Mount Rainier Climb and Hike: Friday, 23 August at 0930
mountRAINIER 14,411 ft
Just a few days till Mount Rainier! Looks to be a great another great adventure ahead as Summit for Soldiers heads out to climb Mt Rainier as the next highpoint on the campaign for PTSD/Suicide Awareness. There will be a Support Team and about 30 folks who have signed up to Hike in with the Climbing Team and send them on their way to the top. Special guest, Dan Mazur wil be joining the hike and will say a few words before we set off... What a privilege! The Hike is open to any and all who wish to come show their support while enjoying a great day of hiking, photography, and camaraderie. We will meet in the White River Parking lot to talk a bit about what SfS is doing, and then we will break off into small groups and avoid congregating any larger that groups of 12 per the park policy.
Just a few days till Mount Rainier! Looks to be a great another great adventure ahead as Summit for Soldiers heads out to climb Mt Rainier as the next highpoint on the campaign for PTSD/Suicide Awareness. There will be a Support Team and about 30 folks who have signed up to Hike in with the Climbing Team and send them on their way to the top. Special guest, Dan Mazur wil be joining the hike and will say a few words before we set off... What a privilege! The Hike is open to any and all who wish to come show their support while enjoying a great day of hiking, photography, and camaraderie. We will meet in the White River Parking lot to talk a bit about what SfS is doing, and then we will break off into small groups and avoid congregating any larger that groups of 12 per the park policy.
Our Route, the "circle" are tents at the high camp
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Mount Rainier is the premiere mountaineering endeavor within the lower 48, as well as the highest point in the state of Washington. Several climbers have made careers out of ascending and even setting some of the routes on this mountain, many of which are extremely difficult and technical. We will be climbing from the north via the Emmon’s Glacier. When we step on to the trail (if the weather and mountain are kind) it will be 10,000 ft of climbing over the next 24-28hrs to reach the summit.
In addition, there will be a supporting hike from the White River campgorund to Glacier Basin to send off the Climbing Team, but more importantly it is a chance for folks to band together, learn about these important issues and show support for PTSD/Suicide Awareness. It is a 6.5 mile round trip, with wonderful views of the park and mountain. |
Glacier Basin Trail
Heading out from Emmon's Flats
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THETEAM:
SfS Climbing Team
Climbing Team
Steve: Mountaineer, Rock-climber, Outdoor Adventurer, World Traveler and Army Officer, former Navy Corpsman, and Iraq War Veteran with several deployments. 
Climbing Team
Mike: Mountaineer, Rock-climber, Outdoor Adventurer, Marathoner, Photographer and (FMF) Navy Corpsman and Afghanistan War Veteran. 
Climbing Team
Chris: Mountaineer, Denali Summit, Wilderness Leader, Outdoor Adventurer, and Army Officer with multiple Deployments to Iraq and Afghanistan. |
SfS Hiking/Support Team
Support Team
Beth: Outdoor Enthusiast, Hiker, Cyclist, Marathoner, Artist, Photographer, Multi-Specialized Pediatrician, and Navy Wife. 
Support Team
Karla: Outdoor Enthusiast, Hiker, Cyclist, Marathoner, and Member of MS Society and Caring Critters (Animal Assistance Therapy). |
THEMISSION:
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Washington VA Outreach Clinics:
Puget Sound: American Lake (253) 583-1176 Puget Sound: Seattle (206) 764-2636 Walla Walla: Jonathan M. Wainwright VA (509) 525-5200 Spokane: Mann-Grandstaff VA (509) 434-7286 Big Thanks out to Jennifer at the Spokane VA, OIF/OEF Outreach Clinic for sending us some updated info on veterans events and services throughout Washington State. Additionally, the Spokane Based OIF/OEF Outreach clinic is actively involved with local area units pre and post deployment! Washington State Veterans Events 23-26 Aug: Beyond the Yellow Ribbon at Deer Lake Retreat, Pinelow, WA. RSVP - Dante at the Vet Center. 23 Aug: WELCOME HOME EVENT, Columbia Point Marina Park, Richland, WA. Click for more info. 12 Oct: WELCOME HOME EVENT, Moses Lake Armory, Click for more info. Spokane Mobile Vet Center (call for locations) (509) 444-8387 |
THEROUTE:
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WHEN AND WHERE:
Friday, 23 August at 0930 White River Campground/Parking Lot Before we head off on our hike we will share a few words about this project, why its important, and the significance of your show of support! THE ROUTE:
4400 ft - White River Campground 5690 ft - Glacier Basin 7000 ft - Enter the Inter Glacier 9120 ft - Emmon's Glacier 9500 ft - Camp Schruman 9800 ft - Emmon's Flats (High Camp) 14,411 ft - Summit DISCLAIMER: By agreeing to attend this hike, all participants fully acknowledge that they understand the risks associated with travel into wilderness and mountainous areas and accept and assume full and complete responsibility for their own personal safety and actions.
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Summit for Soldiers would like to say "Thank You" to these folks who have extended discounts or support to help make our trip a little bit easier.
A Big Thanks to our Employers
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