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Aconcagua Expedition: King & Team Arrive at Plaza Argentina Base Camp

December 18, 2018

Posted by: Mike King

Categories: Expedition Dispatches Aconcagua

Elevation: 13,800'

We got an early start today so the group could catch a mule ride across the Vacas River. We started our hike up the narrow mouth of the Relinchos valley and eventually made our way onto another high rolling plateau. The winds were calm and the view of Aconcagua just kept getting better. The mountain is holding a lot of winter snow and a descent amount of new snow. This should make climbing to Camp 1 easier on the Team as we hopefully won’t have as much loose scree to navigate. We are all settled in at Base Camp with darkening skies above. The first night at almost 14,000’ is always an adjustment so we will take a day off tomorrow to rest and pack for our carry to Camp 1. Everyone is excited to be here and actually start the climb. Thanks for following along. RMI Guide Mike King

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Hello to Glo. I love that you are all so adventurous and brave.

Mom

Posted by: Michelle on 12/19/2018 at 5:40 am

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Denali Expedition: Hahn & Team Move to 11,000’ Camp

June 24, 2018

Posted by: Dave Hahn, Hannah Smith, Avery Parrinello, Nikki Champion

Categories: Expedition Dispatches Mt. McKinley

Elevation: 11,000'

Sunday, June 24, 2018 - 9:45 PM PT We busted out of camp at 9,500 ft by 7:10 AM. There was still plenty of cloud out and about, but not so much in the direction we wanted to go. Of course things were a little cooler at the lofty heights we were reaching, but not unpleasantly so. We reached the corner at Kahiltna Pass in just over an hour’s time and left the mighty Kahiltna Glacier. A couple of tough uphill pushes then brought us to 11,000. Conditions were sunny, calm and nice as we built camp -we’re starting to get good at this stuff. The afternoon was spent napping and prepping for tomorrow’s carry to 13,500. In the late afternoon and evening we got a heavy and hot snow shower. We dodged it eating burritos in the dining tent. After dinner, things got fun and busy as RMI Guide Mike King’s victorious climbing team came down to share camp for an evening. They’ll head downhill in the early morning and we’ll be looking upward. Best Regards Dave Hahn

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Sue- we are with you on every step! We are there pulling the sled with you, hauling the pack, and climbing! You so have this!!!
-Lots of love, Your crazy tent mates from downtown Kahiltna 2017!!

Posted by: Patty Kudla on 6/26/2018 at 7:07 am

Margaret and Jon, Amy just told me about your climbing adventure and who it honors. What a special tribute to your father, Margaret. Wishing you and all of your team a safe climb. We are cheering you on from Melbourne! Go Go Go!!!!

Posted by: Kristi Darby on 6/26/2018 at 2:34 am

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Denali Expedition: Van Deventer & Team Settle in to Mountain Routine

May 26, 2018

Posted by: Pete Van Deventer, Jess Matthews, Taylor Bickford

Categories: Expedition Dispatches Mt. McKinley

Elevation: 7,800'

We finally made some big moves! Weather was perfect this morning, so we ate our first mountain breakfast and worked on getting our ropes, sleds, and packs rigged for travel. The first morning always takes a bit, between organizing things for the first time, breaking down camp, and all of the other chores like digging cache that have to get done. By noon we were walking, and from there, things couldn't have gone more smoothly. We made excellent time, rolling in to camp with tons of daylight left. We move into a nice camp that had been left, retrofitted it a bit, and then settled in to the mountain routine: making water, dinner, and then more water. Our goal is to cache a load of food and fuel higher up tomorrow, probably just below 11,000', putting us in place to move camp up there the next day. We'll let you know how it goes! RMI Guides Pete, Jess, Taylor, and Team

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Go John Go! Go Raj Go! Hope you can feel the Pom Poms

Posted by: Sue Mamer on 5/27/2018 at 4:34 pm

Magnus! Awesome to read that you are on your way and that the weather is on your side!
Sending you lots of strength and hope you and the team will take you all the way up to the top.
Be safe and know we are following your progress! Björn reminds you! In Sweden blue skies and +25C every day :)

The plant team in Billes!

Posted by: Anne on 5/27/2018 at 5:09 am

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Aconcagua: Tucker & Team Carry to Camp 2

January 21, 2018

Posted by: Mark Tucker, Hannah Smith, Avery Parrinello

Categories: Expedition Dispatches Aconcagua

Elevation: 16,200'

After a getting an inclement weather forecast last night our team was excited to awaken to blue skies which held for most of the day. Feeling strong, we took advantage of the clear morning and started up towards Aconcagua Camp 2. With our packs filled we climbed up to our future camp at 18,000 feet in a little over four hours! Congratulations were shared throughout the team, Whynde and Brittni had reached a new height. After stashing food and gear we boot skied back down the loose rock to Camp 1 in no time. RMI Guide Mark Tucker

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Hello to all…CONGRATULATIONS Whynde and Brittni

Posted by: Geri Kuehn on 1/22/2018 at 8:11 am

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Kilimanjaro: Tucker & Team Enjoy Return to Arusha, Heading Home

August 18, 2017

Posted by: Mark Tucker

Categories: Expedition Dispatches Kilimanjaro

The Kilimanjaro Climb & Safari August 5 - 19 has come to an end. The team enjoyed our final night in Africa at the Balloon Camp - Tarangire. Today we traveled back to Arusha and returned to the hotel where we first met two weeks ago. We enjoyed one last meal together as a team, repacked packed bags and headed to the airport. Everyone will be traveling to their respective homes over the next 24 hours. We had a grand adventure! Until next time, RMI Guide Mark Tucker

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Congratulations Team & a HUGE thank you to Mark Tucker for keeping us all so well informed. I really enjoyed knowing what was going on each day. Looking forward to seeing Jennifer & Geoff back in Seattle!

Posted by: Rhonda Bolton on 8/18/2017 at 11:14 am

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Kilimanjaro: Tucker and Team Reach Shira Plateau

August 9, 2017

Posted by: Mark Tucker

Categories: Expedition Dispatches Kilimanjaro

Elevation: 12,200'

We had fantastic weather making for a fantastic day. We are so happy it is silly! Out here in the office we could not have had a better day. This morning we had a steep start right out of the gate but no problem for the "A team". There are a couple scrambling sections, and the team took it bite for bite, chewed it well. Thanks to the amazing work of our porter and our Camp and meal were waiting when we arrived. We now sit at Shira Camp, just over 12,000'. We had a great lunch now are relaxing and letting our bodies adjust to our new altitude. Tomorrow we will head up to over 14,000'. and then down in to camp at just below 13,000'. Stay tuned! RMI Guide Mark Tucker & Team!

Mt. Rainier: Four Day Summit Climb Teams Reach Summit!

July 7, 2017

Posted by: Tyler Jones, Mike Uchal

Categories: Expedition Dispatches Mount Rainier

Elevation: 14,410'

RMI Guides Tyler Jones and Mike Uchal lead their Four Day Summit Climb July 4 - 7, 2017 teams to the summit of Mt. Rainier today. They began their descent from the crater rim around 7 am PT. Tyler reported strong winds on the summit but decreasing winds as they were descending. The sky is mostly clear with a few high clouds. The team will descend to Paradise today and return to Rainier BaseCamp this afternoon. Congratulations to today's Summit Climb teams!

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Hey Daddio,
congratulations on tackling the mountain. We knew you could do it. Have a great rest of the trip. love you
-Cam

Hey Daddio,
nice job on getting to the peak! Hope it was a great experience, can’t wait tohear all about it. love you
-Austie

Congratulations Paul and team! Sending love and hugs!xoxo
-Kim

Posted by: Kim Hexter on 7/7/2017 at 9:31 am

Well done Dad!!!!! Love Harry x (Thomas, Oliver and mum)

Posted by: Harry on 7/7/2017 at 8:16 am

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North Cascades: Eric Frank Checks In from the Start of the Torment-Forbidden Traverse

July 6, 2017

Posted by: Eric Frank

Categories: Expedition Dispatches North Cascades

Hello, this is RMI Guide Eric Frank calling from the Torment Basin here in the North Cascades. We are on day one of a seven-day custom climbing trip and we have the most beautiful view you can imagine right now. We climbed up out of the wooded valley up into the alpine and tonight we are going to sleep out on the glacier below the beginning of the Torment-Forbidden Traverse. It is beautiful blue skies probably the most stable weather of the summer thus far. So we're actually up here without a tent, just laying out looking at all of the expanses of the North Cascades in front of us. Tomorrow we're hoping to climb the majority of Torment-Forbidden Traverse, and then probably finish up with Forbidden on Saturday. I look forward to updating you a long the way. Take care. RMI Guide Eric Frank

RMI Guide Eric Frank calls in from the North Cascades.

Mt. Rainier: Okita & Team Finish Their Week of Training

April 28, 2017

Posted by: Brent Okita, Solveig Waterfall

Categories: Expedition Dispatches Mount Rainier

Elevation: 10,000'

Our final morning has been perfect. Warm, sunny weather just right for a last morning of training. Fixed rope work with ascenders, then an informative session learning about snow pits has topped off a wonderful week with a great team. Now, for a pleasant descent to Paradise then on to the luxuries of living at sea level. Though some have mentioned wanting to stay here another few days, I think we're all ready for a shower and some real food. It's been fun! RMI Guide Brent Okita

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So proud to have a friend with the strength and motivation for such an adventure! Go Sheila and Alex. Cheering for you!

Posted by: Robin Brennan on 5/8/2017 at 11:16 am

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Aconcagua: Nugent & Team’s Rest and Relaxation Day at Basecamp

January 21, 2017

Posted by: Billy Nugent, Hannah Smith

Categories: Expedition Dispatches Aconcagua

Elevation: 13,800'

Apologies, but I don't have much exciting information to report... We are enjoying a calm and partly cloudy rest day here at Plaza Argentina and tonight will be our final night in Basecamp before we make our move up to Camp 1 tomorrow. We've been enjoying the good food here as things will change higher up on the mountain. For breakfast we ate deliciously cheesy, ooey gooey, egg, onion, green pepper, and pancetta breakfast burritos courtesy of Hannah's expert level burrito rolling skills and a nice spread of pizzas for lunch. No doubt one last big dinner this evening will cap off the extravagant meals until the climbing is done and we are safely back in basecamp. We are spending the afternoon doing laundry, listening to music, reading, and making our final gear preparations. Tomorrow should be an exciting day. Will check in next time from Camp 1! RMI Guide Billy Nugent

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Hi Dad (Jim Love),

I hope your toes are feeling better and you are enjoying some of the scenery! Proud of you!

Love,
Heather

Posted by: Heather Love on 1/22/2017 at 6:17 pm

Happy Birthday early Alec. Be safe and have fun. Love always-Mom (Kim Schulz)

Posted by: Kim Schulz on 1/21/2017 at 9:43 am

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