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Entries By brent okita


Mt. Rainier: The Winter Seminar Heads Uphill From Paradise

We are in Mount Rainier National Park and on the mountain! The weather has been finicky this past week with a good accumulation of snow. So much snow that we were worried that the park wouldn't have the road to Paradise open. At 11 AM the park opened the gates and we made it up. With all the fresh snow it was slow going but the team trudged on and we are busy making camp...Denali style! We are definitely having the true feel of what the mountains can dish out. It's currently snowing hard and we are working fast on the kitchen and dining tent. I need a hot drink! RMI Guide JJ Justman
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Glad to hear that they opened the gates.  Hope you guys are having a great time.  I can’t wait to read more about your week.  Have a great time Denali Style!

Posted by: Richelle Pullis on 4/9/2013 at 5:40 am

Good to hear you two are back on the mountain! I was up there 2 weeks ago, 1st one in the parking lot and on the route! Broke the trail in 3-4 ft. of fresh powder up to Panaroma point! That was alot of work but fun! But we made it to Muir and it was a awesome day! Hope to see you out there this year! Have a great week!

Posted by: Larry Schultz on 4/8/2013 at 9:58 pm


Mt. Rainier: 2012 Climbing Season Comes to and End

This morning the Expedition Skills Seminar - Muir team woke to this beautiful view at Camp Muir. After a week of training and a successful summit climb Brent Okita, JJ Justman and team wrap up our 2012 season here on Mt. Rainier. Thank you to all who joined us for an adventure on Mt. Rainier this season. We hope to see you in the mountains soon!
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It was great to share the experience with all of you.
-Steve

Posted by: Steve Bussolari on 9/30/2012 at 6:32 pm

Absolutely an amazing experience. Loved every minute on the seminar and climb.

Posted by: Brian Christianson on 9/29/2012 at 6:13 pm


Mt. Rainier: Expedition Skills Seminar - Muir Summit!

On a perfect weather day, the Expeditions Skills Seminar - Muir team called in from the top of Mt. Rainier! RMI Guides Brent Okita and JJ Justman were happy to report 100% of the team reached the summit this morning! After spending some time reveling in the views and taking photos, the team began their descent at 9:30 a.m. This marks RMI's last Mt. Rainier program for the 2012 season. Congratulations to all the summit climbers this season that we have had the pleasure of guiding to the highest point in Washington state!
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Yay!! Congratulations to all! I am so delighted for you all! how awesome to have made it to the summit!!
Love,
sandy

Posted by: sandy on 9/27/2012 at 2:44 pm

Congratulations Steve and your whole team also.  Looking forward to hearing all about your adventures.

Love,  Dad & Pat

Posted by: Bob & Pat Bussolari on 9/27/2012 at 1:34 pm


Mt. Rainier: Expedition Skills Seminar - Muir Training Up High

RMI Guides Brent Okita and J.J. Justman are leading the Expedition Skills Seminar - Muir this week. The team hiked to Camp Muir on Monday and has spent several days training at the 10,060' camp. Today the team is receiving instruction on crevasse rescue techniques. The weather has been clear with warm temperatures. We hope the weather holds for their summit attempt tonight. Good luck to the team!
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hi . my name is mike . i am brand new to the area from georgia, and a through hiker of the appalachian trail, to my surprise these mountains are nothing like im used to ;) trying to find info about hiking rainer hopefully in the peak season of 2013 . any info or traing etc.. would be very helpfull. thanks . happy hiking

Posted by: mike harris on 1/11/2013 at 10:57 am

Wishing the team much success.  A special SHOUT OUT to Phil Goss from the Trustmark Clan - we’re all rooting for ya’ Phil!

Posted by: Lorena Reyes on 9/27/2012 at 6:19 am


Mt. Rainier: September 22nd Summit!

Our Four Day Summit Climb Team led by RMI Guide Brent Okita reached the summit of Mt. Rainier today. Brent radioed early this morning and reported high clouds with hail and winds at about 25mph. The team spent about 15 minutes on the crater rim before starting their descent and are now en route to Camp Muir. Congratulations to today's teams!
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Yea!  Way to go!

Posted by: Christina Hughes on 9/22/2012 at 6:02 pm

We are thinking of you all & sending good vibes for endurance and ease! We love you, Jordan!
xoxox

Posted by: Susannah Wally on 9/22/2012 at 3:19 pm


Mt. Rainier: September 5th Summit!

The Four Day Summit Climb September 2 - 5 reached the summit of Mt. Rainier this morning. RMI Guides Brent Okita and Leon Davis and their teams were approaching the crater rim just after 7:00 a.m. The teams reported a beautiful day with warm temperatures, clear skies and no winds. They will spend some time on top enjoying the views before starting their descent to Camp Muir. After a short stop at Muir they will continue down to Paradise. We look forward to seeing them at Rainier BaseCamp this afternoon. Congratulations to today's teams!
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To my guides, Leon, Nick, Cody & the whole RMI staff. Thank you for all your coaching and encouragement in making the summit possable! The RMI organization is 1st rate and made my 50th birthday wish come true with my summit on Sept 5th.  A big thanks to all of you, Ed

Posted by: Edward Muranyi on 9/6/2012 at 11:08 pm

Congratulations Scott—can’t wait to hear all the chilly details.  Have a great rest of trip with Hilary.  She is anxiously awaiting your safe arrival.  Ken and Barbara

Posted by: Barbara Kutcher on 9/5/2012 at 4:25 pm


Mt. Rainier: September 1st Update

Our Four Day Summit Climb teams reached the top of Mt. Rainier early today, by the light of the blue moon. The guides reported good weather, the winds were decreasing, and it was cold! This summit climb marked RMI Guide Brent Okita's 450th summit of Mt. Rainier! Congratulations on your remarkable milestone! We would also like to congratulate RMI clients Alex and Julie. News from the summit this morning that Alex proposed to Julie and she accepted! A special day on Mt. Rainier!
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Greetings from Upstate NY.  Dixon and Kevin, glad you reached the summit in one piece and hope you enjoyed.

Posted by: Dave Miller on 9/4/2012 at 11:10 am

Hi to all of you,

Congrats to all of you on a great climb to the top. A special congrats to Alex and Julie; how romantic to have a proposal at the summit during the Blue Moon. Have a safe climb down the mountain.

Love & hugs,
Lee and Ilona

Posted by: LEE & ILONA on 9/1/2012 at 4:56 pm


Mt. Rainier: August 25th Summit!

RMI Teams reached the summit of Mt. Rainier this morning at 7 a.m. RMI Guides Brent Okita and Zeb Blais and their Four Day Summit Climb teams reported clear skies and calm winds for their climb today. They will spend some time on top before beginning their descent to Camp Muir and continuing down to Paradise. We look forward to seeing them at Rainier BaseCamp this afternoon. Congratulations to today's summit climbers!
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Congrats - looking forward to pictures…...Andy

Posted by: Andy G. on 8/26/2012 at 8:19 am

congratulations Megan and the team!!! we are proud of you for working so hard and accomplishing your goal! Not many people can do what you have done! Can’t wait to hear all about it!

Posted by: Jamey on 8/25/2012 at 2:14 pm


Mt. Rainier: August 20th Summit!

This morning the RMI summit climbs reached Washington's highest point, Columbia Crest on Mt. Rainier! The weather was great with some winds around 25 mph, a little chilly but really nice. The Four Day Summit Climb left the crater rim to start their descent back to Camp Muir at 7:50 a.m. Congratulations to today's summit climbs!
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Congratulations to Mike and everyone else in this group. Can’t wait to see pictures. What an accomplishment.

Posted by: DEBBIE on 8/21/2012 at 8:15 pm

Daniel, Awesome pics my love…the inter glacier is beautiful. I’m sure the pics don’t do it justice. Rendido ante ti mi amor! Eschchur yo eschando otra did mas had ta, Jennifer

Posted by: Jennifer Penn on 8/21/2012 at 7:01 pm


Mt Rainier: August 14th Summit!

The Four Day Summit Climbs August 11 - 14, 2012 reached the summit of Mt. Rainier this morning. The teams reported a beautiful day with 25-30 mph winds and clear skies. RMI Guides Brent Okita, Tim Hardin and Andres Marin started down from the crater rim with their teams around 7:30 a.m. They will return to Camp Muir and then continue their descent to Paradise later this afternoon. The Expedition Skills Seminar - Paradise crew moved to 9,000' on Monday and set up camp where they will remain until Wednesday morning. They watched a beautiful sunset last night. Today the team practiced fixed line travel on a 60 degree slope and are currently hanging out in crevasses. Congratulations to today's Summit Climb teams!
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Great job Paradise crew! Danielle, I’m so proud of you (little sis). I hope the weather continues to be awesome for you all. Be safe and savor the scenery…God be with you all.

Posted by: Tisha on 8/16/2012 at 7:40 am

Good luck on your summit climb in the morning Paradise crew.
We hope for more great weather! God bless you and a safe return.
Love you Danni

Posted by: sam on 8/15/2012 at 7:16 pm

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