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Kilimanjaro: Waterfall & Team Are Off the Mountain

August 12, 2015

Posted by: Seth Waterfall

Categories: Expedition Dispatches Kilimanjaro

Greetings from the Dik Dik Hotel. We are all off the mountain safe and sound. This morning we woke up with the sun just before 7. After some crepes and porridge for breakfast we hit the trail. It was a little slick and muddy from the rain yesterday but everyone was motivated to get down to the trailhead so it didn't slow us down. Once we reached the road it was drizzling so we just jumped in the truck and drove back to the hotel. Now we are taking turns showering, having lunch and packing for safari. Tomorrow morning the second phase of the trip starts, but tonight we are going to celebrate a great time on Kilimanjaro. Here is a summit pic from yesterday. RMI Guide Seth Waterfall

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Congratulations on your successful climb. What a great opportunity and adventure to travel to Africa. Look forward to seeing you and hearing more about your trip when you return home. You are in our prayers.

Posted by: Aunt Tout & Uncle Russ on 8/13/2015 at 10:49 am

Llex and all, Have fun and safe travels on the safari! Love you!!!! Mom and Dad

Posted by: Jan Amos on 8/13/2015 at 6:40 am

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Mt. McKinley: Upper West Rib Team Bides Their Time

June 10, 2015

Posted by: Geoff Schellens, Eric Frank

Categories: Expedition Dispatches Mt. McKinley

Elevation: 14,200'

All of the pieces are in place for an attempt on the Upper West Rib, now we are just waiting on the weather. With yesterday's carry to 16,400ft we have had a chance to stress our bodies and progress the acclimatization process. The weather in the Alaska range can be a fickle thing. Moisture from the south mixes with frigid temperatures from the north, and the resulting scale of weather can be anything from light snow flakes to true arctic blizzards. Right now we are in a holding pattern waiting for the snow to stop. It has only snowed a few inches today, but two feet are predicted for the coming 48 hours. With our shovels at the ready we are waiting to see if the prediction comes true. There is a silver lining to the forecast, however. It appears as though after this round of snowfall, the weather will stabilize and we may get our window to climb. That is still a few days out, but we are hopeful. The highlight around camp today was a potluck style lunch. After two weeks on the glacier a little variety in the daily diet was a welcomed change. Thanks for following along, and if anyone feels like overnight shipping a snowblower and a few gallons of gas our way, it would be much appreciated. RMI Guides Geoff Schellens, Eric Frank and the UWR team.

Mt. McKinley: Upper West Rib Team Prepares in Talkeetna

May 29, 2015

Posted by: Geoff Schellens, Eric Frank

Categories: Expedition Dispatches Mt. McKinley

Elevation: 348'

Friday, May 29th 12:52pm PDT Today the UWR (Upper West Rib) McKinley team is scurrying around getting all of our gear dialed for the glacier. Planes are landing and taking off every few minutes, which keeps us motivated to stay on our tasks. Line by line we are crossing off our check lists, and the piles of food and gear are growing to epic proportions. The weather is stable right now, and it looks promising that we will fly on tomorrow. Thanks for following along. We'll update everyone from the glacier! RMI Guides Eric Frank and Geoff Schellens and team

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Go Kim! I’m holding down the fort in Cincy so no worries! :)

Posted by: Maria on 6/1/2015 at 6:18 am

Hi, Kimmy. My back hurts just looking at all that stuff you have to carry!! Have a great time! I’ll try and not screw up too much while you’re gone! - Helen

Posted by: Helen on 5/31/2015 at 12:07 pm

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Mt. McKinley: Van Deventer & Team Take A Weather Day at 11,200’

May 22, 2015

Posted by: Josh Maggard, Pete Van Deventer, Robby Young

Categories: Expedition Dispatches Mt. McKinley

Elevation: 11,200'

May 21, 2015 - 11:31 pm PT Mt. McKinley made it abundantly clear today that we were welcome to stay in the tents, but were not welcome to move higher. Big snow plumes above us and swirling clouds, snow, and wind in camp made the decision to rest for the day easy. We passed the time with a long brunch, some tent time, and another long dinner session hanging out in the posh. This evening our visibility improved, the sun shone through, and the winds diminished, so we're hopeful that we'll take a take two tomorrow and head up to 14,000'. Keep your finger crossed for us. RMI Guides Pete Van Deventer, Robby Young, Josh Maggard and team

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Thinking of you all up there. McKinley is showing both her sides to you, will definately cross fingers she will start behaving tomorrow and let you guys through.
Love and miss you Renee as always. So very proud of you. Please keep safe and warm. Jordy leaving Oz soon - how exciting hey. All doggies well as far as i know - Mama xxx

Posted by: lori on 5/22/2015 at 4:17 pm

Team Pete that sounds like the best decision. Keep spirits up we are all praying for better weather and safety for all for the rest of your journey. Thanks for the update !
Matt everyone here @ home miss you bunches, stay healthy and strong!!
I go by your house every other day get mail it lets people see someone is there its all fine, pool does not seem to be open sure wish it was :>( Stay safe and warm.
Till next update
Love you mom xox

Posted by: Terri on 5/22/2015 at 1:14 pm

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Aconcagua: Nugent & Team Resting at Camp 2

January 24, 2015

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Categories: Expedition Dispatches Aconcagua

Elevation: 18,000'

Pulse ox pressure breathing contest in the tent today... We are still here at Camp 2 taking our last rest before the circus begins tomorrow. We're enjoying good weather, which is a bit unnerving, resting on a perfect day... But the good forecast is supposed to hold for several days and this rest and acclimatization will make us that much stronger and safer on our summit push. We'll continue to check in as we can along the way but things are sure to be hectic as we're hoping to move to high camp at Plaza Cólera, summit, descend to Base Camp, and then head for the road without a break in the action over the next 5 days. Wish us luck... RMI Guide Billy Nugent

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You are incredible!!! I love you!!!

Posted by: Beth on 1/25/2015 at 9:07 pm

We are so proud of you, Daddy!!!! You can do it! Remember we are looking up at the same stars together. We love the pictures and hearing all about your daily adventures. Sending big hugs and kisses every second. Xoxoxoxo!!!!

Posted by: Mia & Zoe on 1/25/2015 at 9:04 pm

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Aconcagua: Justman & Team Rest Day at Plaza Argentina

December 21, 2014

Posted by: JJ Justman, Steve Gately, Chase Nelson

Categories: Expedition Dispatches Aconcagua

Elevation: 13,800'

Today was another rest day at Aconcagua Basecamp and we could not have picked a better day! The wind is howling, the sky is obsolete shrouded in clouds. But! And it's a big But! The team is doing great! We are sleeping, reading, eating quesadillas and simply enjoying being in the mountains. After all, isn't that what it's all about?!! RMI Guide JJ Justman

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Best of luck to the team, especially to Debbie!

Posted by: Barbara Schwarz on 12/22/2014 at 7:53 am

Let your mind have the dream it desires and let your body have the peace it deserves.

Posted by: Chris on 12/21/2014 at 10:17 pm

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Denali Expedition: Mike Walter & Team Carry Cache to the Base of Ski Hill

May 10, 2024

Posted by: Mike Walter, Jess Wedel, Michael Murray

Categories: Expedition Dispatches Mt. McKinley

Elevation: 9700'

Thursday May 9, 2024 – 8:09 PDT

We're back at camp after a good day on the Kahiltna Glacier. We carried a cache of gear and supplies up Ski Hill to around 9700'. Yesterday we had great views and warm temps. Today was quite different, as we were navigating inside a ping pong ball and breaking trail all day. We're hoping for good weather tomorrow so we can move camp up to 11k.

We’ll keep you posted.

RMI Guide Mike Walter & Team

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Ecuador Volcanoes: Wittmier & Team Enjoy Well Deserved Rest Day

January 30, 2024

Posted by: Dustin Wittmier, Mike Bennett

Categories: Expedition Dispatches Ecuador

Rest day!

Every member of this team deserved one day without hiking, climbing or traveling and we took this one at Casa Ilayaku, which is a lovely, modern hacienda nestled on the slopes of a defunct volcano outside of Quito. Reading, chatting with family over the phone, eating nice meals, checking out the gardens and general lounging were just a few of the relaxing activities for the day. It's helpful that the food here is healthy and fresh to help us heal from the events of yesterday (summitting Cayambe) and prepare for our climb of Antisana.

This evening, we turned our focus towards Antisana. We have a solid plan in place, great Ecuadorian mountain guides and are armed with more experience. Now we hope for good weather to cap off what has already been an excellent trip with a fun team.

RMI Guide Dustin Wittmier

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Mt. Shuksan: Nugent & Team Check in from the Sulphide Glacier

September 8, 2015

Posted by: Billy Nugent

Categories: Expedition Dispatches North Cascades

Elevation: 6,000'

Hey, it's Billy here checking in from the Sulphide Glacier on Mt. Shuksan. We're on an expedition skills seminar. All is well here. We had a good day of training despite some moderately inclement weather, a little bit of overcast skies and some rain in the morning. But that didn't stop us from doing the snow school and learning some snow anchors and other skills, and everyone's doing well. Right now things are just starting to clear up actually for the first time so the team is enjoying the views and taking some photos, and we're all hanging out and going to rack out soon and head to bed and looking for another good day of training tomorrow. Alright so I'll call in tomorrow evening and let you guys know how it went. Alright bye for now. RMI Guide Billy Nugent

RMI Guide Billy Nugent checks in from the Expedition Skills Seminar - Shuksan.

Mt. Rainier: July 25th Update

July 25, 2015

Posted by: Brent Okita, Pete Van Deventer

Categories: Expedition Dispatches Mount Rainier

Elevation: 11,200'

The Four Day Summit Climb led by Brent Okita and Peter Van Deventer did not reach the summit this morning. The teams left Camp Muir at about 1:00 am in full hard shell layers, but it was not match for the weather. The team made the decision to turn at Ingraham Flats. They will be departing Camp Muir at around 8:30 this morning and be back in Ashford in the early afternoon. Congratulations to today's teams!

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