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Posted by: Casey Grom
Categories: Expedition Dispatches Kilimanjaro
Saturday, January 18, 2025 - 6:23 am PT
We’re back!
Yesterday’s climb was tough. Possibly the hardest climb of Kilimanjaro I’ve had out of 34 trips. It was very windy and cold all night as we tried to rest at high camp and unfortunately it continued howling for the majority of the climb. It took us about eight hours to successfully stand on the “Roof of Africa” and this team fought courageously the entire time.
After a few photos, phone calls, and just catching our breath, the team descended back down to our high camp where we greeted by our staff with songs and a little dance. It brought smiles and a much needed boost after all the hard work. We then descend for a few more hours to reach our last camp on the mountain. Amazing how 10,000' can feel so comfortable after such a big day.
Our final day on the mountain!
Today the team got up at 6 am mostly refreshed after a much needed nights sleep, we had breakfast, then hit the trail one last time. It took about 3 hours to reach the park gate where the team had lunch and said our final goodbyes to our amazing crew of 35 that took such great care of us on the mountain. We finished the little celebration by handing out their well deserved tips and then hopped aboard our awaiting bus for the ride back to the lodge.
Finally we are all safe and sound, cleaner, and smelling fresh after an exciting seven day journey up and down Kilimanjaro that has no doubt bonded us from the experience.
I also asked the team for one word that best described their experience on this adventure.
And he’s what we all came up with.
Strength
Pride
Gratitude
Teamwork
Defining
Fortitude
Stayed tuned, Safari starts tomorrow!
RMI Guide Casey Grom and crew
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Categories: Expedition Dispatches North Cascades
Elevation: 9,127'
Led by Sam Hoffman and Mitch Valatis, the RMI team summited mid-day Thursday. With the anticipation of poor weather, the climbers adapted and climbed a day-early. The push paid off and we enjoyed sunshine on the top!
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Elevation: 7,800'
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Good luck to everyone!
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RMI Guide Mike Walter checks in from 17,000 ft Camp after summit bid.
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Congrats Mark! Get down safely and enjoy some town life now!
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Sorry the whole team has to read this, but, Keith, the alarm keypad is beeping continuously. Is there a way to turn it off? Pushing “Cancel” does nothing.
Yuki
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Categories: Expedition Dispatches Elbrus Southside
Elevation: 11,000'
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52 Peaks! I’m with you in spirit! Stay safe & enjoy!
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Awesome job you guys! Paul you are amazing!!!
Posted by: Merilee Jopson on 5/14/2015 at 9:58 am
Congratulations to everyone! Very exciting to get the updates. Wish I was there!!! Good luck!
Posted by: Leo Wright on 5/13/2015 at 12:17 pm
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Categories: Expedition Dispatches Aconcagua
Following the blog. Have an amazing time and stay safe, enjoy the adventure
Love marie
Posted by: Marie Pope on 6/7/2019 at 1:55 pm
We’re following you and your team. What an amazing adventure! The photos are gorgeous. Stay safe and have a fantastic time!
Posted by: Stephanie Smith on 6/7/2019 at 4:38 am
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