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Posted by: Solveig Waterfall, Billy Nugent
Categories: Expedition Dispatches Kilimanjaro
Elevation: 14,410'
Posted by: Nikki Champion, Leif Bergstrom, Hannah Blum
Categories: Expedition Dispatches Mt. McKinley
Elevation: 9,800'
Tuesday, June 3, 2025 8:44pm PDT
If we thought yesterday was weathery, today topped it. After we went to bed last night, we were lulled to sleep by the sound of blowing winds and drifting snow — a soundtrack that carried on through the morning and well into the day.
We had a slow roll into the morning, enjoying eggs and hashbrowns before spending some time shoveling and fixing up the bathroom tent. The rest of the day followed a familiar rhythm: a bit of sport eating, followed by rounds of napping.
Around 5 PM, some familiar faces rolled through camp — another RMI team guided by Seth, Jackson, and Ray. We welcomed them into our cook tent for some hot water and shelter while they thawed out. Once everyone was warmed up, we whipped up a big batch of mac and cheese with bacon bits, then tucked in for the night.
We’re prepping our gear and feeling optimistic about making the move to 11,000 feet tomorrow.
— RMI Guide Nikki Champion & Team
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Mt. McKinley Expedition May 27, 2025
Lots of folks tracking your progress here. No doubt you’re all anxious and chomping at the bit to climb. We’re all wishing you clear skies and God’s speed in the days ahead.
The meals sound great… if you don’t get moving soon you may get too fat to climb!
Posted by: Larry Lytle on 6/5/2025 at 8:35 am
Hoping you all get better weather the rest of the trip! So proud of James and the team! Thank you for the updates! Sending love from Colorado!
“Good luck, Daddy!” - Olivia
“Watch out for Polar Bears!” - Henry
Posted by: Kayleen Senado on 6/5/2025 at 6:50 am
Posted by: Seth Burns, Jackson Breen, Raymond Holt
Categories: Expedition Dispatches Alaska
Elevation: 14,000'
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Wednesday, May 28, 2025 - 10:41 pm PT
A true rest day at 14000' Camp. The day began with a more than filling pancake breakfast that lasted well into the late morning. After some more lounging we began adding to our walls of snow building a true fortress. The rest of the day was filled with more eating and resting.
That's all for now. We are set up for an anticipated snowy couple of days.
-RMI Guide Seth
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McKinley Expedition May 13, 2025
Note to David, This is probably one of the most adventurous activities you could be doing on your birthday. I’m sure this birthday was a happy one! We’re wishing you and the whole team an amazing summit experience soon.
Posted by: Theresa & Chris Mizer on 5/29/2025 at 9:48 pm
Wish David a very happy birthday for me! I know you are having a great time! Can’t wait to hear all about it!
Posted by: Helen Christensen on 5/29/2025 at 10:28 am
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All the best on this last leg. Good weather and safe footing. From Ma, GG and Dawn
Posted by: Barbara Sluboski on 1/26/2019 at 8:22 pm
We are all sending good thoughts your way for tomorrow!
Posted by: Angi Merlone on 1/26/2019 at 2:58 pm
Posted by: JM Gorum, Hannah Smith, Avery Parrinello
Categories: Expedition Dispatches Aconcagua
Elevation: 9,000'
Happy to hear you all are safe and sound! I’m sure a hot shower with lots of soap is much needed, and will be amazing! Enjoy the steak and wine!
Posted by: Shannon Smith on 1/15/2019 at 4:45 pm
Posted by: Pete Van Deventer, Adam Knoff
Categories: Expedition Dispatches Mount Rainier
Elevation: 14,410'
I was thinking back to this day one year ago when a group of strangers set out to climb to Camp Muir.
Little did we know the challenges we would face and how we would be far closer then we started and with such an amazing story to tell. Hope everyone is doing well.
Posted by: Jamie Watts on 9/24/2019 at 10:56 am
Congratulations P! You did it! So super proud of you! Yahoo! Glad your on your way back! Phew! Xoxoxox ❤️❤️
Posted by: Wilson Family on 9/30/2018 at 11:58 am
Good luck everyone! Especially my awesome brother Mickey!! ⛰
Posted by: Corie Gordon on 8/24/2018 at 4:20 pm
Posted by: Mark Tucker, Hannah Smith, Avery Parrinello
Categories: Expedition Dispatches Aconcagua
Elevation: 16,200'
Hello to all…CONGRATULATIONS Whynde and Brittni
Posted by: Geri Kuehn on 1/22/2018 at 8:11 am
Posted by: Pete Van Deventer, Jess Matthews, Jenny Konway
Categories: Expedition Dispatches Mt. McKinley
Elevation: 14,000'
On The Map
Made it down to base camp Tuesday morning at about 12:05 AM. You may have heard we endured some unexpected weather on the way down. But it looks like everything is starting to change. Sunny skies at Base this morning after almost 2-weeks of less than optimal conditions. Beautiful flight out. I’m rooting for you all!!!. Stay strong and get this done!!!
Joel
Posted by: Joel on 5/30/2017 at 10:43 pm
Thinking of everyone, especially our nephew, Peter Bilodeau. Prayers for safety & success!
With love,
Aunt Ann & Uncle Dave
Posted by: Ann Douglas on 5/30/2017 at 1:22 pm
Posted by: Zeb Blais, Chase Nelson
Categories: Expedition Dispatches Peru Seminar
Elevation: 14,400'
You guys are amazing! So happy you got to summit! Love you!
Posted by: Melissa on 8/17/2015 at 4:54 pm
Congratulations to my two favorite men!
Love Katrina
Posted by: Katrina on 8/17/2015 at 4:38 pm
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