November 13, 2021 IMG Guides Kim Sieradzki and Romulo Cardenas called in from the summit of Cotopaxi (19,347′) to let us know that it was a perfect morning to climb and the entire team was standing on top! The route is in great condition and the weather was as good as it can get. The […]
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Ecuador Team is moving towards Cotopaxi (19,347′)
November 11, 2021 IMG Guides Kim Sieradzki and Romulo Cardenas checked in from Ecuador to let us know they had a great rest and recovery evening at Papallacta Hot Springs last night. After a wet and cold climb of Cayambe, it is nice to thaw out and rejuvenate the body in the famous hot springs […]
Ecuador Update from Cayambe
November 10, 2021 IMG Guide Kim Sieradzki called early this morning to let us know that the team was back at the Refugio and in great spirits after getting “oh so close” to the summit. The team departed the Refugio at midnight and began climbing in light precipitation. As the team climbed, the snow got […]
Training on Cayambe (18,996′) in Ecuador
November 9, 2021 IMG Senior Guides Kim Sieradzki and Romulo Cardenas gave a quick call from the Refugio on Cayambe this morning to let us know the team is doing great and is heading out to do some training on the lower glacier of Cayambe. “Everyone is feeling strong and ready to climb tonight.” It […]
Ecuador Team is moving to Cayambe right now!
November 8, 2021 IMG Senior Guides Kim Sieradzki and Romulo Cardenas sent a message this morning to let us know that their acclimatization hike of Imbabura (15,109′) went great with everyone reaching the summit yesterday. After the acclimatization hike the team made their way to the Hacienda Guachala for the night. Here the team prepared […]
Great day in Otavalo and Fuya Fuya (13,986′)
November 6, 2021 We just heard from the Team in Ecuador. It was another great day touring and acclimatizing for the team and I think I will let the photos and summary from one of our teammates do all the talking! “After an early morning stroll through the Otavalo Market, said to be one of […]
November Ecuador Trip Is Happening!
November 5, 2021 We received word from IMG Guide Kim Sieradzki this morning that all members of the team have arrived with their luggage. That is a great start! After meeting everyone and doing some gear checks, the team headed out for some touring of Old Town Quito. Our tour guide along with long time […]
Mexico and Ecuador Trips are a Go!
August 30, 2021 We have two great trips coming up in the month of November. Mexico and Ecuador trips are both confirmed to “go†and we still have just a few spots left. If you are interested in heading to Mexico or Ecuador this Autumn, you came to the right place. If you have any […]
Outdoor Research making COVID-19 masks in Seattle
For many years, IMG Guides from around the world have put their trust in Outdoor Research (OR) to protect them from the harsh elements. We would like to take this time to acknowledge the Team at OR for their outstanding effort to assist with health care professionals and the world in the fight against COVID-19. […]
Ecuador Update
January 22, 2020 Jay and Romulo called in from Ecuador a bit ago. Close but no cigar was the message. Guys worked HARD but the summit was not to be. Chimborazo is a big, physically demanding mountain. Sometimes discretion is the better part of valor. Good news – everyone’s down and with 10 fingers and […]