Entries By josh mcdowell

Mt. Rainier: Four Day Teams Turn at 11,400ft due to Avalanche Danger

June 3, 2022

Posted by: James Bealer, Ben Luedtke, Sam Hoffman, Josh McDowell, Trevor Katz, Nick Sinapius

Categories: Expedition Dispatches Mount Rainier

Elevation: 11,400'

Today's Four Day Climb May 31 - June 3 reached 11,400' today before deciding to turn around due to high avalanche danger and deteriorating weather. The teams returned to Camp Muir and packed up. They started their descent to Paradise at 8:30 am. RMI Guides James Bealer and Josh McDowell reported that the winds were high and it was snowing hard as the team left Camp Muir on their descent. Once back at Paradise the teams will be shuttled back to Rainier BaseCamp for a closing ceremony.

Mt. Rainier: September 29th Update

September 29, 2019

Posted by: Mike King, Josh McDowell

Categories: Expedition Dispatches Mount Rainier

Elevation: 11,000'

The Mt. Rainier Summit Climb team, led by RMI Guides Mike King and Josh McDowell, called in from Camp Muir. There are six inches of new snow and winds that drifted the snow to knee deep at Camp Muir. The team is doing fine and will ascend up to Ingraham Flats before they begin their descent back to Paradise.

Mt. Rainier: Okita, McDowell & Teams Reach the Summit!

September 21, 2019

Posted by: Brent Okita, Josh McDowell

Categories: Expedition Dispatches Mount Rainier

Elevation: 14,410'

Summit! Mt. Rainier received some new snow over the last week filling in the route but today's climb was able to persevere and make tracks to the top. We have had some teams as well as route workers chip away at it when weather and conditions warranted, which helped tremendously. Thank you to all of them and congratulations to today's summit climbers! RMI Guides Brent Okita & Josh McDowell

Mt. Rainier: Young, McDowell & Teams Reach Summit

September 9, 2019

Posted by: Robby Young, Josh McDowell

Categories: Expedition Dispatches Mount Rainier

Elevation: 14,410'

The Four Day Climb September 6 - 9 reached the summit of Mt. Rainier today with new snow and windy conditions led by RMI Guides Robby Young and Josh McDowell. The teams did not spend much time in the crater, just taking a short break to hydrate and snack before starting their descent to Camp Muir. The program will conclude this afternoon at Rainier BaseCamp with a celebration of today's accomplishments. Congratulations to today's climbers!

Mt. Rainier: Five Day Teams Reach Summit

August 29, 2019

Posted by: Pete Van Deventer, Josh McDowell

Categories: Expedition Dispatches Mount Rainier

Elevation: 14,410'

The Five Day Climb August 25 - 29 reached the summit of Mt. Rainier on Wednesday evening. RMI Guides Pete Van Deventer and Josh McDowell reported a light breeze and clear skies. The weather at Camp Muir this morning is cloudy with a soaking rain. The team is hoping the rain dissipates for their departure and walk down the Muir Snowfield to Paradise. The team will celebrate their adventure in Ashford later today and conclude their program. Congratulations to the Five Day Climber!

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Awesome climb, awesome guides, good advice. professional team. Thanks josh! Take care.

Paul

Posted by: Paul koltronis on 9/2/2019 at 2:04 am

Way to go, dad! What an amazing accomplishment. . . You never cease to amaze us! We love you and are so proud of you!

Safe journey to the mainland.

Love and God Bless,

Bo, Chris, and Carlton

Posted by: Bo, Chris, and Carlton on 8/29/2019 at 2:20 pm

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Mt. Rainier: King, McDowell & Teams Reach Summit on Beautiful Day

August 15, 2019

Posted by: Mike King, Josh McDowell

Categories: Expedition Dispatches Mount Rainier

Elevation: 14,410'

It's another beautiful day and the Four Day Climb teams are enjoying clear skies and light winds as well as a full moon last night. The teams reached the summit of Mt. Rainier around 5:30 AM. With the nice weather they enjoyed some time in the summit crater before starting their descent. The team will continue down to Paradise later this day and conclude their program with a celebration at Rainier BaseCamp. Congratulations to all the climbers!

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Congratulations to Caleb and the entire crew!

Posted by: Ann on 8/16/2019 at 6:09 am

Great job! We can’t even see the mountain today so glad you got up it! I am excited to see the pictures!

Posted by: Lena on 8/15/2019 at 11:59 am

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Mt. Rainier: Four Day Climb Enjoys Light Winds on the Summit

August 11, 2019

Posted by: Steve Gately, Josh McDowell

Categories: Expedition Dispatches Mount Rainier

Elevation: 14,410'

The Four Day Climb led by RMI Guides Steve Gately and Josh McDowell reached the summit of Mt. Rainier this morning! The teams were stepped inside Mt. Rainier's summit crater around 7:00 AM. Steve reported nice weather with light winds and a cloud deck at 9,000'. We look forward to seeing the teams in Ashford later today. Congratulations climbers!

Mt. Rainier: Whittaker, McDowell and ALA Teams Summit!

July 25, 2019

Posted by: Win Whittaker, Josh McDowell

Categories: Expedition Dispatches Mount Rainier

Elevation: 14,410'

RMI Guides Win Whittaker and Josh McDowell lead their teams of American Lung Association Climbers to the summit of Mt. Rainier this morning. Win reported light winds and a fabulous day on the mountain. Congratulations to today's climbers for their efforts in fundraising and supporting the ALA and for all their hardwork training for this climb! A special congratulations to Josh McDowell, today's summit is his 100th summit of Mt. Rainier!

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Congratulations Climb For Clean Air (CFCA) Climb Group #3 for the awesome accomplishment. We hare so proud of you all and happy we got the opportunity to train with you.

Posted by: Tideworks Mountaineers on 7/26/2019 at 10:07 am

Congrats to all! Great work, team!

Posted by: Daniel on 7/25/2019 at 5:33 pm

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Mt. Rainier: Five Day Team led by McDowell Reaches Summit

July 16, 2019

Posted by: Josh McDowell, Dominic Cifelli, Kiira Antenucci

Categories: Expedition Dispatches Mount Rainier

Elevation: 14,410'

The Five Day Climb July 13 - 17 opted to make their summit attempt today. RMI Guide Josh McDowell led their team to the summit of Mt. Rainier on a "fantastic day". Josh reported a light breeze, sunny and warm temps this morning. The team will return to Camp Muir for their final night on the mountain. Tomorrow they will descend to Paradise and conclude their trip with a celebration ceremony. Congratulations to the Five Day Climb team!

Mt. Rainier: A Late Start Leads to a Summit for the Four Day Climbs

July 11, 2019

Posted by: Walter Hailes, Josh McDowell

Categories: Expedition Dispatches Mount Rainier

Elevation: 14,410'

The Four Day Climbs led by RMI Guides Walter Hailes and Josh McDowell got a late start out of Camp Muir this morning as the teams waited out some poor weather. The late start coupled with some patience paid off for the teams as they reached the summit of Mt. Rainier this morning! Walter and Josh reported sunny skies and breezy conditions on the upper mountain. The teams are on their descent and will return to Ashford later today. Congratulations climbers!

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Congrats, Autumn, to you and your team! Best wishes on your next adventure (whatever it may be).

Posted by: Mike Rathbun on 7/12/2019 at 7:32 am

Great job everyone!
Congrats AE from all the Turner Girls!

Posted by: JillT on 7/11/2019 at 8:20 pm

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