| Date of Birth: February 10, 1929 |
| Sport: Mountaineering |
| Greatest Achievements: Chief guide, Rainier Mountaineering Inc., Leader of 1st American ascent of Everest North side, Leader of 1st American ascent Kangchenjunga, Nepal. |
| What does it mean to you being a member on the NB Outdoor Ambassador Program? I have been proud to be part of NB since the 1970’s, wearing product from the most advanced company in the field – promoting health thru the use of such products. |
| Favorite inspirational quote? “Security is mostly a superstition. It does not exist in nature nor do men as a whole enjoy it. Avoiding dander is no safer in the long run than outright exposure, live is either a daring adventure or nothing”. – Helen Keller |
| Why do you do what you do? What's your motivation? Climbing has many rewards, both physically and mentally. Guiding thousands up mountains pushes their boundaries to achieve the goal and control the danger. |
| Any advice for others in your sport? The “sport” now has clubs, climbing walls, school participation, and start with some training in these resources. |
