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Entries By brent okita


Mt. McKinley: Okita & Team Establish Camp at 9,500’

Weary though we were last night, everyone bounced back after a good nights sleep. Looking up at Ski Hill and knowing we needed to haul these loads up it had us a little anxious in the morning, but we all found the strength and spirit and we made it up to camp at 9,500' by 3:00 p.m.. We were pretty happy and relieved to get here, and it was wonderful to have another perfect day for it. We've been enjoying the warmth of the afternoon to make camp, and perhaps more importantly, to relax a bit and even get out of our boots. Tomorrow we start ferrying loads up the mountain, moving only half our gear at a time. This means that we'll be spending at least two days at a time at each camp. Tomorrows plan is to pack up camp and bring just a few days of food and fuel with us, caching the rest here in a deep hole and away from the ravens who have developed a taste for candy and ramen. We'll make camp at 11,200', then come back the next day with empty packs to bring up what we left. What does all this mean? Light packs! Ok, perhaps I should be realistic and call them 'lighter pack.' Anyways, we're firing on all cylinders here and things couldn't be much better. What a treat it is to climb with a fun, strong team. We'll talk again tomorrow. RMI Guides Brent Okita, Logan Randolph and Leah Fisher

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Off to a good start!
Ferry away and get set for all.  Joe (USFS Ranger) is hoping to see you.  Carry on….
M&M

Posted by: Mike and Karen Fisher on 5/25/2013 at 8:48 pm

Good luck guys! Those sleds look fun!

Posted by: Jack on 5/25/2013 at 7:15 am


Mt. McKinley: Okita & Team Ready in Talkeetna

Hello from Talkeetna, Alaska The result of a day of hard work sorting and packing stuff we'll live with for the next two or three weeks. With a little luck we might be flying onto the glacier in a couple of hours or so. The weather looks promising here, but of course it could be completely different on the mountain. We're all set and doing great. But first, breakfast at the Roadhouse ... RMI Guide Brent Okita
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have fun daddy! i miss you more and more everyday. i hope you have fun up there! be safe and come visit me soon! love you forever, like you for always as long as your living my daddy you will be

Posted by: Cory on 5/25/2013 at 10:59 am

Good luck on your hiking trip!  I also hope you have good weather.  All the snow on the mountain makes me feel very cold in Georgia.  Ally Mac, your hiking gear and food look very very heavy.  You must have strong arms for this trip.
Cheers to all!!!

Posted by: GrampZ & Grandmom on 5/24/2013 at 11:50 pm


Mt. McKinley: Brent Okita’s Team Begins Their Expedition in Alaska

Everybody made it to Alaska just fine with just one not-so-minor hiccup. One duffel never showed up and had one of us spending the afternoon at REI replacing missing items. As luck would have it, we got a call from a climber in Talkeetna who had picked it up at the airport by mistake. With that behind us we were ready for a beer and turned in after our big travel day. Today we were busy getting the incredible amount of gear needed for this adventure ready for our flight in the morning. Everyone is excited about getting started. Me too, even after all these years. More to come soon... RMI Guide Brent Okita

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Dennis - Go get em guy - looks like you are with a good team - best of luck - see you soon - Mom & Dad

Posted by: Norman Uhlir on 5/30/2013 at 12:32 pm

Gerald!!!

We’re all thinking of you and can’t wait to hear about the trip. All the best to you and the team my brother!
Mike

Posted by: Mike Arahill on 5/28/2013 at 5:10 pm


Mt.Rainier: Four & Five Day Climbs Summit

The Four Day Summit Climb led by Brent Okita and the Five Day Summit Climb led by Tyler Reid both reached the summit of Mt. Rainier this morning just after 7 am PT. Brent reported beautiful weather - bluebird skies without any wind. The low marine layer of clouds we are experiencing in Ashford tops out around 6,000' -7,000’. The teams started their descent around 8:30 en route to Camp Muir. They will take a break there before continuing their descent to Paradise. Congratulations to today's teams!
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Awesome job, so glad you made it! So proud of my husband Curt! Yaaaay

Posted by: Rebecca McCLellan on 5/19/2013 at 5:01 pm

You did it! Scott I’m so excited to hear you made the summit! You must be so proud! I know I’m proud of you. I can’t wait to hear the stories! Safe travels home. I love you.

Posted by: Nina on 5/19/2013 at 10:26 am


Mt Rainier: May 15th Summit!

Our Five Day Summit Climb Teams led by RMI Guides Brent Okita and JJ Justman reached the Summit of Mt. Rainier today. The team reported fair weather with winds of about 15mph and a cap on the top of the mountain. The teams spent some time on the summit and are now on their way back to Camp Muir. Congratulations Brent, JJ, and teams on the first summit of our 2013 Mt. Rainer climbing season!
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Thanks again to JJ and Brent as well as all the other guides for a great climb! So glad to be a member of the first summit team of the season! You guys are truly amazing and I had a wonderful experience with RMI!

Posted by: Chad Burgert on 5/16/2013 at 8:42 pm

A. Summer - Getting high, elevation-wise that is

Posted by: Mark Addams on 5/16/2013 at 7:23 am


Mt. Rainier: 2013 Climbing Season is Underway!

Well, yesterday the first climb of the season had to grit its teeth in high winds and low visibility. Low and behold, the team did great making it up to Camp Muir at 10,000 feet. Today the teams woke up to gorgeous weather and a view stretching well into Oregon. We will rest, relax and go for a little walk uphill to do some photo taking. The plan then will be to get ready for our summit tomorrow. RMI Guides JJ Justman & Brent Okita
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Congratulations Chad on your summit. I am so proud of you. Continue to follow your dreams. Thanks to the whole team for such a great adventure.

Posted by: Warren Burgert on 5/17/2013 at 12:15 pm

Jeff, Scott, Laura, and Craig. Bravo! on your great adventure. Mom and I are in England tracking and admiring your achievement.  Best wishes and God’s speed and safekeeping as you march to summit!!

Love,
Mom and Dad

Posted by: George and Lucy Galllimore on 5/14/2013 at 2:03 pm


Mt. Rainier: Winter Seminar Completes Week of Training

The last RMI winter seminar of the season is almost complete. The team is getting close to the Paradise parking lot and we can smell the cheeseburgers already. We had a great week of training and climbing. Thanks for following along everyone. RMI Guides Brent Okita, JJ Justman, Katie Bono & Thomas Greene
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Mt. Rainier: Winter Seminar Team Trains and Reaches Top of Muir Peak

Update 5:27 p.m.: What a day! What a day! The team made it high up on the mountain and we finished the training with a Muir Peak rappel. After a full day it's time to relax, unwind and tell some stories! 8:33 a.m.: We made the summit!! Of Muir Peak. Yesterday the weather cleared and the team got out to play in the snow. While practicing cramponing we made the top of Muir Peak just above 10,000 feet. It is always a beautiful view looking down on the Mount Rainier glaciers below. Today we have another beautiful day to continue our expedition skills training. While we go through crevasse rescue, Brent and Katie are going to check out the conditions higher on the mountain. If all is good we will venture up the mountain later this afternoon. RMI Guide JJ Justman
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Congrats!  I can’t tell whos-who in the picture but I sure am hoping two of those people are Troy and Carl!

Posted by: Dean Lundblad on 4/11/2013 at 10:46 pm


Mt. Rainier: Winter Seminar Experiencing Some Weather and Training at Camp Muir

With 80 mph winds and a blinding snowstorm at Camp Muir, it is a perfect day to conduct training inside. Our bunkhouse serves a cozy atmosphere in the storm allowing us to learn essential expedition skills. If we were in tents all we would be doing is hanging on! Our team is in great spirits and we are waiting out the storm until we venture outside. In the meantime, we're going to continue to sip coffee, lecture and do some rope work. Stay tuned! RMI Guide JJ Justman
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Mt. Rainier: Winter Seminar On Their Way to Camp Muir

The day begins with blue skies and cold temperatures. We are up and at 'em, with the stoves firing and the team sorting out the most important thing we will do today...breakfast! Our plan is to move up to Camp Muir at 10,000 feet. Will we make it? Stay tuned. RMI Guide JJ Justman
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JJ…Think that scene will hold until I get there for the 5 day climb in June :)...Enjoy…Godspeed…Waltero (Aconcagua Jan 12)

Posted by: waltero glover on 4/10/2013 at 6:18 am

Now that is the way to ascend to Muir! This picture makes me wish I was up there and not at work this week!! Have a great climb!

Posted by: Larry Schultz on 4/9/2013 at 10:01 pm

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