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Posted by: Elias de Andres Martos, Robby Young
Categories: Expedition Dispatches Peru Seminar
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Posted by: Nikki Champion, Leif Bergstrom, Hannah Blum
Categories: Expedition Dispatches Mt. McKinley
Friday May 30, 2025 -5:06 pm PDT
Well, we got everyone ready. Spirits were high, packs were packed, and the skies were crystal clear in town when we woke up… but sadly, the mountain had other plans. Basecamp was totally socked in.
So we got put on standby, crossing fingers and toes for a break in the weather.
And then we waited… and waited… and waited some more.
Unfortunately, instead of a magical clearing, the weather just kept building, and it became pretty clear that our window wasn’t going to open today. So, we shifted gears—found some lodging in town, went on a few sanity-preserving jogs, and then regrouped for dinner as a team.
Wash, rinse, repeat… and hope Friday brings the goods.
Think clear thoughts!
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Mt. McKinley Expedition May 27, 2025
Posted by: Jess Wedel, Sam Marjerison
Categories: Expedition Dispatches Everest BC Trek and Lobuche
Elevation: 11,300'
“We look like a bag of skittles,” Jenell said as we started our morning leaving Phakding.
It had rained all night and the colors surrounding the Dudh Khosi River were saturated. Amongst them our bright rain shell jackets and pants seemed especially loud.
Did we stop at the bakery just a few minutes outside our teahouse? Yes. Yes, of course we did! Pockets filled with pastries we made our way to the base of the Namche hill. It stayed cloudy and drizzled on us as we officially entered Sagarmatha National Park and soon took a quick break for lunch. The drizzle turned to a full-on rain as we stood at the base of the hill looking up at the Hillary Bridge. We got in formation, one step, and then another right behind the person in front of us. Taking deep breaths and climbing steadily. The rain didn’t let up and the mud was epic but this team stayed positive and many laughs were had along the way. We stood to the side of the trail as the train of mules slipped and slid their way past us. We listened for their bells to know when they were coming. The rain turned to a quiet snow as we hummed along those final few hundred vertical feet to Namche.
Namche Bazaar, the city on a hill. Somehow made even more magical covered in a dusting of fresh snow. What a place! We climbed a little higher through town to our teahouse, Camp de Base, and were greeted with big pots of hot chocolate and popcorn. What a day!
One of our Sherpa guides, Dawa, said to me this evening, “this is a strong team” and I couldn’t agree more. Conditions were tough on an already hard day and everybody absolutely crushed it. We are one step closer to our goal but very much looking forward to a rest day tomorrow.
RMI Guides Jess, Sam and team
P.S. Diane, we miss you!
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Everest Base Camp Trek & Lobuche, March 16, 2024
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Hugs and big wet kisses to our APA and hunny! We love you! Wish you all good luck on the summit tomorrow!
Mea and the little Kelly’s.
Posted by: Tam Doan on 7/4/2019 at 11:36 am
Posted by: Mike Haugen, Jenny Konway, Grayson Swingle
Categories: Expedition Dispatches Mt. McKinley
Elevation: 7,800'
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Hemingway said, “There are only three real sports: Bull-fighting, car racing, and mountain climbing. All the others are mere games.” Be safe as you continue your sport however your loved ones will not fault you if you decide to take up ping pong when you return..GO TEAM!!
Love Mom and Zeppelin
Posted by: Kristi Kennelly on 6/20/2019 at 8:01 pm
Howdy from your Texas fan base! Prayers for continued good weather and best of luck to whole crew!
Posted by: Denise Dahm on 6/20/2019 at 7:40 pm
Posted by: JM Gorum, JT Schmitt, Dustin Wittmier
Categories: Expedition Dispatches Mt. McKinley
Elevation: 14,200'
On The Map
Enjoy the rest while you’re able. Lol! I’m wondering if your carb loading, e.g., Snickers, pasta, etc :) Fingers crossed for good weather!
Posted by: Susan Moore on 6/1/2019 at 8:51 pm
Ha, fBook challenged, apparently also RMI website challenged…. Will post reduced photos and movies when I land in NH with Wi-Fi, or feel free to email me for full resolution. Y’all were great. Moe
Posted by: Moe on 7/3/2016 at 5:41 pm
Hi guys, you were a great bunch. Got some great photos, and good sliding movies complete with whooping. I just got back to Boston, waiting for bus,
Posted by: Maureen Horgan on 7/3/2016 at 5:36 pm
Woohoo! Sounds like a fiesta! Hope the wind subsides and that you are staying warm- bet you’re missing some good old malaysian cooking right now after all that trail food, don’t you worry, i’ll eat an extra plate of chicken curry for you. Love you papa.
Posted by: Yashu on 6/23/2011 at 10:45 am
Dr. K we are here at st.marks thinking about you. Wondering if you still have all of your toes or do you need bethany to make you an appointment with Dr. Anderson. Homer want to know if you could bring him back a northern light.? We hope your hike is going well. Take lots of pictures for us and we will see you soon.
Love,
Homer, Scott, dr zimpolich, and the heart crew.
Ps. run like a gazelle!
Posted by: St.Marks Heart Team on 6/23/2011 at 10:26 am
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