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Ama Dablam: Elias & Team Ready for Kyajo Ri

November 1, 2018

Posted by: Elias de Andres Martos

Categories: Expedition Dispatches Ama Dablam

Elevation: 12,400'

Namaste from Khumjung! We are taking a rest day today in this beautiful village, with a true local feel and direct views of Ama Dablam. After arriving yesterday from Thame, we officially finished our trekking around Gokyo, and our minds are no set to climbing mode. We're spending the day chilling, prepacking, and reviewing a few things before heading up tomorrow towards Kyajo Ri. Stay tuned for our progress up the first of our climbing objectives! RMI Guide Elias de Andres Martos

Mission Saipal: RMI Guide Hannah Smith & Team Reach Base Camp

October 25, 2018

Posted by: Hannah Smith

Categories: Guide News

Slowly camp came alive. Like little forest creatures coming out of their den, people crawled out of their tents. Before you knew it camp was packed up and we were on our way uphill. We continued to follow the river. After an hour or so of walking we emerged from the jungle and got a view of Saipal Peak. It looks beautiful. The southwest face is impressive. There is an American team attempting it as we speak. Fingers crossed for them, for if they succeed it will be a first ascent. For us, however, we are settling into our Base Camp. We will hangout here for a couple days waiting for the rest of our duffels and begin making a plan on what exactly our objective should be. It feels good being at our Base Camp. Snow lightly falls from the sky as people nestle into their sleeping bags before we gather for dinner. It will be a chilly night. Tomorrow should be a nice relaxing day with ample time to charge our devices. Till tomorrow, RMI Guide Hannah Smith

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Oh yea! Kodiak is very entertained by your stories! I love hearing the daily report!

Posted by: michelle the mom on 10/25/2018 at 10:38 pm

Sounds like you are enjoying yourself. People at work liked your goat sacrifice and marijuana camp story!

Posted by: Shannon Smith on 10/25/2018 at 2:34 pm

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Bolivia Expedition: Frank, Bond, and Team Summit Huayna Potosi!

June 3, 2018

Posted by: Eric Frank, Andy Bond

Categories: Expedition Dispatches Bolivia

Elevation: 19,979'

Sunday, June 3 - 6:18 AM PT Hey, this is Eric and Andy checking in from Bolivia. Just letting you know that everyone made it up to the top of Huayna Potosi this morning. We are in a cloud right now and experiencing a little bit of snow, but have calm winds and we're making our descent. Everyone is doing well and it's a beautiful day in the mountains. RMI Guide Andy Bond

Andy Bond checking in from Bolivia.

Aconcagua: King & Team at Casa de Piedra for the Night

January 30, 2015

Posted by: Mike King, Steve Gately

Categories: Expedition Dispatches Aconcagua

Elevation: 10,550'

This is the RMI Aconcagua team checking in from Casa de Piedra on day 2 of our trek to base camp. We had a sweltering five-hour day trekking into camp. Fortunately, we got the winds within a half hour before reaching Casa de Piedra. We saw our first glimpse of Aconcagua today with stellar views of the South Face and Polish Glacier! The team is learning valuable expedition skills such as, setting up tents in the wind and relaxing in a tent. We are looking forward to a big dinner and a good night's sleep before heading up to 13,800ft tomorrow. Everyone is healthy and in good spirits. RMI Guide Mike King

Ecuador Seminar: Knoff & Team Summit Cayambe!

January 14, 2019

Posted by: Adam Knoff, Taylor Bickford

Categories: Expedition Dispatches Ecuador

Elevation: 18,997'

Hello from Cafe La Vaca, in the town of Cayambe. We have all arrived safely from the mountain and are getting ready to power down massive hamburgers to replenish our bodies after 11 straight hours of climbing this morning. Oh, did I mention the team made a successful summit of Cayambe? I am so distracted by hamburgers I almost forgot the important details. We woke at 11:30 this morning to cloudy skies but warm temps. We started up the mountain at 12:30 and were standing on top in perfect weather by 7:15am. It was one of the most glorious summit days I’ve ever had on this mountain. Somebody cashed in some big karma bucks to get this forecast. Once at the hut the wind picked up and the clouds rolled in. Perfect timing again! Now we will feast, bathe and sleep. Our big mountains are just beginning so rest is imperative to staying healthy and strong. Sending big hugs to all of our family and friends back home. Will write again tomorrow. RMI Guide Adam Knoff

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This mountain looks awesome. Hope you are enjoying your adventure.
Mary (Chris’s mom)

Posted by: Mary Accettura on 1/14/2019 at 9:19 pm

This mountain is awesome, congratulations, hope you are enjoying the good time.
Mary Accettura (Chris’s mom)

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Mt. Rainier: Four Day Summit Climb Teams Turn Due to High Winds

August 30, 2017

Posted by: Geoff Schellens, Mike King

Categories: Expedition Dispatches Mount Rainier

Elevation: 12,500'

The Four Day Summit Climb August 27 - 30 led by RMI Guides Geoff Schellens and Mike King were unable to reach the summit of Mt. Rainier today. The teams turned around at 12,700' due to high winds. The teams have returned safely to Camp Muir. They plan to start their descent to Paradise around 9:30 am PT.

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Remember…. it is the trip that is most important…not the destination…per “Zen and The Art of Motorcycle Maintenance: an inquiry into values” by Robert M. Pirsig”...from a ‘60s mama…...love and prayers for all…come home safely.

Posted by: Sharen Hart on 8/30/2017 at 7:37 pm

Glad you’re all safe. Even though you weren’t able to reach the summit, I hope the journey was an adventure!

Posted by: Elise Resnick on 8/30/2017 at 5:16 pm

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Mt. Rainier: Knoff & Four Day Summit Climb Reach the Summit!

June 6, 2017

Posted by: Adam Knoff, Gloria Roe, Lydia Johnson

Categories: Expedition Dispatches Mount Rainier

Elevation: 14,410'

The June 3-6 Four Day Summit Climb led by RMI Guides Adam Knoff, Gloria Roe and Lydia Johnson reached the summit of Mt. Rainier this morning. Adam reported cold and windy conditions but overall good climbing. The team enjoyed some time on top before starting their return to Camp Muir. We look forward to seeing them at Rainier BaseCamp later today. Congratulations to today's Summit Climb Team!

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Adam, Gloria and Lydia: Thank you for a great climb and a wonderful life experience. You taught us all so much! The camaraderie of the group was fun. Sophie and I enjoyed the deep breaths, rest stepping and the dark ascent into the wonderland!

Posted by: Keefe on 6/9/2017 at 8:43 pm

So proud of you guys!! Enjoy the rest of your trip! You deserve it!! Here’s another one for the books!
Lisa

Posted by: Lisa on 6/6/2017 at 10:48 am

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Aconcagua: King & Team Head To the Mountain

December 30, 2016

Posted by: Mike King, JM Gorum

Categories: Expedition Dispatches Aconcagua

This is Mike King with the RMI December 28th Aconcagua Expedition. We are currently in Penitentes relaxing and waiting for dinner to start. Everyone arrived with all their gear and the Team has already begun to bond and been cranking through tasks to get ready for the 3 day trek to Plaza Argentina. We have clear skies and hot weather in the forecast. This will be a short dispatch as we are at the hotel with wifi, so contact your loved ones here in Argentina and wish them a 'happy New Years and safe & successful climb'. We won't be envious of your Seacrest-Times Square Ball Drop show since we'll be celebrating out under the most spectacular night sky ever taken in with authentic Argentine cowboys cooking the most delicious steaks anyone has had the pleasure of eating. The Camp at Lenas is notorious for not allowing satellite phone coverage so if you do not see a dispatch, do not fret. Know that the group is well and currently experiencing the 'meat sweats' which can translate into 'meatmares' at bedtime. Check back for more great stories from Aconcagua. RMI Guide Mike King

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Wishing you all a Happy and Healthy New Year! Here’s to your journey and wishing you all success!
Be safe, have fun! Love, the Andersen girls

Posted by: Natalia on 12/31/2016 at 10:18 am

Rob, looking forward to following your journey with Mike and team. Safe travels and Happy New Year to everyone! Mike and Paula

Posted by: Michael and Paula Richards on 12/31/2016 at 9:40 am

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Kilimanjaro: Hahn & Team Positioned at High Camp for Summit Bid

September 7, 2015

Posted by: Dave Hahn

Categories: Expedition Dispatches Kilimanjaro

Elevation: 15,000'

Another great day on Kilimanjaro. Yesterday's clouds went away in the night and we were treated to a sparkling and clear, sunny morning. Looking up more than a vertical mile from Karanga Camp, we could see all of Kibo's glaciated southeastern flank. As we've gotten used to, there was a sea of cloud below us -only permitting a brief glimpse now and again as to what might be down there. But we are more focused on what lies above these days. We started climbing at 9:30 AM and in just over two hours we'd gained 2,000 vertical feet and we strolled into Barafu Camp at about 15,000 feet. It was an easy afternoon then of eating, planning and napping. We are in bed early (6PM) because we plan to be up and climbing in the middle of the night. A little luck on the weather doesn't seem to be too much to hope for now... It is calm and the afternoon clouds are fleeing fast. We could have a wonderful climb. Best Regards, RMI Guide Dave Hahn

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Go Jenell!!!!!!

Pole Pole!!!!

Junell/Jenell power!

- Clay

Posted by: Clay Junell on 9/8/2015 at 6:30 am

Hope the summitting was grand! My sister Dori is having the time of her life and I am very proud of her! Safe travels and an easy walk down.

Posted by: Brady Wright on 9/7/2015 at 9:48 pm

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Ecuador Seminar: Parrinello & Team Visit Local Market, Travel to base of Cayambe

February 11, 2023

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Categories: Expedition Dispatches Ecuador

Elevation: 15,300'

Good evening readers,

What is a great way to wake up you ask? Waking up to fresh mountain air and then you walk down a colorful spiral staircase to hot coffee that you sip on a porch looking out on the lush green hills towering all around you as birds tweet in the trees. They say mountain climbing is type 2 fun (fun once your done) but so far we are experiencing type 1 fun (fun as you do it). After our casual morning we loaded the bus to the Otavalo Market. Here is where you buy all the souvenirs for your loved ones back home, plus some for yourself. The big ticket items are blankets, art work, and chocolate. After all that bartering we had worked up an appetite and made our way to a lovely sandwich shop before ending at our final destination, a beautiful hostel at the base of Cayambe. We spent our afternoon learning knots, hitches, and Earnest anchors. These are our building blocks for further skills/training later. Tomorrow we head up to the Climbers Hut where we will continue our training and prepare for our early start Monday to, fingers crossed, the summit of Cayambe. Monday is not our only early start because the alarm clock goes off at 4am tomorrow. So it's early to bed for us as we rest up for many big days to come.

Buenos noches,

RMI Guides Avery, Hannah, and Team

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