basecamp tomorrow... Talk soon. RMI Guide Billy Nugent

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Glad you will reach base camp tomorrow. Hope photos will be forthcoming! Laura and I are reading the Inferno and enjoying Lidia’s class. Jim says, “GO Corell!” Love to you, Cindy

Posted by: Cindy Mabry on 1/16/2015 at 7:40 pm

Glad you are on the trail. Hope all is well so far. The boys and I are off to Arkansas tomorrow. There has been a huge thaw, so we might be hunting in t-shirts. Alee came to town tonight, so who knows if Philip will make the plane! Love you!! Thurston

Posted by: Thurston Moore on 1/16/2015 at 5:54 pm

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