March 13, 2019
The view from Rainier – May 2018 (Betsy Dain-Owens)
We have emailed our waiting list and are putting out the word: we have 2 spots in May that have opened. Both are for the 3.5 Day Muir/DC Summit Climb! Hop on the first climb of the season or join us in late May:
May 4-7
May 26-29
Sign up today!
Heather Garland
March 13, 2019
Rounding the corner to Namche (Mingma Tshering)
Our private trek to Dingboche set out on a cool morning from Phakding. The team was up early and out the door for the first big test of the trek to Dingboche.
A beautiful day of trekking and rounding the corner to the large village of Namche is icing on the cake for today. Tomorrow is an acclimatization day for the team. They will visit Namche and gather strength for the next leg of the trek to Tengboche.
Greg Vernovage
March 13, 2019
Helicopter sling load to Pangboche (Phinjo Dorgee Sherpa)
Ang Jangbu reports that more of our cargo has been flown by helicopter to Pangboche after a delay waiting in Phaplu for the weather to clear. Included in this lot we have more oxygen cylinders and masks, food, and some new dining tents for Everest Base Camp. Our crew in Pangboche will be sending everything to EBC by yaks and porters over the coming days.
IMG Senior Sherpa Guides Chhewang Lendu and Pasang Kami (PK) reserving Base Camp (Pasang Kami)
Our Advanced Sherpa Team is also getting ready to head to EBC to start construction of the 2019 IMG Base Camp. Ten Sherpas plus two Sherpa cooks will meet at Gorakshep on March 17th and head to EBC the next day to start building our camp. It will take the crew several weeks of rock rolling and chopping to create all the tent platforms we will need from the icy and rocky moraine.
Greg Vernovage
March 13, 2019
IMG Rainier Summit Team May 29, 2018 (Betsy Dain-Owens)
The Rainier season is just a few months away and IMG is once again partnering with REI to help you prepare. You are welcome to join whether you are climbing with guides, as part of an independent party, or just curious about the mountain!
Learn about the different routes, training recommendations, and gear!
March 21 – Tacoma
March 27 – Seattle
April 2 – Issaquah
April 4 – Bellevue
April 9 – Southcenter
Sign up on the store website through the above links and bring your questions!
IMG Office
March 12, 2019
Ang Jangbu reported that our Private Dingboche Trekking Team had a perfect first day on the trail. The Team was up early and had no delays flying into Lukla from KTM. After arriving in Lukla and confirming all gear flew with the Team, it was time to hit the trail. The Team had an easy day with a lunch stop at Thado Koshi. After lunch, they moved to their first lodge at Phakding at 2:30Pm.
Everyone is doing well!
Greg Vernovage
March 11, 2019
Private Dingboche Trek (Ang Jangbu Sherpa)
We received word overnight that our Private Dingboche Trekking Team has arrived to Kathmandu with all of their luggage! Ang Jangbu and Lopsang have done the gear checks and met with the team to go over trip details and they are ready to fly to Lukla. This is a great team and many people are veterans of the Khumbu Valley. One of the highlights that is on the list for this team is a scenic flight of Everest Base Camp and the Khumbu Valley!
Have a great trek to Dingboche everyone!
Greg Vernovage
March 8, 2019
IMG climbers reaching the summit of Mt. Whitney (Kurt Wedberg)
The snowpack in the Sierra is well above average this year and we expect this will make for the most magnificent views in a place already known for magnificent views. All the more reason to climb the Mountaineer’s Route on Mt. Whitney with IMG!
We have the following availability:
March 28-31
March 30 – April 2
April 6-9
Email: office@mountainguides.com for more information or sign up now!
Heather Garland
March 7, 2019
IMG Guides, Rikki Dunn & Nicole Sims, set the bar high with how well they ran the second Denali Prep Seminar of the season. Their first couple of days on the mountain found them under sunny skies, but weather moved in as soon as they arrived at Camp Muir. This gave them the opportunity to evaluate conditions, consider the forecast, and determine the best strategy for training in inclement weather.
The storm provided the team with the perfect conditions for practicing whiteout navigation skills, crevasse rescue techniques, and avalanche hazard evaluation. The team descended back to IMG HQ today happy, healthy, and full of enthusiasm! Well done!
We still have 1 spot available on both our March 16th & March 30th seminars. Sign up today!
Heather Garland
March 8, 2019
IMG Rainier Women’s Climb July 2018 (Emily Johnston)
From the bottom of our hearts to the top of the world, International Mountain Guides would like to wish all women around the world a very happy International Women’s Day! May you feel empowered to pursue your dreams wherever they lead – today and every day.
Heather Garland
March 6, 2019
Sled hauling (Nicole Sims)
The IMG Denali Prep Seminar enjoyed sunshine and blue skies for their first three days on the mountain. They experienced an unexpected temperature inversion (it was warmer the higher up they went instead of colder) on their hike up to Camp Muir on Monday causing them to shed layers. It has been a bit windy the past two days while they explored the terrain and worked on cramponing techniques.
Denali Prep Seminar heading up (Nicle Sims)
The weather has since changed and they are dealing with snow and winds today that are keeping visibility at about 200 meters. The inclement weather is all part of the program for these groups as much of the training is geared toward bigger ranges where retreat is not always an option.
The team will work on crevasse rescue and haul systems today and try to keep the sideways blowing snow from causing too much trouble.
We have 1 spot left on our March 30 – April 5 seminar and 3 spots on the April 27 – May 3. Submit your registration to office@mountainguides.com before they fill!
Heather Garland
