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Today the we had an early start and left behind our comfortable lodge as we have headed to the mountain towards the start of the climb. We left around 8am and drove along the rural country side and small villages for 1.5 hours before reaching the park entrance called Machame. Which is also the name of the route we are climbing.
Once we arrived at the park gate we had all of our gear weighed and divided into loads for our porters and other staff to carry before hitting the trail. Once everything was in order we started our climb slowly making our way up the winding trail that ascends continuously through the thick forest. Thankfully the overhead canopy provided a bit of relief from the hot sun overhead.
We are about to start our 6 hour hike to camp that sits around 10,000ft and most likely won’t have reception so I’m sending this from the entrance.
Everyone is doing well and looking forward to a good nights rest.
RMI Guide Casey Grom and crew
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Aconcagua Expedition January 23, 2025
Thursday, May 23, 2024 - 8:05 am PT
Being on Denali often requires an exercise in patience. After working hard to set ourselves up for success, moving to 11,000' Camp and carrying to just below 14,000' Camp, we’ve spent the last few days weathering the inevitable storms the Alaska range brings. Eating good, resting and sharing laughs has carried us through the weather days, with the hope of soon shouldering our heavy packs and moving further up the mountain to establish camp at 14,000'. Until then we will see what the mountain has to offer us and continue to settle into our life on Denali. Tune in next time.
RMI Guide Dan May
New Post Alerts:
Denali Expedition, May 12, 2024
I understand Will has joined this team for the rest of the climb. Hope you have great weather for the rest of your expedition. I can only imagine the views. We will be following your progress.
Posted by: Bill Lefler on 5/25/2024 at 2:14 pm
Hey Dustin and Team! Hopefully Denali is just showing you Mother Nature is in charge , just for the experience , then Perfect weather to move up hill!!!
Farmer Dave
Posted by: Dave Kestel on 5/24/2024 at 3:20 am
So excited for Anna and Eli!
Posted by: Lapuyade Reid Joan on 5/20/2019 at 8:50 am
Congratulations to the entire team and especially to our son, Danny.
A wonderful accomplishment that will stay with you for the rest of your lives. Proud of our son and all the young people like those in the team. I applaud you!
Posted by: Mac on 5/13/2019 at 11:49 am
Posted by: Christina Dale
Categories: Expedition Dispatches Torres del Paine
RMI Guide Christina Dale calls in from Torres del Paine.
Drink that clear, clean glacial water of the Andean fountain of youth! We are tracking you from southern Florida where it is a balmy and breezy 87 degrees. Explored little islands off west coast in small boat! Off to Selby Gardens for orchids and Andy Warhol today.
Posted by: Sharon hostler on 2/24/2018 at 8:04 am
Dear Kaki, Deb and Catherine, Thinking of you crossing the Gardner Pass and wishing you clear skies, great views and sure footing. We took ferries from Pune Island to Cabbage Key to North Captiva. My kind of day on the water. Looking forward to your stories. Love Moms
Posted by: Sharon Hostler on 2/23/2018 at 12:41 pm
Posted by: Dave Hahn, Hannah McGowan, Hannah Smith, Avery Parrinello
Categories: Expedition Dispatches Mt. McKinley
Elevation: 348'
Posted by: Jake Beren, Steve Gately, Megan Budge
Categories: Expedition Dispatches Mt. McKinley
Elevation: 11,000'
On The Map
Got your satellite text. Glad to hear you are doing well. Thinking of you and your team a lot. Good luck.
Posted by: Jo on 6/6/2017 at 8:57 am
Burt’s Bees beard looking good Big Stephen! Good luck- hope they have some juicy chicken to keep your energy up.
Posted by: Jake on 6/5/2017 at 1:55 pm
Posted by: Brent Okita, Christina Dale, JT Schmitt
Categories: Expedition Dispatches Mt. McKinley
Elevation: 9,600'
On The Map
Thinking about Ron, Dan, Sam and Mikey!
Posted by: Linda Parsons on 9/3/2015 at 6:45 am
HBD Matt! We are excited to hear about your adventure and celebrate your big day down here in the Valley of the Sun!
Love!!
Posted by: Mama Baby on 9/2/2015 at 2:06 pm
On The Map
Whoo Hoo! 13,000 ft and climbing so excited for you all can’t wait to see the summit photo. Go team go! Xox
Posted by: Diane on 7/11/2015 at 7:00 am
Go team go!!! Everyone is doing great!! Sounds as if ya’ll are having great weather. Stay strong and know that ya’ll are all loved very much!!!
Edi and Tim
Posted by: Edi Cronin on 7/10/2015 at 6:51 pm
Wednesday, January 8, 2020 3:56 AM PT
Hello again everyone
The team had a really nice day here on Kilimanjaro today, waking to mostly clear skies and hiking in just a light cloud layer which help keep us cool. We started the day waking at 6:30 to start packing up before moving into our dinning tent for a nice breakfast with porridge, fried eggs, toast, avocado and even some fresh fruit, and most importantly plenty of hot coffee.
We hit the trail shortly after 8am and slowly made our way up the rocky trail with good views of Kili above. The trail climbs up a ridge and eventually out of the trees and allows for some truly spectacular views of the valley below. The team hiked for a little more than 4 hours before reaching out next camp that sits on Shira plateau, which is an ancient lava flow.
Everyone is doing very well and we are currently relaxing in our tents.
RMI Guide Casey Grom and the Kili crew
Awesome work team. You have an awesome guide in Casey Grom. Make Ben carry all the Trango tents in his pack.
Posted by: Ed DaPra on 1/26/2025 at 1:46 pm
Way to go on day #1! Love the pics and update. Cheering for you all and living vicariously through you! Lots of love,
Becca Marquis (Bob Robison’s daughter) and Andy, Blair, Jude, and Emmett
Posted by: Becca Marquis on 1/26/2025 at 11:48 am
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