Entries By dave hahn

Elevation: 7,200'

Hello from Vinson Base camp where the winds are calm and the midnight sun is in full force. Today was our first full day of climbing! We carried food and fuel mostly and cached it at camp one. The sun doesn't really go down here but when it goes behind the mountain it gets very cold. Due to that we have had to alter our days slightly to take advantage of the warmer times. It's a little bit of an adjustment but it seems to have suited the group just fine. Everyone did an awesome job today and if all goes well we'll be moving our camp up the mountain tomorrow. RMI Guide Seth Waterfall

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Hi, Jules!
Good luck on Summit #7! You rock and I can’t wait to see your pics when you return to the wet and dark Pacific NW :)
Lily

Posted by: Lily on 12/12/2012 at 8:14 pm

Gina, saludos de todos los que te queremos, animo campeona, sabemos que no es fácil pero tu puedes, es tu sueño, mucha fortaleza, estamos contigo, suerte en tu cima #6, te esperamos.

Posted by: Graciela Carmona Soto on 12/10/2012 at 3:28 pm

Vinson Massif: Team arrives at Vinson Base Camp

December 6, 2012

Posted by: Dave Hahn, Seth Waterfall

Elevation: 7,200

Another important milestone, easily achieved. We woke at Union Glacier in perfect weather, ate our breakfast and boarded two ski equipped Twin Otter airplanes bound for Vinson Basecamp. Our flight through the Ellsworth Mountains was memorable as we passed hundreds of sharp and dramatic glaciated peaks. A big right turn brought us into the valley of the Branscomb Glacier at the foot of Mount Vinson. We landed while flying up a hill at a little over 7000 ft elevation. The entire team set to work dragging duffels and building Basecamp. We spent this perfect weather day reviewing roped climbing techniques and getting settled in. An afternoon hike served to stretch legs and jog memories of mountaineering difficulties and pleasures. We ate dinner in our newly built dining tent under the blazing evening sun, forgetting that the air temperature was likely hovering around zero degrees Fahrenheit. We enjoyed seeing the climbers from the previous round on Vinson come into camp pleased with their summit of the mountain just yesterday and relieved to find airplanes waiting to take them away today. Best Regards, RMI Guide Dave Hahn

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Sterling..Another try..go bro..we know you can do it!
XO..Nadine and Dan

Posted by: Nadine Douke on 12/13/2012 at 2:02 pm

Go Dr. James and Team!

Posted by: The Texadas on 12/7/2012 at 7:11 pm

Vinson Massif: Team Lands with Ease on the Union Glacier

December 5, 2012

Posted by: Dave Hahn, Seth Waterfall

Greetings from Antarctica. Today went about ten times smoother and easier than any previous attempt at getting onto the "last" continent. Our logistics company (ALE) gave a call at the civilized hour of 6:30 AM and advised us to put on our boots and check out of our rooms. We ate breakfast, got on a bus, cruised to the airport, breezed through security and boarded our transport plane. The Ilyushin 76 went "wheels up" at 9:30 AM and we were on our way. Just ahead of the 2:15 PM landing we got busy putting on warm clothes and glacier glasses. The Russian crew brought the big plane in for the smoothest landing on an ice runway that the world has ever known. A few minutes later we were standing out on the Union Glacier in brilliant sunshine and a brisk breeze, marveling at the new world and at the amazing machine we'd just flown in. We were chauffeured back to camp in deluxe 4 wheel drive vans with giant tires. A series of informative and essential briefings and feedings were attended over the following few hours. The ALE staff took excellent care of us and Seth Waterfall and I felt we were attending a great reunion as we met all of the friends we've come to expect to see in the odd corners of the globe. Weather was perfect around camp as we set up our tents. There was the faintest of breezes and a big bright sun. The plan is for our team to get on a Twin Otter sometime tomorrow morning for a flight to Vinson. The sun isn't setting tonight but the team will get tired anyway at some point, despite all the excitement at this new place and quiet conversations going on in a dozen different languages around camp. We do need rest. Tomorrow is another huge day. Best Regards, RMI Guide Dave Hahn

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It’s wonderful to hear that things are going so smoothly! Hopefuly this trend will continue. Oz’s Holiday Play was a huge success—he was excited and did an awesome job. Your mom and I taped parts of it on our phones… Staying in Raleigh this weekend—he has choir commitments and I think we’ll do a Tacky Christmas light tour this weekend too! Miss you!
Stephanie

Posted by: Stephanie on 12/7/2012 at 10:55 am

Christopher: Remember, Amundsen not Scott. I’ll see you when you get back. julia.

Posted by: Julia Havlovic on 12/6/2012 at 7:19 pm

Vinson Massif: Team Ready to Fly onto the Ice

December 5, 2012

Posted by: Dave Hahn, Seth Waterfall

Hello Everyone, A last day of packing and prepping in Punta. We got our gear weighed and carted off to go in the hold of the Ilyushin 76 transport plane that will soon take us to Antarctica. David Rootes, one of the directors of ALE -our logistics company- gave a great slideshow and briefing to get our team excited and informed for a trip to the Ice. We reviewed environmental concerns and procedures for minimizing our impact on the continent. And we heard that Vinson, the mountain we are bound for, is presently giving the first climbers of the season a very hard time with persistent and powerful winds. Far from being discouraged, we came away energized and determined. Determined to have one more great dinner out on the town. Tomorrow we fly (if we are lucky) RMI Guide Dave Hahn

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Daniel-san, Thinking about you. Make me proud!

Posted by: Mr. Miyagi on 12/6/2012 at 12:17 pm

James and crew:
Thanks for the update Dave ... it is very exciting following your progress! It is so good to hear that things are progressing smoothly.
Fred K

Posted by: Fred Klingbeil on 12/6/2012 at 10:22 am

Vinson Massif: The Antarctic Season Begins!

December 3, 2012

Posted by: Seth Waterfall, Dave Hahn

This is Seth checking in from Punta Arenas. The team has all arrived safe and sound. We have also managed to arrive with all of our luggage! Thank goodness. We spent the day getting to know each other and prepping for the journey onto the ice. We will be getting our final briefing with ALE in the morning and hopefully flying to Antarctica within the next few days. As for now we are enjoying the wonderful restaurants in Punta. We will update everyone tomorrow with the plan. RMI Guide Seth Waterfall

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Sterling,
Looking forward to following your adventure. Be safe and enjoy yourself. Colleman is bringing Barney down on the next plane. Take care, Leff

Posted by: Steve Leff on 12/8/2012 at 12:03 pm

We so enjoy following your adventure and photos every day. best of luck, have a great climb and stay safe. love

Posted by: Dad and Fran on 12/8/2012 at 10:34 am

Mt. Rainier: September 6th Summit!

September 6, 2012

Posted by: Dave Hahn, Solveig Waterfall

Elevation: Summit

Our Four Day Summit Climb teams led by Dave Hahn and Solveig Waterfall reached the summit of Mt. Rainier today. Dave reported clear and sunny skies with winds at about 10mph. The teams were going to spend some time enjoying the great views before starting their descent back to Camp Muir. Congratulations to today's teams!

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Dave, nice to meet you the other day on wonderland trail. I will be there again.

Posted by: Angela on 9/12/2012 at 11:04 am

I am so happy to see you got fantastic weather for your climb. Take some pictures of big crevasses on your way back to Muir.

Posted by: Tom Hagedoron on 9/6/2012 at 11:08 am

Mt. Rainier: August 29th Summit!

August 29, 2012

Posted by: Dave Hahn, Mike Walter

Elevation: 14,410'

The Four Day Summit Climb Teams August 26 - 29 reached the summit of Mt. Rainier this morning led by RMI Guides Dave Hahn and Mike Walter. Dave Hahn reported clear skies above and light winds with a cloud deck below at 9,000'. The teams were walking into the crater at 8:15 a.m. and will spend some time on top before starting their descent to Camp Muir and continuing to Paradise. We look forward to seeing them at Rainier BaseCamp later today. Congratulations to today's teams!

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Way to go Adrian and your team!!!

Posted by: Rick H. on 8/31/2012 at 10:36 pm

Brian if this is your team I hope you make it to the top of the mountain safely you are in my prayers.

Posted by: Wanda Manderson on 8/29/2012 at 7:08 pm

Mt. Rainier: August 22nd Summit!

August 22, 2012

Posted by: Dave Hahn, Leon Davis

Elevation: Summit

Our Four Day Summit Climb Team led by Dave Hahn and our Five Day Summit Climb led by Leon Davis both reached the summit of Mt. Rainier today. Dave reported great conditions with winds at about 10 - 12 mph from the southwest and the cloud deck at about 7,200'. The teams are going to spend some time on the top enjoying the view before making their way back to Camp Muir. Congratulations to today's teams!

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Congrads to the whole team, your success if fueling my last 2 WMD of training! Any words of wisdom for this newbie to rainier?

Posted by: Edward muranti on 8/22/2012 at 8:34 pm

Daniel, Tonight hot drinks at high camp tomorrow the SUMMIT! everyday a celebration! laughing joyfully about your ice climbing adventure… Jennifer

Posted by: Jennifer Penn on 8/22/2012 at 4:45 pm

Mt. Rainier: August 15th Summit!

August 15, 2012

Posted by: Dave Hahn, Geoff Schellens, Mike Walter

Elevation: Summit

Our Four Day Summit Climb Teams led by Dave Hahn and Geoff Schellens reached the summit of Mt. Rainier early this morning. Dave and Geoff reported great conditions on the mountain with clear views all around. The teams have started their descent and are on en route to Camp Muir. Mike Walter and team also reached the summit of Mt. Rainier via the Emmons Glacier route. The team reported beautiful weather. The have started their descent back to Camp Schurman. Congratulations to today's teams!

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Congrats, Ben!

Posted by: Chris on 8/17/2012 at 8:31 pm

It truly was an honor to summit with my team. Thanks RMI!

Posted by: Bryan Loe on 8/17/2012 at 9:06 am

Mt. Rainier: August 9th Update

August 9, 2012

Posted by: Peter Whittaker, Dave Hahn, Jake Beren

Elevation: 14,410'

RMI Guides Peter Whittaker and Dave Hahn led their teams to the Mt. Rainier summit this morning. Both teams had left the summit by 8:30 a.m. and reported light winds and a very pleasant day on the mountain. Jake Beren is currently leading the Expedition Skills Seminar - Kautz on their summit bid. He checked in at 8:15 a.m. from the Wapowety Cleaver on the Kautz Route and will radio us when he reaches the summit.

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It was great to climb with all of you, even the silly bit..
Way to go Marshall and VJ. Awesome job Brad, Andy and Matt. Really fun to climb with you Franz and Anna…makes me want to bring my own daughter seeing you guys have such fun together.
Great guides makes great trip.
Thanks RMI.
Erik

Posted by: Erik Meyers on 8/13/2012 at 4:05 pm

Congrats Andy and Brad! Mary has been sharing your travel adventures with me. What an amazing accomplishment!

Posted by: Ellen on 8/12/2012 at 2:53 pm