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McKinley: Day Ten - Move to 14 Camp

May 11, 2007

Posted by: Seth Waterfall

Categories: Expedition Dispatches Mt. McKinley

Elevation: 14,000'

Hello 14!!! We headed out of the 11,200’ Camp at eleven o’clock this morning and arrived at 14,000’ at six o’clock in the evening. Getting around Windy Corner was very smooth even with our big packs on. Once we got to camp we busied ourselves getting camp ready and building snowblock walls. Everyone was plenty tired after a hard days work and we all crawled into our tents as soon as dinner was over.

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Aconcagua: King & Team Move to Camp 1

January 29, 2018

Posted by: Mike King, Jenny Konway, Nick Scott

Categories: Expedition Dispatches Aconcagua

Elevation: 16,200'

The Team successfully moved the remainder of our equipment to Camp 1, located at 16,400'. It's always refreshing to see the performance of the Team increase after just a few nights sleep at lower altitude. We covered the same terrain as the carry day but the effort needed by all seemed a little easier on folks. We high fived the descending RMI team today on their way back after a successful summit day. Camp is built, re-hydration and relaxing have become the focus of everyone. Tomorrow we'll do a carry of gear and food to Camp 2. Until then, we are all warm and content with a new camp and eager to see what the weather has in store for us. Thanks for following along. RMI Guide Mike King

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Go Grassy ! Looks like those yellow boots are ok? Jack and Doug said its all about the feet .Keep up the good work !!

Posted by: Anne Sullivan on 1/30/2018 at 6:17 am

Enjoy your first night at camp one! Hope everyone is feeling well and having a great time.

Posted by: Tania Walls on 1/29/2018 at 7:59 pm

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North Cascades: Eric Frank & Team Summit Mt. Shuksan

July 11, 2017

Posted by: Eric Frank

Categories: Expedition Dispatches North Cascades

Elevation: 9,127'

Good morning. This is Eric and John calling from the summit of Mount Shuksan. It's about 10:45 here. We had a great climb on the Upper Curtis this morning to the Southeast Rib of Mount Shuksan. Right now we are just looking out over a whole sky of smoke unfortunately. We're taking in the scents of the bonfire that's currently in southern British Columbia, which has blown in a bunch of smoke in, which looks a lot like clouds. So right now we just see the tops of the peaks around us but down below there's really heavy coverage from the smoke that has blown in. We're going to descend down through the smoke, potentially move a little lower to try to avoid it and get down where some trees can filter it out for us. Tomorrow continue our descent all the way out to the car and the end of our climb. Thanks for following along. We'll see everyone soon. RMI Guide Eric Frank

RMI Guide Eric Frank calls in from the Mt. Shuksan summit.

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Denali Expedition: Okita & Team Rest at 11,200’

May 29, 2017

Posted by: Brent Okita, Christina Dale, JT Schmitt

Categories: Expedition Dispatches Mt. McKinley

Elevation: 11,200'

What a winter wonderland for May 28! Over the past week at least three feet of snow has fallen and it is still coming down. Visions of power skiing, snowman building,and marshmallow roasting dance in our heads as we spend a day resting here at 11,200 camp. The group is in good spirits and all set up to move when the mountain gives us our chance. There is quite a community building here at camp because no one has had the opportunity to move up recently. The RMI establishment is on the upper end of Main Street with 4 tents and a communal cook tent where we enjoy pancakes, hot chocolate, and tortellini. Our latrine had a nice makeover today now has three tall walls with a chicane entrance. We are all very happy about the improvements. As for the rest of Main Street there are no Starbucks but a constant view of people shoveling out their tents. Signing off from the little city with a population of 60 people here on the side of Denali. RMI Guides Christina, Brent, JT & Team

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Hey Bill, I would have turned around at the first word of “no Starbucks” at basecamp. The team here is rooting for you! Good luck. -M

Posted by: Mike Wood on 5/30/2017 at 9:27 am

So fun being on the other end this year and reading these updates!(of course I’d rather be there with you!) I’m remembering that igloo at 11k camp…I hope no one had to use it if it’s still there! Steve and Lindsay, I’m so happy to hear you are doing great! I had no doubt you would be rockstars! Brent and Christina I’m remembering all the hard work you put in and how amazing you guys are! Thanks for the updates! Rooting for you guys and for a stretch of good (enough) weather!

Posted by: Dawn Golding on 5/29/2017 at 10:44 am

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Mt. Rainier: Five Day Summit Climbs Reach the Summit!

May 12, 2017

Posted by: Elias de Andres Martos, Chase Nelson

Categories: Expedition Dispatches Mount Rainier

Elevation: 14,410'

The Five Day Summit Climb May 8 - 12, 2017 reached the summit of Mt. Rainier this morning. RMI Guides Elias de Andres Martos and Chase Nelson led a small group of climbers to the summit via the Ingraham Direct route. Elias reported strong winds with clear skies with improving conditions and a nice day. After a windy first night at Camp Muir and poor weather yesterday, we are glad this team was able to make a summit attempt. Congratulations to today's climbers!

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Mt. Elbrus: Justman & Team Take a Rest Day

July 23, 2016

Posted by: JJ Justman

Categories: Expedition Dispatches Elbrus Southside

Elevation: 15,000'

After a great day of acclimatizing to 15,000 feet on Mt. Elbrus our team has decided to take a day of rest. So today will be filled with reading, playing cards and watching Tommy Boy for the 102nd time. We will also get out and play in the snow refreshing our mountaineering skills. RMI Guide JJ Justman

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Aconcagua: King and Team Carry to Camp 1

December 26, 2015

Posted by: Caleb Ladue, Mike King

Categories: Expedition Dispatches Aconcagua

Elevation: 13,800'

This is Mike and Team checking in after our return from Camp 1 @ 16,400ft. The Mountain got a lot of snow this winter compared to the past 10 seasons. This made for difficult climbing through snow features called 'penitentes' that form from dust, wind and sunlight. Today they were six feet tall in some places. Combine the narrow snow features with heat and glare reflecting off the white snow and the Team had it's work cutout for them. We stocked our camp with food and supplies to both lighten our load on the 28th and to help acclimate. Tomorrow is a rest day and everyone is looking forward to sleeping in. Thanks for following the expedition. RMI Guide Mike King

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Rest and relax! We are thinking of you each day! Will and Syd think you two are pretty cool and amazing! Stay safe, breathe and know you are loved lots!

Posted by: Jo Kev Will and Syd on 12/28/2015 at 6:47 am

Hey Mer and Jeff! Glad to hear the climb is going well so far. Thinking about you guys this Christmas and we wish you all the best of luck with the rest of the hike! Remember: pole pole!!

-Doug, Pat, Russ, Elena, and Kaitie

Posted by: Russell Willmot on 12/27/2015 at 12:26 pm

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Alpamayo: Schellens & Team Rest Day at High Camp

July 30, 2015

Posted by: Geoff Schellens

Categories: Expedition Dispatches Peru Seminar

Elevation: 17,880'

Today was a rest day at high camp and the team took full advantage. Most of us have been napping, stretching, hydrating, and getting strong. A few of us, including myself, had a little bit of a rumbling gut last night and this morning but everyone seems to recovering quickly today. Excitement is very high is we look up at the beautiful summit face with its steep ice runnels. Like a siren it is calling to us and with calm winds and blue skies it is impossible to ignore. Our forecast for tomorrow looks perfect as well so for now, we wait. Thanks for following us on this fantastic climb. RMI Guide Geoff Schellens and the Alpamayo Team

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Brother, you really are Superman! Go Jesse!
When y’all are done with this one is Mt. Everest next on the list?
Can’t wait to hear about the top of the summit. Keep it up guys, almost there!

Posted by: Virginia Rosales on 7/31/2015 at 11:34 am

Good luck to everyone today! Geoff, you keep those rogues in check - no funny business at 70 degrees! Sending my love.

Posted by: Dana Cori on 7/31/2015 at 10:30 am

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Mt. Elbrus: Justman and Team Arrive in Cheget

July 13, 2015

Posted by: JJ Justman

Categories: Expedition Dispatches Elbrus Southside

Hello RMI Blog followers, This is Team Russia coming at you live from the little town of Cheget. And as usual it was a fun adventure just to get here. The team was up early to head to the airport in Moscow where we hopped on our jet that flew us to Mineralnye Vody, known for its abundant mineral springs. But we are not on a spa retreat! We're climbing! We jumped on our private transfer bus that shuttled us to this quaint little ski town. And upon arrival I was greeted with hugs and smiles from all my friends here that have assisted us over all these years. It's a long day of travel so the team just kicked back and took in the mountain views that we've been desperately waiting for. Finally!! We are in the mountains and the incredible mountain, Mt. Elbrus is a hop, skip and a jump away! RMI Guide JJ Justman

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Mt. Rainier: Summit Climb Teams Reach Summit!

August 4, 2018

Posted by: Eric Frank, Steve Gately

Categories: Expedition Dispatches Mount Rainier

Elevation: 14,410'

The Four Day Summit Climb Teams checked in at 7:40 AM as they were leaving the summit crater of Mt. Rainier. The group enjoyed blue skies and a really nice morning on the mountain. Once they return to Camp Muir they will repack and continue their descent to Paradise. They will end their program with a celebration at Rainier BaseCamp this afternoon. Congratulations to today's Summit Climb teams!

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What a fantastic early Birthday gift Bob !! You made it, way to go. Love you

Posted by: Barbara on 8/4/2018 at 4:44 pm

Congratulations to all of you , what a great experience. So proud Bob

Posted by: Barbara on 8/4/2018 at 4:41 pm

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