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Mt. Rainier: Haugen, Van Deventer & Teams Reach Summit

July 29, 2018

Posted by: Mike Haugen, Pete Van Deventer

Categories: Expedition Dispatches Mount Rainier

Elevation: 14,410'

The Four Day Summit Climb July 26 - 29 teams led by RMI Guides Mike Haugen and Pete Van Deventer reached the summit of Mt. Rainier this morning. Pete reported that 100% of climbers and guides in both teams reached Columbia Crest. Mike reported warm temperatures and light winds. Congratulations to today's Summit Climb teams!

Comments (9)

Well done, Dylan.

Mom

Posted by: Brittany Kletter on 9/5/2018 at 5:29 am

Congratulations Michael!

The entire Garvey clan is very proud of you. We can’t wait to hear the details of your awesome adventure. To be honest, we knew if the conditions allowed, you would make it.

Dad and Mom

Posted by: Dennis and Kathy Garvey on 7/29/2018 at 5:34 pm

Awesome guys. Way to go.

Posted by: Scott Sharlow on 7/29/2018 at 11:05 am

Chris and Dylan: Hope you guys enjoy some cold beers tonight and good stories of your adventure….and get some rest, too. Congratulations!! We all look forward to hearing about it. Pop/Russ

Posted by: Russ on 7/29/2018 at 8:32 am

Congratulations Michael, 2nd times a charm. I was up with you all night watching your progress. It was Rainier tall boys at 5:45am. Great adventure. Can’t wait for stories and photos. Safe return. Love you, Tucker

Posted by: Tucker on 7/29/2018 at 8:29 am

Wonderful news!! So proud of Brandon for making it to the top, what an accomplishment for the group. Congratulations to you all! - Megan

Posted by: Megan on 7/29/2018 at 8:29 am

Knew it! So happy for you guys and can’t wait to hear all about your adventure.

Posted by: Kali on 7/29/2018 at 8:27 am

I couldn’t be prouder of Dylan and Chris. Love you and safe travels home!!! Xoxoxo

Posted by: Kendra Kletter on 7/29/2018 at 8:26 am

Chris! Enormous accomplishment! I’m thrilled for you and Dylan! Love, Mom

Posted by: Barbara on 7/29/2018 at 8:05 am