To successfully reach the top of the highest mountain in the world has been an archetypal dream throughout the history of mankind. This article provides useful information for anyone who is considering a summit attempt of Mount Everest.
If you have a passion for climbing the highest mountain in the world, you should find this site interesting. Here you will find an interesting discussion about Mount Everest climbing preparation, a store for the mountaineer, mountain climbing news, and more.
An accomplished climber, adventurer and explorer, Erik Weihenmayer is the only blind man in history to climb the Seven Summits - the highest peak on every continent. This included the summit of the world's highest peak - Mount Everest on May 25, 2001.
What is an extreme adventure? Is it walking unsupported to the South Pole, skiing down Everest or kayaking in the Arctic. There is no doubt that each of these is extreme however are they truly extreme for these actual participants? Extreme is a relative term and is dependant upon our personal comfort zones.