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Ecuador Volcanoes: Gately & Team Acclimate on Fuya Fuya

December 8, 2017

Posted by: Steve Gately, Bryan Mazaika

Categories: Expedition Dispatches Ecuador

Elevation: 13,986'

The team performed well today on our second acclimatization hike up Fuya Fuya. The beginning of the trail starts at a beautiful caldera which is now Laguna de Mojanda. With the view of the lake behind us we began ascending through knee high vegetation and in two hours we were standing on the summit! Although we were in the clouds, we were happy it stayed dry otherwise the soil would have had us sliding all the way back to the van. A short van ride brought us to Otovalo and our haciendas for the evening. The rest of the afternoon provided some time for us to organize our gear in preparation for our transfer up to the Cayambe Hut tomorrow! RMI Guide Bryan Mazaika & Team

Mt. Elbrus: Gorum & Team Travel to Cheget

July 17, 2017

Posted by: JM Gorum

Categories: Expedition Dispatches Elbrus Southside

Elevation: 11,000'

After a full day of travel, the team has made it to Cheget. We enjoyed our time in Moscow, but it always feels good to be in the mountains. The air is crisp, and the rivers are swollen. From the hotel we can see multiple hanging glaciers, and from town we can easily see the East summit of Elbrus. We've got a few things to take care of here over the coming days, but it won't be long until we're living life up in the hills! RMI Guide JM Gorum

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Be Safe and Have Fun!!! Tell Craig (Dad) we love him and we’re so proud!!- From all his kids and grandkids:)

Posted by: Hannah Clark on 7/18/2017 at 7:20 am

Good luck! Have fun and tell Zarina hello for us!

Posted by: Rebecca Robinson on 7/17/2017 at 5:33 pm

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Mt. Elbrus: Justman & Team Enjoy Cheget

July 18, 2016

Posted by: JJ Justman

Categories: Expedition Dispatches Elbrus Southside

The July 15th Elbrus team has rolled into Cheget. It has been a long day of driving, flying and more driving. It is nice to be in the mountains. The team unpacked and quickly set out exploring the cool little ski village of Cheget. Think Aspen...California...Beautiful!! RMI Guide JJ Justman

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Mt. Elbrus: Grom & Team Summit Europe’s Highest Peak

July 16, 2016

Posted by: Casey Grom

Categories: Expedition Dispatches Elbrus Southside

Elevation: 18,510'

We did it! We stood on the highest point of Europe. I have to admit we were pretty lucky with the weather, as it was near perfect. The team did a fantastic job of taking care of themselves and climbed strong. We reached the summit around 7:15 am in clear skies with a wonderful view of the entire Caucus mountain range. But it didn't end there, after descending a short ways off of the summit we were at the saddle between the two summits that Elbrus has and a few of us decided to climb both summits while the rest of the team descended safely back to camp. It only added an additional 1.5 hrs, so not too bad, especially since we had such amazing weather. After everyone returned to camp, we had a quick lunch and then packed up to head down valley to our hotel at the base of the mountain. Everyone is high spirits and smelling great! RMI Guide Casey Grom and a happy crew

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Mt. Rainier: Teams Turn Due to Avalanche Danger on Upper Mountain

June 20, 2016

Posted by: Leon Davis

Categories: Expedition Dispatches Mount Rainier

Elevation: 12,300'

The Mt. Rainier Summit Climb teams turned at the top of the Disappointment Cleaver due to avalanche danger on the upper mountain. The teams were back to Camp Muir at 8:20 a.m. where it is snowing lightly. They are planning to depart from Camp Muir at 9:30 a.m.

Denali: Walter & Team Complete First Back Carry

May 10, 2016

Posted by: Mike Walter, Billy Haas, Blake Votilla

Categories: Expedition Dispatches Mt. McKinley

Elevation: 11,000'

Monday, May 9, 2016 - 11:35 p.m. PDT Hello from 11,000' on Denali! Our team had a great day today, as we were able to travel back down glacier to retrieve our cache. Now we're back at 11,000' and after a fulfilling dinner of quesadillas we are all set to make another carry up around Windy Corner (13,600') tomorrow, weather permitting. The weather forecast looks good for the next few days, and we're psyched to take advantage of it. It will be nice to trade in our sleds and snowshoes for ice axes and crampons. The approach is over and the climb is beginning. RMI Guide Mike Walter and team

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Adelle,

Thinking of you and can’t wait to hear all the stories when you return!!!

Posted by: Dada Bredell on 5/11/2016 at 2:47 am

Hi Adelle!!
Hope you are well and keeping strong.
Thinking of you and cheering for you all the way.
Lots of love
Anelise
xxx

Posted by: Anelise on 5/11/2016 at 2:05 am

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Kilimanjaro: Seth & Team Move into Barranco Camp

January 14, 2016

Posted by: Seth Waterfall

Categories: Expedition Dispatches Kilimanjaro

Elevation: 12,800'

Well we have definitely established a rhythm with Kilimanjaro. It was very nice and sunny again this morning and at 9:30am the clouds started building. By 1:30pm it was raining heavily again. The only thing different from yesterday is that we were out on the trail when the rain hit. It was only for about an hour so not a huge deal really, but it sure is nice to be in a dry tent now. We covered the longest stretch f the whole trip today, other than summit day and everyone did a great job. We also reached a high point for every climber here at 14,900'. That's always a fun thing. Now we have two easier days and after that we go for the summit. That's all for now. RMI Guide Seth Waterfall

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I am in awe of each of you! Know you are happy to have a few of the high days behind you before summit. Bobby you and all of the team are in my thoughts and prayers each step of the way! JoAnne H

Posted by: Joanne H on 1/15/2016 at 10:18 am

Congrats on reaching a new high in climbing. Didn’t know it rained that much there.
Hope you are having the time of your life. Stay safe.

Love, VaLinda

Posted by: VaLinda Novak on 1/15/2016 at 7:58 am

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Aconcagua: King and Team Arrive Pampa de Las Lenas

December 22, 2015

Posted by: Mike King, Caleb Ladue

Categories: Expedition Dispatches Aconcagua

Elevation: 9,000'

This is Mike and team checking in from Pampa de Las Lenas which translates to "flat spot where meat is grilled", consumed and then bragged about to everyone you meet. Morton's Steak House ain't got nothin on meat grilled by Argentinian cowboys. The team is doing great and currently sleeping under the stars sans tent to take in the Milky Way and incredible night sky here in the Andes. We have another enjoyable hike tomorrow as spirits are high and we look forward to our first glimpse of Aconcagua. Thanks for following along and if the thought of delicious steak and climbing big mountains has crossed your mind, join us next year in Argentina. Ciao, RMI Guide Mike King

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Hi Kevin from Denali, hi Mike! Keep an eye on John he’s a troublemaker! Sending angel wing wishes to help carry you to your dreams… Merry Christmas!

Posted by: Rhonda on 12/23/2015 at 5:53 am

Hi Mike and team! Abs and Ron here from one of your Rainier climbs. We will be following you closely on this trip as we aspire to climb Aconcagua with you next year! Best to you and your team on this trip!!!

Posted by: Ron Dwinnells on 12/23/2015 at 3:04 am

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Kilimanjaro: Hahn & Team Explore Tarangire

September 12, 2015

Posted by: Dave Hahn

Categories: Expedition Dispatches Kilimanjaro

Hey, this is Dave Hahn calling in from safari in Tanzania. Hey, we had a great day in Tarangire National Park. We saw hundreds of elephants. We saw a million zebras, gazelles; we saw a couple of male lions sleeping. It was great day, wonderful day. We're at Kikoti Camp, just outside the National Park right now. Unexpectedly, we don't have internet tonight so I'm not sending a dispatch but thought I'd give you a yell and let you all know that we're all doing just fine. And we're looking forward to the very last day of our trip. Tomorrow, we'll go back through Tarangire and we'll make our way back to Arusha. But all is well and we'll be in touch. Thank you. RMI Guide Dave Hahn

RMI Guide Dave Hahn checks in from Safari in Tarangire National Park, Tanzania.