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Mexico’s Volcanoes: Dale & Team Ready for Summit Bid

October 10, 2017

Posted by: Christina Dale, JT Schmitt

Categories: Expedition Dispatches Mexico

Elevation: 15,000'

Hi, this is Christina with the RMI Mexico Volcanoes team. We're currently perched high at 15,000 feet at our high Camp on Ixta. Everyone is doing super well. Today we got into camp an hour and a half before we thought we would so we are walking incredibly strong. It's a beautiful day out on the mountain today. We're going to wake up at midnight tonight, and give the summit our best shot. Everyone's feeling great- had a hot meal, and then some hot drinks and some nice time to hang out and enjoy the changing cloud patterns of the Mexico landscape below. We hope to give you our next call from the summit! Wish us well. RMI Guide Christina Dale

RMI Guide Christina Dale calls in from Ixtaccihuatl's high camp.

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Kilimanjaro: Tucker & Team Explore the Ngorongoro Crater

August 16, 2017

Posted by: Mark Tucker

Categories: Expedition Dispatches Kilimanjaro

We spent the day cruising for wildlife in a caldera. Ngoronoro Crater didn't disappoint. There was fairly heavy cloud glued to the crater rim in the morning when we were working around the circumference, but as we dropped into the interior, we got under the weather and enjoyed fine visibility. We saw vast quantities of wildlife including herds of wildebeest, cape buffalo and zebra. There were hippos galore and dozens of colorful birds. The big male lion stole the show as he ambled down the road right next to our vehicle. We finished in the forested area and had the luck of observing a large female lion hanging in a tree taking a nap. Life in the bush is good. The team continues to persevere despite the fine dining and very comfortable rooms. More adventures ahead tomorrow! RMI Guide Mark Tucker

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Denali Expedition: Beren & Team Packed and Ready in Talkeetna

May 31, 2017

Posted by: Jake Beren, Steve Gately, Megan Budge

Categories: Expedition Dispatches Mt. McKinley

Elevation: 348'

May 30, 2017 After a full day packing up, weighing our gear and some serious duffel shuffling we are all set to jet into the Alaska Range tomorrow! Weather permitting we should head in mid morning and take stock of a most beautiful set of mountains. Our fingers are crossed for a grand adventure and we will keep you all posted on our journey. Take care everyone! RMI Guide Jake Beren

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steve i’m almost jealous! hang tough and godspeed. stay warm!!

Posted by: keith h on 6/2/2017 at 7:51 pm

We love you and wish you and your awonderful safe climb
All the guardian angels are watching over you

Posted by: Mom and Dad zabinski on 6/1/2017 at 11:01 am

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Kilimanjaro: Grom & Team Summit!

January 15, 2017

Posted by: Casey Grom

Categories: Expedition Dispatches Kilimanjaro

Elevation: 19,340'

RMI Guide Casey Grom and his entire team reached the top of Kilimanjaro this morning! It was a long day and the team is safely back at camp. They will be heading lower on the mountain soon. We look forward to hearing from the team tomorrow. Congratulations team!

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Congratulations team!!! Ryan McLean, your team is super proud of you!

Posted by: Ashley Carson on 1/16/2017 at 9:17 am

Congratulations to the entire team! - especially Elaine, the most backwards-pantsed goofball that the mountain has ever seen!

Posted by: Alfred Cub on 1/15/2017 at 9:19 pm

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Mt. McKinley: Jones & Team Take a Snow Day at 11,200’

June 3, 2015

Posted by: Chase Nelson, Lindsay Mann, Tyler Jones

Categories: Expedition Dispatches Mt. McKinley

Elevation: 11,200'

June 3, 2015 - 3:48 pm PT Pitter, patter, pitter, patter! Snow day at 11,200'. Well, as we mentioned the snow started last night and throughout today we have received more that a foot of light dry fairy dust. This a has been the first session of shoveling out the tent every other hour and almost surely not the last. With a day to sleep in and recover and hide from the pesky weather. This morning we had some excellent grilled breakfast burritos packed with cheese, eggs, salsa, and of course bacon. This afternoon will work on some more skills will need higher on the mountain and spend some time building our walls higher as the storm continues to swirl. With fingers crossed will try to move our bright orange homes up to 14 camp as soon as we get a break in the weather. RMI Guide Tyler Jones

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Chef Jones makes da bomb burritos!

Posted by: JT on 6/4/2015 at 11:36 am

Hi Brenda we are following you closely looks like Mother Nature is slowing down the team a little! More time to rest and enjoy the mountain. Take care LUL Richie

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Ecuador: Casey Grom & Team Stretch Their Legs on Rucu Pinchincha

January 22, 2015

Posted by: Casey Grom, Nick Hunt

Categories: Expedition Dispatches Ecuador

We stretched our legs today with the first acclimatization hike of our Ecuador's Volcanoes program. Despite a slow start due to weather, we were able to successfully summit Rucu Pinchincha, a 15,400' volcano in Quito's backyard. The day started off with a short taxi ride from our hotel to the base of the Teleférico, a gondola that brought the team to just above 13,000'. Upon arriving, we ducked into the upper station to wait out the clouds and moisture that seemed to be hanging in the air. We drank coffee, told stories, and used the time to get to know each other a little bit better. Soon our waiting was rewarded with a break in the rain. Grabbing our packs, we headed out into the clouds. The views were obscured, but at least we remained dry. A three hour hike and a bit of scrambling brought us to the top, where we grabbed a couple of summit shots and prepared for our descent; we didn't stay long because the rain seemed eager to return! Moving as a team, we made it back to the gondola in about half the time it took to go up, but not soon enough to outrun the rain. We had to shoulder our rain jackets for the last leg of our descent; thankfully the team was strong and spirits were high. Now, back at the hotel, we're packing our duffels in preparation of our move out of Quito tomorrow morning. Hasta mañana, RMI Guides Nick Hunt and Casey Grom, and the rest of Team Ecuador

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Mt. Kilimanjaro: Team Enjoys Great Wildlife Viewing in Ngorongoro Crater

September 10, 2014

Posted by: Seth Waterfall

Categories: Expedition Dispatches Kilimanjaro

Day two on safari is going great! We are down in Ngorongoro Crater and the wildlife viewing is as good as ever. The team is taking to the safari life like a fish to water. Everyone is also psyched that we didn't have to pack our back and move locations for the first time in over a week. That's about all for now. RMI Guide Seth Waterfall

RMI Team Moves to Camp 1 on Aconcagua

January 24, 2009

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Categories: Expedition Dispatches Aconcagua

Elevation: 16,200 ft.

Hello everybody! Billy and Jake here with a dispatch from lovely Camp 1 on Aconcagua. Last night we were visited in camp by both a hawk and a fox; hopefully these are good omens for the rest of our climb. We spent most of today lounging around camp enjoying the sunshine. Tomorrow's plans call for a carry up to Camp 2 up above 19,000'! Should be a tough day but we expect everyone to do well. Thanks to all the friends and family who've been following along.

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Denali Expedition: Van Deventer & Team Hoping Tomorrow is Summit Day

May 25, 2024

Posted by: Pete Van Deventer, Jackson Breen

Categories: Expedition Dispatches Mt. McKinley

Elevation: 17,000'

Saturday, May 25, 2024 - 5:35 pm PT

This morning wasn't quite what we had ordered up. The wind was moving quite a bit of snow at Denali Pass, and it was immediately clear it wasn't the day for us. New forecasts also showed the wind rising this afternoon, but letting off tonight and tomorrow, so tomorrow sounded like the better day anyways. Big shout-out to RMI Guides Andy Bond and Henry Coppolillo for the constant weather updates now that we are in go mode. Camp was calm and pleasant, with snow falling lightly in the afternoon, but warm overall. In a showcase of camaraderie and teamwork, guides from several different teams, including ours, took the opportunity to get into the Autobahn and ensure the pickets and walking are ready for us tomorrow. On to tomorrow!

RMI Guide Pete Van Deventer