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Everest Base Camp Trek: Team Arrives in Namche Bazaar

November 3, 2013

Posted by: Elias de Andres Martos

Categories: Expedition Dispatches Everest BC Trek

"Tashi Dele" from Namche Bazaar! What a lucky team we are! Scheduled to fly yesterday into Lukla, the morning greeted us in Kathmandu with cloudy skies, grounding the little aircrafts that are meant to bring climbers and trekkers alike to the Khumbu. After a long hour of uncertainty, (and with the news that Lukla was also shutting down,) we relied on our trustworthy outfitter personnel at the airport; Sagar and Shangkar pulled some magic and about an hour and a half later, we were boarding... a helicopter! This safer vehicle under such conditions, provided us with awesome views of Everest and Nuptse as we approached Lukla above the clouds and we continued to give high fives in disbelief of what we were experiencing. Soon after we met our Sherpa Nawang and porters at Lukla, we headed for Phakding, where we'd spend our first night at a Sherpa lodge. Continuing today with astonishing views along the lower valleys, we proceeded towards Namche, from where we are writing now as we enjoy a cup of milk tea. The biggest excitement of the day was provided by the many hanging bridges, the last of which is a new addition to the trail since last season and sits some 300 feett above the river! As the mystique of the Buddhist populated land embraced us, we enjoyed the great hiking trails ornamented with centennial Mani stones and prayer flags. Upon arrival, we enjoyed a hardy dinner at "Camp de Base Lodge" and we're now ready for a well earned rest. Tomorrow we'll meander in Namche optimizing our acclimating process with hopes of taking some sunrise pictures over Ama Dablam, weather permitting. Best regards from Nepal, RMI Guide Elías de Andrés Martos

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Everest Base Camp Trek: Team Checks in From Namche Bazaar

November 2, 2013

Posted by: Elias de Andres Martos

Categories: Expedition Dispatches Everest BC Trek

Elevation: 11,300'

Hello from Namche. This is the Everest Base Camp Trek and we are calling after the second day on the trip. Everything is well. We will try to send more detailed updates tomorrow, even with some pictures as we were having some internet connection problems today. All is well and we will try to update you more tomorrow. RMI Guide Elías de Andrés-Martos

RMI Guide Elías de Andrés-Martos calls in from Namche Bazaar.

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Everest Base Camp Trek: Team Arrives in Kathmandu

October 31, 2013

Posted by: Elias de Andres Martos

Categories: Expedition Dispatches Everest BC Trek

Elevation: 4,383'

Greetings from Nepal. Today we officially started our fall 2013 Everest Base Camp Trek!!! Our team arrived filled with excitement to the small country of the big Himalayas. Great weather accompanied our arrival to a very much alive Kathmandu; the anticipation of the elections that will be celebrated in 2 weeks makes the capital city a unique place. Dodging the different political groups' parades through the city, we visited historical landmarks which made the day of such a photographer. We enjoyed a great dinner before heading to bed for an early start tomorrow, which with a 5 am wake up call, will take us to Lukla, (weather permitting) to start our journey through the Khumbu valley towards the higher grounds. More to come soon from the unpaved trails, the smoke free air and the inspiration filled mountains of the Land of the Sherpa! RMI Guide Elias de Andres Martos

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Mt. Rainier: Expedition Skills Seminar Reaches the SUMMIT!

September 27, 2013

Posted by: Casey Grom, Elias de Andres Martos

Categories: Expedition Dispatches Mount Rainier

Elevation: 14,410'

The last Expedition Skills Seminar - Muir Team of our 2013 Rainier climbing season reached the Summit of Mt. Rainier at about 2:00pm yesterday. RMI Guides Casey Grom and Elias deAndres Martos reported a blue bird day with cold temperatures and fresh snow on the route. The team will spend the morning at Camp Muir finishing up their mountaineering skills training before heading back to RMI Basecamp this afternoon. Congratulations Team!

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Fatima, Casey….just awesome. I wish I was there!!

Posted by: Debbi on 9/28/2013 at 5:39 am

Congratulations Tim! That’s one checked off the Bucket List. Keep goin’!

Posted by: Le on 9/27/2013 at 10:14 am

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Mt. Rainier: September 8th Teams Thwarted by Winds

September 8, 2013

Posted by: Billy Nugent, Elias de Andres Martos

Categories: Expedition Dispatches Mount Rainier

Elevation: 12,700'

The Four Day Summit Climb led by RMI Guide Billy Nugent and RMI Guide Elias de Andres Martos reached 12,900’ before high winds forced them to turn around. The teams were at Ingraham Flats around 7 am this morning en route to Camp Muir. From there, they will refuel and prepare to descend back to Paradise. We look forward to seeing them back in Ashford this afternoon. Way to climb teams!

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Quinn & I are back in Atlanta and missing everybody! I am homesick for that beautiful mountain, even if she did kick us off. Would love to stay in touch with all of you, and maybe we can schedule another summit attempt! Also, I failed with camera duty and would love any pictures y’all may have to share. Email me at .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address).

Thanks to our wonderful RMI guides for a challenging and unforgettable experience.

Liz

Posted by: Liz Wiedemann on 9/9/2013 at 9:40 pm

Hey Billy and Elias,

You guys really did a great job and pulled off a very memorable climb. I definitely will not forget the sight of that ladder bridge blowing in the wind at 12,900 ever! Look forward to catching up with you guys again, good luck on your upcoming climbs!

All the Best,

Dave

Posted by: Dave Flahive on 9/9/2013 at 9:01 pm

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Mt. Rainier: September 2nd

September 2, 2013

Posted by: Elias de Andres Martos, Leon Davis

Categories: Expedition Dispatches Mount Rainier

Elevation: 12,700'

The Four Day Summit Climb led by RMI Guides Elias de Andres Martos and Leon Davis were unable to reach the summit of Mt. Rainier this morning. The teams returned to Camp Muir at 7:45 am from their high point of 12,700'. While at Camp Muir the teams will gear up for their descent to Paradise; we look forward to greeting them when they arrive back at Rainier Basecamp later today.

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Mom and Aunt Kathy congratulations on a wonderful adventure! You worked so hard and I can’t wait to hear about the beautiful climb.

Posted by: Camilla on 9/3/2013 at 3:56 pm

Mom and Aunt Kathy—
Congrats!!! So proud of you both. Sorry the weather didn’t collaborate but I’m sure it was beautiful and so fun!

Posted by: katie on 9/3/2013 at 9:08 am

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Mt. Rainier: August 21, 2013 Summit!

August 21, 2013

Posted by: Elias de Andres Martos, Lindsay Mann, Eric Frank

Categories: Expedition Dispatches Mount Rainier

Elevation: 14,410'

The Four Day Summit Climb Led By Elias de Andres Martos and Lindsay Mann reached the summit of Mt. Rainier early this morning. The teams had warm, clear and calm conditions on the climb. They are currently descending and stopped at 12,700’ feet to do some work on the fixed lines before making their way back to Camp Muir. Congratulations to today's teams!

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Woohoo!!!!! Congratulations!

Posted by: Starr on 8/22/2013 at 7:14 am

Great Going. Glad for the weather

Posted by: Diane on 8/21/2013 at 10:56 am

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Mt. Shuksan: Mike Walter & Team Summit!

August 4, 2013

Posted by: Mike Walter, Elias de Andres Martos

Categories: Expedition Dispatches North Cascades

Elevation: 9,127'

Waiting out a rain delay was a good decision at the start of our program. A 6 1/2-hour hike yesterday brought us to camp in warm and dry weather. This morning 100% of our team reached the summit of Mt. Shuksan via the southeast ridge of the summit pyramid! After a short rest at camp, our crew climbed down through the Fisher Chimneys, back to the Lake Ann Trail and to the trailhead. Congratulations to the Mt. Shuksan - Fisher Chimneys team! RMI Guide Mike Walter

Mt. Rainier: Teams on the Summit - July 31st!

July 31, 2013

Posted by: Elias de Andres Martos, Mike Haugen

Categories: Expedition Dispatches Mount Rainier

Elevation: 14,410'

The Four Day Summit Climb teams led by RMI Guides Mike Haugen, Garrett Stevens and Elias de Andres Martos reached the summit of Mt. Rainier just before 7 am this morning with 100% of their team members. The teams reported very cold and windy conditions. They will spend a bit of time on the summit and then descend to Camp Muir. After a short rest to repack and refuel they will continue their descent to Paradise. Congratulations to today's teams!

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Way to go Greg! Thinking of you. Love Marnie

Posted by: Gretchen Jennings on 7/31/2014 at 5:28 am

Good luck, Greg! Love, Jo & Neal

Posted by: Joanne Jennings West on 7/30/2014 at 7:40 am

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Mt. Rainier: July 23, 2013 Summit!

July 23, 2013

Posted by: Pete Van Deventer, Elias de Andres Martos

Categories: Expedition Dispatches Mount Rainier

Elevation: 14,410'

The Four Day Summit Climb led by RMI Guide Pete Van Deventer reached the summit of Mt. Rainier at 6:45am. The team reported nice weather and calm winds, they spent some time on the summit and have started their descent back to Camp Muir. The Expedition Skills Seminar – Emmons Led by RMI Guide Elias deAndres Martos also reached the summit via the Emmons route early this morning and have stated their descent back to Camp Schurman. Congratulations to today's teams!

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Scott,
Congrats on another great climb! Your family is very proud of you and your accomplishment. Glad you are home safe and sound. love, m and fam

Posted by: Michelle Rico Wilsdon on 7/29/2013 at 11:51 am

Way to go pops! Looking forward to seeing pictures and hearing about the hike.

Posted by: Jon G. on 7/24/2013 at 10:02 am

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Everest Base Camp Trek: Team Arrives in Kathmandu

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Mt. Rainier: Expedition Skills Seminar Reaches the SUMMIT!

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