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Kilimanjaro: Hahn & Team Visit Masai Village, Enjoy Safari

August 12, 2017

Posted by: Dave Hahn

Categories: Expedition Dispatches Kilimanjaro

Another long, but amazing day out on the safari circuit for the Taos team. We had a relaxed 9 AM departure from the Plantation Lodge. Adamson and Makubi took us to a Masai village for a brief tour. We danced a little, jumped high, and got inside some small, earthen dwellings to understand how this prominent Tanzanian tribe lives without modern conveniences. Then it was on to Tarangire National Park. Before long we were deep within this immense network of winding dirt roads, baobab trees, twisting river valleys and animals animals animals. We no longer stopped for individual zebras and wildebeest, since we were seeing thousands of them. After the hundredth giraffe and the five hundredth elephant, we started reserving our picture snaps for the babies in the bunch. We covered mile after mile, exploring and watching out for wildcats, water bucks, elan, impalas and gazelles. Lake Manyara and Ngorongoro Crater were each wonderful, but both were discreet areas with natural borders hemming them in. That isn't the case with Tarangire. We could see wildlife spread out to the horizons in all directions... the Africa we'd dreamed of. By day's end, we pulled into Balloon Camp, an excellent "tent" hotel out in the bush with armed guards to escort us from one tent to another. Those guards stood vigilant as we enjoyed an outdoor campfire and sumptuous barbecue buffet under the stars (and clouds). No lions, leopards, or cheetahs intruded on our wonderful dinner but we are still hoping they'll come for breakfast. It will be our last morning of Safari and we are still excited to see just what might be out there. Best Regards, RMI Guide Dave Hahn

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Kilimanjaro: Tucker & Team Say Farewell to Africa

July 18, 2015

Posted by: Mark Tucker

Categories: Expedition Dispatches Kilimanjaro

Mark Tucker calling from the Kilimanjaro Airport. We are all moving in the direction of home: a couple to Zanzibar and some are off to England. We have been knocking it along the old, dirt trail. We got a shower in and a five-course meal at the Dik Dik and have been having a gas. It's amazing how time just compresses when you're enjoying yourself so much. Unfortunately we haven't been able to communicate with you due to some challenges in the connectivity world. But overall, I hope you guys have been kept up to date. Everybody's doing great. We had a wonderful summit and a fabulous safari, hate to leave Africa. But we have so many great memories and the team has had a lot of fun. Thanks for following along and we'll talk to you next trip. RMI Guide Mark Tucker

RMI Guide Mark Tucker calls in from Kilimanjaro.

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Forbidden Peak: Davis & Team Summit!

July 3, 2015

Posted by: Leon Davis, Sid Pattison

Categories: Expedition Dispatches North Cascades

Elevation: 8,630'

RMI Guides Leon Davis and Sid Pattison led their team to the summit of Forbidden Peak via the West Ridge today. Leon reported great but hot weather during the climb. They also enjoyed a quiet route with only one other party climbing today. Congratulations to our North Cascades climbers!

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Mt. Rainier: Four Day Summit Climb Teams on Top!

August 27, 2014

Posted by: Brent Okita, Pete Van Deventer

Categories: Expedition Dispatches Mount Rainier

Elevation: 14,410'

The Four Day Summit Climb teams led by RMI Guides Brent Okita and Pete Van Deventer reached the summit of Mt. Rainier this morning at approximately 6:30 am. The teams reported warm temperatures and a near windless morning. The teams were able to spend some time on top enjoying the sunshine and views. They will return to Camp Muir and complete their climb today with their final descent to Paradise. Congratulations to today's Summit Climb teams!

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Way to go Kate!! Congrats—You must have seen a spectacular sunrise. What a great accomplishment—can’t wait to see the pics. and hear what the experience meant to you.

You are an awesome niece and Goddaughter!!

Posted by: Uncle Dan and Aunt Pat on 8/27/2014 at 9:10 pm

Awesome job Kate! We are so stoked for you and can’t wait to hear all about it! Check another one off the list!
Courtney and Melissa

Posted by: Courtney Baker on 8/27/2014 at 8:33 pm

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Mt. McKinley: Knoff & Team Ready for the Kahiltna Glacier!

June 19, 2014

Posted by: Adam Knoff, Lindsay Mann

Categories: Expedition Dispatches Mt. McKinley

Elevation: 348'

June 19, 2014 - 11:24 am PT The team spent yesterday packing, chatting and organizing food. Today we arrived at the hangar and we're told to stand by...a few hours later we are still standing by but are loading are bags onto planes and got the go ahead to change into climbing clothes. Hopefully, we will be loading the planes shortly and our next correspondence will be sent from the Kahiltna Glacier! RMI Guide Adam Knoff

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Glad to hear you are all having such a great trip so far, lets hope it stays that way! I hope you are ever ready for the summit attempt later down the road!

(world cup spoiler below!)
By the way, you missed a nail biting end to the USA-Portugal game—Portugal came back in the last 10 seconds with a header to tie it at 2-2!

Posted by: Nick Iodice on 6/23/2014 at 3:55 am

Have fun, climb safely, enjoy the view!

Posted by: Susan Lampas on 6/21/2014 at 6:17 am

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Ecuador Seminar: Knoff & Team Feeling Strong for Cotopaxi Attempt

January 17, 2014

Posted by: Adam Knoff, Nick Hunt

Categories: Expedition Dispatches Ecuador

Elevation: 16,000'

The great weather continued today as we left the comforts of the beautiful Chilcabamba Eco Lodge and ventured up to the Jose Ribas Refugio at 16,000’ on Cotopaxi were we are posed to make our third major summit attempt of the trip. Everyone is in great spirits, feeling strong and acclimatized, which is not an easy feat when at 16,000’! We are waiting for our local, in-house (or should I say in-hut) chef to complete our dinner feast of soup, chicken, crackers, and rice; the wafting smell is oh so enticing right now. This sustenance will get us through until the alarm beckons us to rise and climb. Tomorrow is our summit day on Cotopaxi. Wish us luck! RMI Guide Adam Knoff

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Mt. Rainier: Muir Seminar on the Summit!

September 27, 2017

Posted by: Brent Okita, Solveig Waterfall

Categories: Expedition Dispatches Mount Rainier

Elevation: 14,410'

RMI Guide Brent Okita just called in from the Mt. Rainier summit! The last of the teams are coiling in at the crater rim and enjoying magnificent views with just a breath of wind. They will be on the summit for about an hour and radio us when they begin their descent back to Camp Muir. Congratulations seminar team!

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Layton,

Enjoy the beauty and wonder of the world. Take in every precious moment. Even though we are not there, we are always with you in heart, supporting every step of your journey.

Love Always,
Jane & Zorba

Posted by: Jane Ccaihuari and Zorba on 9/28/2017 at 8:19 am

Enjoy the adventure Layton!! Proud of you, be safe, can’t wait to hear the stories and see pictures.
Love you

Posted by: Sondra and Harry on 9/28/2017 at 7:57 am

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Mt. McKinley: Nugent & Team Take A Snow Day

June 26, 2015

Posted by: Billy Nugent, Mike King, Sean Collon

Categories: Expedition Dispatches Mt. McKinley

Elevation: 14,200'

Friday, June 26, 2015 - 2:47 pm PT It is a snowy day here at Camp 4...The gang is currently chilling in the tents and posh on our first scheduled rest day that just happened to coincide with a change in the weather. Spirits are high and we are keeping our fingers crossed for marginally better weather tomorrow and a hopeful carry up to high camp. Quotes of the day: "Don't tell me how to eat my Oreos!" - Sean "How are geriatrics and RMI guides alike? It depends..." - Art and Doug "The wise man chooses nachos." - Mike "I gotta save Canada from those gosh darn moose..." - Marc "I love pico de gallo!" - Billy RMI Guide Billy Nugent and Team

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I love Pico de Gallo! With fresh shredded cheese.

Posted by: Michael McDonald on 6/27/2015 at 6:14 pm

enjoy your rest day !

Posted by: MARK AND HELEN WALSH on 6/27/2015 at 4:42 am

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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. Rainier: June 22nd Teams on the Summit

June 22, 2011

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Categories: Expedition Dispatches Mount Rainier

Elevation: 14,410'

The Four Day Summit Climb June 19 - 22 led by Brent Okita reached the summit of Mt. Rainier this morning with 100% of his team. Leon Davis lead the Five Day Summit Climb June 18 - 22 on their summit climb this morning. The teams reported clear, cold and slightly windy conditions this morning with about 35mph winds. They were descending from the crater rim at 7:30 a.m. PT making their way back to Camp Muir and then down to Paradise. Congratulations to the Four and Five Day Climb Team Members!

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