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RMI Guide JJ Justman calls from the summit of Ixtaccihuatl, 17,340', Mexico.
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Dear Team, I hope that the weather goods are smiling and that you are making steady progress - be safe from head to toe! Feli (Wolf’s wife)
Posted by: felicitas funke-riehle on 7/20/2015 at 3:05 pm
K-nice work !!! Told you that blue skies await you ! Warm up get dry and conquer that summit:-). Then get your butt back stateside !!! Be safe and have a blast. Take care of your stomach bug. M
Posted by: Michael on 7/19/2015 at 3:04 pm
Posted by: Casey Grom
Categories: Expedition Dispatches Kilimanjaro
Jambo everyone,
Today we visited Ngorongoro Crater, considered by some to be the 8th Natural wonder of the world. The crater is roughly 100 square miles and is home for more than 25,000 animals that have taken up residence. We hit the road early with hopes of catching a few more animals before the heat of the day sent them in search of shade.
There were many sightings today of hyenas, jackles, ostrich, and countless other birds. We manage to see a few Lions, although not as close as we would have hoped for, but it was truly amazing to so many animals in one place.
We have just finished another wonderful meal here at the Plantation Lodge and the team is off to bed after a long, but very rewarding day on safari.
RMI Guide Casey Grom and the Safari Crew
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Kilimanjaro Climb & Safari September 2, 2025
Posted by: Pete Van Deventer, Nick Sinapius, Ben Thorneycroft
Categories: Expedition Dispatches Alaska
Elevation: 20,310'
Monnday, May 26, 2025 - 8:09 am PT
Mt. McKinley Summit!
It was a splitter morning, so we prepped for a big day and left at 10:15 with sun on camp and the Autobahn in the shade. For that reason we were wearing pretty much everything we had. There had been maybe one other guided team above 17,000' this year, and not much traffic overall, so the infamous Autobahn needed quite a bit of foot scuffing and picket hammering as we passed. It made for tough work, but we were across to Denali Pass. Light wind and clouds that were in and out were the rest of the day, and at 6:15 AK time, we walked onto the summit. It’s always emotional reaching a big goal, and we took it in before turning our attention downhill. Moving down under the late Alaskan light we made good time and were back at camp at 10:15. A late dinner, recovery, and sleep are in store.
Tomorrow we’ll start the descent to the airstrip, which is always incredible in its speed.
RMI Guide Pete, Nick, Ben, and a very happy and tired team.
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Denali Expedition May 8, 2025
Let’s go!!! Congrats everyone. That’s an awesome accomplishment. Now get home safe.
Posted by: JP Love on 5/26/2025 at 4:49 pm
Congratulations to you all on making it to the summit.
Posted by: Peggy McMahon on 5/26/2025 at 12:25 pm
Today, we had an early start, however we weren’t sleepy on the trail for very long.
We crossed the river on foot five minutes away from our last trekking camp. The frigid waters came up to our knees as we crossed. Yikes! All this before sunrise. We quickly dried our feet and legs, and put on warmer foot wear to make our way up to Aconcagua. Six hours of hiking later, climbing 3,300 feet over seven miles, we walked into base camp.
We’re finally here! A few days to acclimate, and we should head up to Camp 1.
RMI Climber James Esrey
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Aconcagua Expedition January 31, 2025
Posted by: Hannah Smith
Categories: Guide News
Geez Louise! Like I said, what you are experiencing is like a movie! Small town minnesota girl! Who would ever dream that you would be doing what you are!
Posted by: Shannon Smith on 10/23/2018 at 4:36 pm
Posted by: Tyler Jones, Jess Matthews
Categories: Expedition Dispatches Mount Rainier
Elevation: 14,410'
I man’s reach should exceed his grasp or what’s a mountain for!
Neil, I’m awed by what you are doing, but I won’t be happy till I know you are back on terra firma.
Much love.
Posted by: Marilyn Chapman on 9/9/2017 at 5:58 am
We are proud of you. Want to hear all about it.
Bible Isaiah 55:12 “for you shall go out with joy, and be led out with peace; the mountains and the hills Shall break forth into singing before you.”
Posted by: Larry and Virgie Henry on 9/8/2017 at 10:55 am
Posted by: Eric Frank
Categories: Expedition Dispatches North Cascades
Posted by: Dave Hahn, Billy Nugent
Categories: Expedition Dispatches Mount Rainier
Elevation: 12,300'
We can’t wait to hear all about your adventure! We decided to combine your names (Fred & Jack) and dub you “Team Frack”..Lol. ....Go Team Frack !!! ~ Your Friends @ Toyota
Posted by: Dawn on 9/24/2016 at 10:11 am
Congrats to Rhonda and the rest of the team. Stay strong and be safe.
Posted by: Judy on 11/11/2015 at 10:13 am
Awesome!! Congratulations on summiting Ixta! We love the blog and hearing how the expedition is progressing. Can’t wait to see the photos and videos! Hello to our son, Nick:-)!! Good luck with the rest of the week.
Posted by: Julie Beres on 11/11/2015 at 7:35 am
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