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Mt. McKinley: Knoff & Team’s Sunless Solstice

June 22, 2014

Posted by: Adam Knoff, Lindsay Mann

Categories: Expedition Dispatches Mt. McKinley

Elevation: 9,600'

June 21, 2014 - 11:38 pm PT This morning the team woke to some clouds in the sky and a lenticular on the top of the Mt. McKinley. We got ready for the day while we waited for Adam to get the final words from the mountain gods on our next move. If only we knew what the mountain gods had in store for us... Heavy loads up Ski Hill came first, followed by snow falling in a microwave followed by setting up camp in a serious snowstorm. The team made such impressive camp walls that a solo climber decided to use them as protection also for the night. The best news of the day though is that today marked our last uphill single carry of the trip. Happy solstice! RMI Guides Adam Knoff, Andy Hildebrand and Lindsay Mann

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Mt. McKinley: Jones & Team Hope for a Good Weather Window

June 18, 2014

Posted by: Tyler Jones, Geoff Schellens

Categories: Expedition Dispatches Mt. McKinley

Elevation: 14,200'

June 18, 2014 - 12:24am PT Today we got some news that a window may come our way in the next few days! We woke with the sun warming us. Granola and coffee got our day started at 14k camp. We saw fairly good weather throughout the day, yet a forecast for another big pulse of heavy snow for the near hours! Our equipment, attitudes, and stoke for the future are high and our methods of getting there are well calculated. We wait another day hanging in there for the final push up the mountain. This season has not given many opportunities for a summit push but if we try and give it our whole effort we may just succeed! Tomorrow we will make our final preparation to stay or plan our departure Keep your eye on us and think high pressure weather. Cheers, RMI Guides Garrett, Tyler, Geoff and the No Troubles Team

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Climb strong, we are all praying for you!! Love you, Dave Johnson!

Posted by: Sandi on 6/20/2014 at 7:25 am

D.G. and team.
Wishing you luck and a good weather window. Love you little brother, Climb strong!

Posted by: Lori Bartek on 6/18/2014 at 4:01 pm

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Mt. McKinley: Haugen & Team - A Good Day on the Mountain

June 15, 2014

Posted by: Mike Haugen

Categories: Expedition Dispatches Mt. McKinley

Elevation: 7,300'

June 14, 2014 - 10:21 pm PT Our intentions to get up early and head to 10,000' to cache some gear were thwarted by high winds and blowing snow. Every time we woke up to check the weather it seemed to be worse. By 10:30 this morning we were about to concede to Mother Nature and call it a weather day when the winds began to die and the sun started to peak through the clouds. We hopped into action and got our gear ready for a trip up higher. We worked most of the rest of the day to haul our packs and sleds up Ski Hill and beyond. We gained around 2,300' with heavy loads, dug a hole, threw in some gear, buried it, and headed down hill for our camp and quesadillas. Time for some sleep so we can get up early and head up to 9,600' to make a new camp. RMI Guide Mike Haugen and Team "The Ocho"

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Bruce:
I was just checking our standings for BOEING ON THE MOVE. We suck. We are 3062 out of all the teams. Not sure how many more teams are behind us. Probably 1 or two. And your activity is next to last on our team. I’m kicking your butt. So please stop lounging around the pool, waiting for the umbrella drinks and get moving. ;)

Posted by: Kris McCann on 6/18/2014 at 4:36 pm

Bruce - Keep on Chooglin!!

Posted by: Ron on 6/16/2014 at 10:14 pm

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Mt. McKinley: Van Deventer & Team Comfortable at 14,000’

May 29, 2014

Posted by: Robby Young, Pete Van Deventer, Josh Maggard

Categories: Expedition Dispatches Mt. McKinley

Elevation: 14,000'

May 28, 2014 - 11:25 pm PT We weren't surprised to wake up to more snow and evidence of winds up high today. It's part of the process, and it took the team one glance up to the Buttress to know that we'd be sitting in camp again today. To combat the sitting, we made a checkers/ chess board, with jolly ranches and butterscotch for checkers, and Robby's artistic renditions for chess pieces. The forecast we got tonight looks like it may be another few days before we get our window, but spirits are high, and we're very comfortable here at 14 until that time comes. We're keeping our fingers crossed for the shift in weather we're looking for. We'll be in touch tomorrow. RMI Guides Pete, Robby, Josh, and team

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Hope you get a break in the weather soon.
Hang in there. Don’t eat all your game pieces.

Posted by: Lisa, Joe, and Gabe on 5/29/2014 at 9:59 pm

Hi Bob and Nicky Lowry…hang in there and God Bless all the climbers!
Love, Mom Dorothy

Posted by: Mary Beth Stein on 5/29/2014 at 2:53 pm

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Mongolia: Frank and Team Tour Ulaanbaatar and Experience Nadaam Festival

July 14, 2019

Posted by: Eric Frank

Categories: Expedition Dispatches Mongolia

Elevation: 4,429'

After a few delayed flights and minor complications, all members of the Mongolia climbing team have arrived and are getting settled here in Ulaanbataar, Mongolia. We are all a bit jet-lagged but this morning after a quick breakfast meeting, we struck out to see the sights and sounds of city. The Sukhbaatar Square, the National History Museum, first Buddhist temple and Russian Friendship Monument filled our morning. After a quick pit stop for lunch, we journeyed outside of the city to witness the Nadaam festival. Nadaam is the Mongolian celebration of their three main sports: wrestling, archery, and horsemanship. We were treated to front row seats for all three competitions. After the archery competition, they even invited us to try pulling the bows and shooting a few arrows. Suffice to say, they make it look a lot easier then it was for us. A traditional Mongolian dinner rounded out the day and we are in bed early to prepare for morning flight to Olgii on the other side of the country. RMI Guide Eric Frank

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WOO HOO!! So proud of you sweet girl! Love you

Posted by: Jami carino on 7/14/2019 at 11:19 am

So proud of you, Em! What an inspiration and testament you are to put in the work & following your dreams! To many more summits in this lifetime! Love ya mountain mama!

Posted by: Emma Patrick on 7/14/2019 at 10:58 am

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Mt. Rainier: Okita & Team Reach the Summit!

July 5, 2019

Posted by: Brent Okita

Categories: Expedition Dispatches Mount Rainier

Elevation: 14,410'

RMI Guide Brent Okita and the Mt. Rainier Summit Climb left Columbia Crest at 7:45 am. Brent said the weather was a little chilly with 15 mph winds, sunny skies and some clouds around. Congratulations to today's summit climb team!

Aconcagua: Van Deventer & Team Keep Momentum and Carry to Camp 2

January 28, 2015

Posted by: Pete Van Deventer

Categories: Expedition Dispatches Aconcagua

Elevation: 16,200'

Another day, another step in the uphill direction. We continued on yesterday's momentum, woke with the sun, sorted loads, and pointed our boots uphill to Guanacos Tres, or our Camp 2. It's not a huge day, only 1,600' of elevation gain, but it's great for our acclimatization process, and now we have the bulk of our food and fuel up high. This year is a bit bizarre in that this is traditionally high season and the mountain is very empty. We are the only team in Camp 1, and there is one other small team at Camp 2, which makes for a much more remote feeling to the expedition. Some clouds blew over this afternoon, with a few flurries, but our weather remains spectacular overall. We're looking forward to a rest day tomorrow, and then hopefully on up to Camp 2. Hasta luego, RMI Guides Pete Van Deventer, Alex Barber, Juan, and team

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Hope are all acclimating well and enjoying your rest day. We enjoy hearing about your progress. Now the entire Nativity Elementary school is following your progress and cheering you on. The Hoedl kids give an update at daily announcements. Hope the weather continues to hold and push up to Camp 2 goes well.
Lee - a personal note - Mr Rustad had a severe heart attack this past Saturday. Life support is being removed this afternoon. Our community is certainly very sad and in mourning today. I thought you would want to know so you could add your prayers from on High. Facebook is active with Alumnae trying to collect all the stories of the Mr. Rustad Senior Pranks over the years.

Posted by: Diann on 1/29/2015 at 1:42 pm

To the Norwegian in the group. Have fun toiling away in that freezing climate, tomorrow it is my turn to shut off civilization, but I crave the tranquil heat….. It’s only a matter of time before I am lounging by the pool with a drink in my hand 
So far everything under control so no need to hurry back.

Posted by: Ruthie on 1/29/2015 at 8:30 am

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Mt. Elbrus: Justman & Team Stretch Their Legs on Peak Cheget

July 22, 2014

Posted by: JJ Justman

Categories: Expedition Dispatches Elbrus Southside

Elevation: 11,000'

We had a fun day acclimatizing on Peak Cheget in beautiful weather. The views were breath taking and it certainly was nice to stretch the legs. RMI Guide JJ Justman

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Hi you crazy russian mountain goats!! L O V E the intro video, you all look like bad asses.

Triscuit! I’d leave you a tour update but you know I don’t follow that stuff at all! Sorry. Take good care of yourself, and J-Lo of course, and enjoy the breathtaking scenery!! Oh, yeah, and you’re welcome, now you have some explaining to do to your climbing team!! Remember to tell them you get 2 E-vites! Haha. Love you tons :)

Maija

Posted by: Maija Markula on 7/22/2014 at 3:06 pm

Be safe and enjoy another adventure.

Posted by: sandy on 7/22/2014 at 12:31 pm

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Mt. McKinley: Viesturs & Waterfall Team Enjoy Rest Day

May 8, 2011

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Categories: Expedition Dispatches Mt. McKinley

Elevation: 11,220'

Hello from 11,200' on Mt. McKinley. Our team is wishing all moms a Happy Mother's Day. We're having a nice rest day in a little bit of a storm. Our tents are nice and toasty though and we'll be all set to carry a load to 13,500' tomorrow if the weather allows.

Mexicos Volcanoes: Schmitt and Team Arrive in Mexico City

October 13, 2019

Posted by: JT Schmitt, Grayson Swingle

Categories: Expedition Dispatches Mexico

Elevation: 7,300'

This is the Mexico's Volcanoes Expedition checking in from the beautiful Zona Rosa in Mexico City. All climbers have arrived safely to our hotel, along with all of our baggage. After a delicious meal of authentic Mexican food, we are about to get some sleep to prepare for our early start to La Malinche tomorrow. Stay tuned for more dispatches once we reach the mountains. RMI Guide JT Schmitt

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