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Posted by: Dave Hahn, Sam Hoffman, Sam Marjerison, Nick Sinapius
Categories: Expedition Dispatches Mt. McKinley
Elevation: 7,600'
Saturday, June 15, 2024 - 10:02 pm PT
Another beautiful day on Denali, which started at 2:30 AM for our team. We were snowshoed up and moving uphill by 5 AM. Conditions were excellent for travel. The surface was frozen up just right and the day was cool enough to keep us from sweating as we got on "Ski Hill". We moved well for four hours to reach 10,000' There at the head of the 49 mile Kahiltna Glacier, we dug a cache and buried our supplies to prevent attack by ravens. It took just under two hours to get back down to camp, by which time we were ready to get in the tents and out of the hot sun. We napped away the afternoon and rehydrated. Tomorrow we'll climb to 11,000' Camp.
Best Regards,
RMI Guides Dave Hahn, Sam Hoffman, Sam Marjerison and Nick Sinapius
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Posted by: Dustin Wittmier, Michael Murray
Categories: Expedition Dispatches Ecuador
Well there ain't no rest for the wicked but thankfully we aren't wicked and we had ourselves a wonderful day of rest at the scenic Casa Ilayaku today. Gear was dried out while birds were watched and various animals visited during a stop at a local bird sanctuary and petting zoo, and fun was had by all. We will be checking out of the Hacienda tomorrow morning before making our way to Antisana basecamp where we will stage for another summit attempt tomorrow night. I didn't think it possible but morale has soared to unprecedented levels and we are looking forward to wrapping this trip up in good style with another strong push in the mountains. Friends and family you are certainly all missed at home and we look forward to seeing you soon.
RMI Guide Michael Murray
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Good luck to all tomorrow!!
Posted by: Karolyn Thompson on 12/10/2023 at 8:26 am
Hey Dustin!
Sending thoughts of Strength and stamina, and perfect weather for another Big Summit to you and your Team!!
Posted by: Dave Kestel on 12/10/2023 at 3:05 am
Posted by: Geoff Schellens, Mike King
Categories: Expedition Dispatches Mount Rainier
Elevation: 14,410'
The climb was amazing and the views were unlike any views I had ever seen. I owe a huge “Thank you” to our superhuman guides Geoff Schellens, Ben Markhart, and Hannah McGowan. These three were extremely knowledgeable, professional, encouraging, and super cool to hang with. RMI is very lucky to have them on their team. I will definitely use RMI in the future. Thank you all for this life changing experience!
Posted by: Brody Ford on 5/10/2018 at 10:28 pm
Posted by: Elias de Andres Martos, Sean Collon
Categories: Expedition Dispatches Mt. McKinley
Hi Naie & Team,
I bet the night sky up there is pretty incredible huh?
The Kurdish people have a saying, “No friends but the mountains”.
The mountain is your friend too, she will protect you.
Best wishes for a successful climb.
From Jeannie,
currently West Coast of the Southrrn Alps, NZ.
Posted by: Jean on 5/15/2015 at 5:32 am
It sounds like a great adventure! Congrats to Kyle, Paul, and the whole team!
Posted by: Christie on 5/14/2015 at 6:24 pm
Posted by: Adam Knoff, Lindsay Mann
Categories: Expedition Dispatches Mt. McKinley
Andy, hoping you have good weather and snow conditions for your epic climb! We will be following you on your blog. Get er done!!
Posted by: Jerry Hildebrand on 6/20/2014 at 9:33 am
Hope you guys have a safe trip to the glacier have a great climb!
peter
Posted by: Peter Williamson on 6/19/2014 at 10:11 am
Posted by: Casey Grom
Categories: Expedition Dispatches Kilimanjaro
Checking in with RMI's Kilimanjaro Climb!
All is well here in Tanzania and most of the team arrived late last night after some very long flights (20+hrs). It was a short and uneventful ride to our Lodge that is nestled in between Arusha and Moshi and not so far from the base of Kilimanjaro. The team had a quick dinner and headed for bed as the time change has us all feeling just a little off and pretty tired after all the traveling.
Today we had a leisurely morning with our official meeting at 9am, where we did a round of introductions and then discussed the upcoming program for the days ahead. We spent the remainder of the day getting our gear packed up, exploring the grounds of our peaceful lodge and avoiding the marauding
gang of monkeys that occasionally visit.
Vervet, Blue and Colobus are the 3 different species that are found close by.
We wrapped up the evening with another delicious meal and plenty of friendly conversations. Everyone is doing well and excited to hit the trail tomorrow and get a little bit of exercise.
RMI Guide Casey Grom and the Kili crew!
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Dan’s family all cheering him on!!
Posted by: Kristen Morley on 1/25/2025 at 4:06 pm
What a happy group of hikers! Excited for your journey ahead and wish you all a successful and beautiful climb! Love you Dad!
Posted by: Ellen Hovde on 1/25/2025 at 3:49 pm
Posted by: Hannah Smith, Avery Parrinello
Categories: Expedition Dispatches Aconcagua
Elevation: 16,200'
Sit back and relax. We let the sun warm our tents before crawling out this morning. The valley below was swallowed by clouds giving camp an almost eerie feel. We sat just above them with a clear sky above. There was nothing on our agenda besides relaxing and organizing our belongings for our move tomorrow. A big part of expeditions is self entertainment during rest days. The team occupied themselves with flying colors. Camp was quiet most of the day until a team from below carried gear to Camp 1. They lacked some self awareness and implanted themselves in the middle of our scene. It gave some comedy to the day and a topic at dinner. Everyone is looking healthy and strong after resting all day, so tomorrow we will make our move to Camp 2. We will make our new home at 18,000'. You can feel the excitment in the team as our summit day approaches. Its less than a week away...
Adios,
RMI Guide Hannah Smith and team
On The Map
That’s a lotta days and nights up on the mountain. Enjoy every minute! Even if, and especially when, your definition of “fun” isn’t congruent with the lowlanders.
Proud of you all!
Posted by: Donna Sassaman on 1/18/2020 at 6:53 pm
Hi Tim,
Beautiful photo. Even better that you are there experiencing it! We think of you every day and know that you are making the most of the journey up the mountain. Just remember:
Getting to the top of the mountain is optional; coming home to those who love you is not!
Dick
Posted by: Dick Simpson on 1/18/2020 at 2:33 pm
Posted by: Dave Hahn
Categories: Expedition Dispatches Kilimanjaro
Happy Father’s Day Tony and all! Your kids will be proud of ya. Keep on trecking and know we’re thinking you from 110 degrees in sunny Phoenix.
Posted by: Mark Miola on 6/17/2024 at 9:07 am
Sounds like an awesome fathers day!! Love how you move supplies up and then go back down to camp and then head back up the next day.
Posted by: Seth Cochran on 6/17/2024 at 1:22 am
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