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Mt. Elbrus: Grom & Team Summit!

July 28, 2017

Posted by: Casey Grom

Categories: Expedition Dispatches Elbrus Southside

Elevation: 18,510'

We did it! 100% on top!!! The entire team stood on the highest point in Europe. We were pretty lucky with the weather, as it was near perfect, so the decision to climb early and avoid the forecasted weather paid off. We started at 3:30am with a snowcat ride up to 15,000' then hit the trail in a decent breeze that thankfully mellowed out a few hours later. It was a beautiful and welcomed sunrise as the sun helped warm us up. The team did a fantastic job of taking care of themselves and climbed strong. We summited in clear skies with a wonderful view of the entire Caucasus Mountain Range, which is something I haven't had often here on Elbrus. After descending a short ways back to the saddle between the two summits that Elbrus has, a few of us decided to climb the second summit while the rest of the team descended safely back to camp. I've been pretty lucky the last few climbs and have pulled off the double summit a few times. It was a bonus for sure. After everyone returned to camp, we had a quick lunch and are currently relaxing with smiles on our faces. RMI Guide Casey Grom and a happy crew

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Denali Expedition: Hahn & Team Return to 17,000’ Camp after Summit

July 3, 2017

Posted by: Dave Hahn, Hannah McGowan, Hannah Smith, Avery Parrinello

Categories: Expedition Dispatches Mt. McKinley

Elevation: 17,000'

July 2, 2017 This was THE day after all. There wasn't any question that we'd be able to make it work once we saw conditions on the South Peak at 6:30 this morning. Yes, it was plain that the storm was still with us, with much cloud in every direction out in Alaska, but it was all below us and the winds were light. We ate, geared up and got moving out of camp by 8:45. As anticipated, we went from a sunny camp to a shady "autobahn" (the long steep traverse to Denali Pass) but the climbing was just hard enough to keep us warm. At the pass, we caught a little wind -which we tended to walk in and out of all day- but it was never more than about 10 mph. We climbed the steep rolls to the "Zebra Rocks" and then the broad upper bowl of the Harper Glacier. We went past the Archdeacon's Tower and crossed the football field at 19,500 ft. Then it was up Pig Hill to the spectacular summit ridge. There wasn't much question that we'd make the final 30 min cruise along the spine to the tippy top. It took us eight hours to get to the highest point in North America. And then we liked it so much we stayed an hour. Our descent was free of any complications -all had saved enough energy to make it down safe, with no slips or stumbles. We were back in camp by 9:30 PM and ate dinner in the late evening sunshine... amazed at what we'd accomplished together. Now it is after midnight and the sun is around the bend, so good night to all from 17,000 feet in Alaska from a lucky crew of climbers. Best Regards RMI Guide Dave Hahn

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Jim - what an awesome once-in-a-lifetimeachievement! All your hard training has paid off! We are all extremely proud of you!

Safe way down the mountain. We look forward to seeing you at sea level soon.

Tha Hanigs.

Posted by: Marco Hanig on 7/4/2017 at 4:20 pm

Jim, Awesome does not do your feat justice. It is- as you are- in a class by itself. We much look forward to celebrating your triumph around Kraken rum drinks at the Martin Box. Meanwhile, hurry home! Your bowled over pals at sea level. Peter and Carol

Posted by: Peter Krogh on 7/4/2017 at 7:26 am

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Denali Expediton: Beren & Team Make Carry to 10,000’

June 2, 2017

Posted by: Jake Beren, Steve Gately, Megan Budge

Categories: Expedition Dispatches Mt. McKinley

Elevation: 7,800'

June 1, 2017 Greetings from our second night at the base of Ski Hill/Camp 1! Today we set off early and enjoyed perfect walking temps as we carried our checked baggage to 10,000 feet and cached a sizable load to make tomorrow's move more civilized. If the forecast verifies, we will try to move uphill in the early morning and make our way to 11 Camp. The team is doing great and perfect weather has welcomed us into the Alaska Range. Big Ups to the first two RMI teams as they get rewarded for their patience and perseverance- Bravo! We hope to check in from 11,200 feet above the sea tomorrow night! RMI Guide Jake Beren

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Your text just make our day
Stay safe and warm if possible
Prayers to all the team

Posted by: Mom and Dad Zabinski on 6/3/2017 at 6:21 pm

GOD SPEED !

Posted by: Jerome on 6/3/2017 at 6:06 pm

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Mt. Rainier: June 1st Summit!

June 1, 2015

Posted by: Casey Grom, Ben Liken

Categories: Expedition Dispatches Mount Rainier

Elevation: 14,410'

The Four Day Summit Climb Teams led by RMI Guides Casey Grom and Ben Liken reached the top of Mt. Rainier today. Casey reported a touch and go summit as the team had climbed into a cloud cap and a bit of poor weather with some new snow and a bit of wind. The Team is en route to Camp Muir and we expect them to be celebrating back at Rainier Basecamp later this afternoon! Congratulations Team!

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Great job Chris !!!!!!! Sounds like a lot of wild weather!
Love
Mom

Posted by: Robin on 6/1/2015 at 2:40 pm

Add: You’re the man, Brian!!

Posted by: Judy and Alan on 6/1/2015 at 10:53 am

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Ecuador’s Volcanoes: Team Acclimates in Quito

December 12, 2014

Posted by: Leon Davis, Casey Grom

Categories: Expedition Dispatches Ecuador

Elevation: 9,350'

December 11, 2014 - 6:57 pm PT The team here in Ecuador got their first taste of altitude today, on the hills that surround Quito. This morning we rode the teleferico to 13,000 feet and began our trek up Pichincha on the rutted trails that wind up to its rocky 15,000 ft summit. It was a day to pressure our bodies into absorbing the thin atmosphere and experience the weather patterns that commonly occur here. So the last half hour of our descent was a mixture of rain and hail and by 2:30 the team was drying off in the hotel and relaxing before dinner. This will be our last evening in Quito and our trip commences north towards Cayambe. RMI Guides Leon Davis & Casey Grom and Team

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Hope all is well. Looking forward to seeing some summit photos. Stay safe gang, Love you Syd.
Looks like Christmas back home.

Daddy

Posted by: Roger Osmun on 12/14/2014 at 9:00 am

Looks like you’re all doing great! Good luck on the volcanoes. Go Dale!!!

Posted by: Erin C on 12/12/2014 at 5:46 pm

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Mt. Rainier: September 8th Summit!

September 8, 2014

Posted by: JJ Justman, Zeb Blais

Categories: Expedition Dispatches Mount Rainier

Elevation: 14,410'

The Mount Rainier Summit Climbs teams, led by RMI Guides JJ Justman and Zeb Blais, reached the crater rim at at 7:00 a.m. JJ reported strong winds with 40-50 mph gusts and cold temperatures. Both teams began their descent to Camp Muir at 8:00 a.m. The Expedition Skills Seminar - Muir is currently ascending to Camp Muir to spend the week training and topping their week off with a summit bid.

Mt. McKinley: Nugent and Team at Camp 3

May 15, 2011

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Categories: Expedition Dispatches Mt. McKinley

Elevation: 11,200'

Hey gang, this is Billy checking in for our McKinley expedition on our fourth day on the on the mountain. We moved up from Camp 2 to at 9,600' up to our Camp 3 at 11,200'. The team moved incredibly well. We were only 2 and a half hours from camp to camp, single carry, so no back carry in the future for us. We spent a lot of time this afternoon, digging out camp and building walls and building a pretty elaborate cook tent. It's been a very low snow year up here in Alaska. So with barely a meter of snow on the glacier definitely made for some creative cook tent construction. But our walk up was really nice. It kind of alternated hot and cold. We arrived in camp with perfect, sunny weather and we're sitting pretty at this point. Tomorrow's plan calls for a rest day. So, wish us luck. It's gonna be a trying day laying around the tent tomorrow. That's about all for now, and checking out from Billy, Solveig and the rest of the crew. Have a good one. RMI Guide Billy Nugent

Mt. Shuksan: Hoffman & Team on Shuksan Sulphide Climb summit!

August 24, 2024

Posted by: Sam Hoffman, Mitch Valaitis

Categories: Expedition Dispatches North Cascades

Elevation: 9,127'

Led by Sam Hoffman and Mitch Valatis, the RMI team summited mid-day Thursday. With the anticipation of poor weather, the climbers adapted and climbed a day-early. The push paid off and we enjoyed sunshine on the top!

Congrats team.

Denali Expedition: Van Deventer & Team Arrive at Denali Base Camp

May 10, 2024

Posted by: Pete Van Deventer, Jackson Breen

Categories: Expedition Dispatches Mt. McKinley

Elevation: 7800'

Thursday, May 9, 2024 - 10:48 pm PDT

The pilots in the Alaska Range are some of the best mountain pilots in the world, so when we chatted with K2 today and they said they didn't think the weather was going to let us make it to base camp today, we took it to heart. They are the pros at flying and if they don't want to go, we don't want to be on the plane. So, we cooled our feet, had a nice breakfast and a nice coffee, and made a plan to refresh some crevasse rescue skills in the hanger. No sooner had we built an anchor than we got the call that things were changing for the better. They watched it for a bit, loaded the planes, looked at it some more, and decided it was worth trying. Sure enough, there was a clear path up the Kahiltna, and suddenly we were in the Alaska Range listening to the retreating whine of the turbo otter as it headed back Talkeetna, leaving us on the glacier to contemplate the size and scale if peaks around us and our undertaking.

We opted to stay at base camp tonight and get things sorted, so we set tents and had our first meal on the mountain. It's a different vibe now from the nervous waiting and preparing. We are here and it's up to us to start moving our things uphill. So, we'll take our fate in our hands and set out for the base of Ski Hill tomorrow to take our first steps on our journey up Denali.

We'll check in tomorrow.

RMI Guides Pete VanDeventer, Jackson Breen & Team

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Denali Expedition: Gately and Team Move to 11,000’ Camp

May 18, 2019

Posted by: Steve Gately, Ben Ammon, James Bealer

Categories: Expedition Dispatches Mt. McKinley

Elevation: 11,000'

This one is going to be brief, I apologize but its been a long day! We were graced with good weather this morning and we rose early to break down camp and move to 11,000'. The team did a great job moving through the terrain. Light snow flurries kept the temps cool and good for climbing. The final hill into 11,000' Camp is a total butt kicker and the team styled it like pros. The team spent the afternoon building camp and setting up tents before enjoying a well earned meal and a good nights rest. Tomorrow we will travel back down glacier to about 10,000' to retrieve our cached gear and then enjoy having the afternoon free. All is well and the team is doing great! RMI Guide Steve Gately & Team

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Keep up the good work! We really enjoy being able to follow along with these blogs.

Posted by: Dale Thompson on 5/18/2019 at 10:37 am

Great to read of favorable weather & all doing well!

Posted by: Tom Dietz on 5/18/2019 at 10:03 am

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