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9/27 3-Day Muir

Posted on September 27, 2018

Summit success for the three day Muir team! We had near perfect weather and conditions this morning. We are now looking forward to libations and burgers.

David Gottlieb cruising into high camp with a ladder.

Cheers, Victor

 

9/27 3-Day Muir

Posted on September 26, 2018

Howdy folks this is Victor McNeil checking in with the 3 Day Rainier Climb. We had a beautiful day yesterday ascending from Paradise to Camp Muir. Everyone did well on the ascent, enjoyed a great burrito dinner last night and are looking forward to moving to high camp today.

Cheers,

Victor

 

9/25 3-Day Muir Summits!

Posted on September 26, 2018

The team summits Rainier in sunny weather. We had a great climb up to Columbia Crest yesterday, although the winds were quite high on the summit, the weather was warm making it a memorable experience for all.

Cheers,
Seth

9/3 3-Day Muir Climb: Summit Success!

Posted on September 5, 2018

AAI Lead Guide Jangbu Sherpa just checked in from Camp Muir after a successful climb this morning!

8/24 9-Day complete!

Posted on September 2, 2018

Here’s a photo of almost the entire 8/24 9-Day course standing on the summit of Mt Rainier this morning as we wrapped up a successful climb!

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