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Ama Dablam

Start out slow, then taper

Start out slow, then taper

Jun 6, 2009

Well at least that’s my strategy when Christy and I line up at the start for the Steamboat Marathon this Sunday. I don’t have a choice. After a great spring almost entirely dedicated to skiing, and with the approaching calendar stacked with some pretty tough running races– the Bighorn 50 is in two weeks and Hardrock is a few weeks later just to name two– I need to get some...

Rock & Ice – The Photo Issue (and Related Controversy)

Rock & Ice – The Photo Issue (and Related Controversy)

Feb 20, 2009

I think the photo annual is my favorite issue of a magazine. So it was pretty cool when Christy thumbed through the latest Rock & Ice – The Photo Issue, and stumbled across a familiar image in the ‘Everyman’s Exposed’ section. After a quick doubletake, she tossed the magazine over to me and there was the shot, of Camp 2.7 and the mushroom ridge on Ama Dablam. I had totally forgotten submitting the...

Ama Dablam Rewind –  The Lukla Flying Experience

Ama Dablam Rewind – The Lukla Flying Experience

Dec 7, 2008

Having just passed through a rather porous security check, we stood on the tarmac of Lukla Airport and awaited our flight. It was the first clear morning in three days, and the planes which were reported to have departed Kathmandu, were headed our way. Eager for their arrival, we listened. They were our way home. Approaching planes can’t be seen from anywhere in or adjacent to the terminal. Instead, passengers...

Ama Dablam Rewind – The Camps: Pros & Cons

Ama Dablam Rewind – The Camps: Pros & Cons

Nov 20, 2008

Dirk, Christy and I agreed- if we didn’t see a sleeping bag for a few weeks, we’d be just fine. I say that because when you consider the different camps on the mountain, and their varying levels of comfort (or lack thereof), well, it’s just great to be home. Having a toilet is nice, too. Let’s review. Basecamp ~15,000 ft. Pros- Flat, grassy and dry with direct sun from 7:30am to 5:30pm....

Ama Dablam Rewind – The Dablam Collapse

Ama Dablam Rewind – The Dablam Collapse

Nov 13, 2008

It was October 18th, nine days after arriving to Nepal, that we finished our trek and made it to basecamp. What a spot. The looming west face of the mountain frames the backdrop for the camp and the huge hanging snowfield just below the summit, known as the ‘dablam’ (loosely translated- pendant or charm box), accents it further. As we made our way to our tents, passing through other expeditions...

Lucked Out In Lukla

Lucked Out In Lukla

Nov 8, 2008

As we suffer alongside the pool at the Hyatt Resort/Hotel in Kathmandu, waiting to fly home later today, we can’t help but think about how lucky we’ve been. Be it our health, the weather, the ever changing route conditions or Adrian and the sherpas efforts, it seems everything was going right for us. Well let’s add one more thing to the list of good fortunes, our quick escape from Lukla....

Wrapping Up

Wrapping Up

Nov 4, 2008

Though it has been five days since we’ve summited, there’s still quite a lot happening. We left basecamp yesterday after nearly three weeks there, and will be in Lukla tonight. If the weather holds we should be back at the hotel in Kathmandu tomorrow. We can’t wait to get into a new set of clothes. Once we get home and  get a chance to sort through the 1000+ photos we’ve...

‘Now we wait.’

‘Now we wait.’

Oct 27, 2008

“Now we wait.” That begins a prepared update from Ted via sat phone to Aspen at 9:34 p.m. Monday. “Nine days ago, we arrived to Ama Dablam base camp with near perfect weather. We made three trips with loads of gear and food to Camp 1, at 19,000 feet. After spending two uncomfortable nights there, we climbed up to Camp 2, familiarizing ourselves with all of the technical rock pitches, including...

Dingboche & Phurba Tashi Sherpa

Dingboche & Phurba Tashi Sherpa

Oct 17, 2008

From Dingboche ~14,200 feet- So far, so good. Actually, it’s better than that. It has been a perfect start to the trip. With ideal weather, great food and comfy tea house accommodations, everyone is healthy and having fun. In an effort to acclimatize, we went up Chukking Ri this morning. It took us four hours to reach the snow free summit, above 18,000 feet, with awesome views of the Lhotse Face,...

Checking In – Namche Bazaar

Checking In – Namche Bazaar

Oct 13, 2008

After flying to Lukla yesterday, and trekking in to Phakding where we spent the night, we made the trip to Namche Bazaar today. Namche, at more than 11,000 feet, is the largest village in the Khumbu Valley. The rest of today and tomorrow will be spent checking it out. So far, everything is great. As an added bonus, Adrian has many of the same staff Russell Brice employed when I was on...

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Soaking up the sun before the long winter ☀️🏜️🌵with @aspenchristy #offseason #desert #adventure #alwaysgo #lettheoutsidein @stio #sanrafaelswell #goblinvalley
Escaped to the desert 🌵while a winter storm dum Escaped to the desert 🌵while a winter storm dumped two feet of snow ❄️ on the ski areas at home. It was pretty nice. #desert #offseason #slotcanyon #adventure #alwaysgo #lettheoutsidein @stio
Desert weekend🌵always a favorite time of year 🏜️ #canyonlands #deserttowers #alwaysgo #offseason #adventures
Hanging in there 🍂 Hanging in there 🍂
Skiing anyone? Grizzly Peak, the tallest 13er in t Skiing anyone? Grizzly Peak, the tallest 13er in the state, looks like it might be getting close!?! 🎿⛷️
Looking good out there. 💚💛🧡#aspens #fallc Looking good out there. 💚💛🧡#aspens #fallcolors #seasons 🙏😀#winteriscoming 👍 #lettheoutsidein @stio
See ya later summer, thanks for the good times! 🏔️🏕️🚵‍♂️🥾☀️ski season is right around the corner! ⛷️❄️🎿🌨️🗻 #solstice #changingseasons #winteriscoming #gettingready @stio #lettheoutsidein
MY tree! Go find your own. 🧸🤣 #wheresyourmom MY tree! Go find your own. 🧸🤣 #wheresyourmom
I'll title this "Jane is my co-pilot." 🤘😀 It I'll title this "Jane is my co-pilot." 🤘😀
It was amazing to spend time with this icon recently. Her message of hope and the inspirational words she shared with the kids in the valley schools were something to admire, 🙏 topped off by the tales she shared over whiskey 🥃 around the fire 🔥 of her decades as a conservationist, scientist, and activist in Africa and worldwide. 🌍🌱🦧🔭

We need more of this in the world today. 🌈

Bravo to @aspenchristy and @acesaspen for bringing her message to the valley. 🙏

"Every single day you live, you make an impact on the planet, and you can choose what sort of impact you make."

@janegoodallinst #conservation #inspiration #environmentalism #hope #dogood #janegoodall
Capitol, Snowmass, Hagerman, soon to be getting so Capitol, Snowmass, Hagerman, soon to be getting some snow. Winter weather is forecasted for the high peaks this week ❄️❄️❄️ the first snow of the season! ❄️👍🙏🏔️⛷️Thank you summer, it’s been a good one. 🚴‍♂️🏕️🥾🤘 #capitolpeak #14ers #summits #peakbagging #elkmountains #13ers #raggedswilderness @stio #lettheoutsidein
Soaking it in 🌅 at camp at Yule Lakes ☀️🏔️🏕️🥾😀 #summernights #backpacking #colorado #raggedswilderness #alwaysgo #lettheoutsidein @stio
Wildflowers are still blooming up high… 🌻🌼 Wildflowers are still blooming up high… 🌻🌼🪻it’s not too late to get out an enjoy summer! 🏔️☀️🥾 #wildflowers #backpacking #camping #alwaysgo #colorado #alpinelakes @stio #lettheoutsidein
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50,000 people out there trying to be our best…to 50,000 people out there trying to be our best…together! The streets of NYC were filled with so much love and support for the @nycmarathon 🧡 
The world needs more love right now and NYC 🗽 You delivered! Thank for all the friends and family that came out to cheer, and to all the people cheering their hearts out for strangers. Truly the best marathon in the world 🌎 Thank you to all those that supported the @chrisklugfoundation and our team. We are all so grateful! #ilovenyc🇺🇸🗽 #organdonorssavelives #lettheoutsidein @stio @tedmahon @allthewaymaymay
Following in the footsteps of the Butch Cassidy ga Following in the footsteps of the Butch Cassidy gang and hiding out in the deep canyons of Utah! Nice getaway #peachblow #canyoneeringadventure #climbing #camping #dirtlife #fullmoon #letitsnow #lettheoutsidein @stio 📷 @tedmahon
My heart fluttered for days revisiting the Musee D My heart fluttered for days revisiting the Musee D’Orsay and seeing the new exhibition by friend  @peterdoig. As well as the first show devoted to the last 70 works produced by Vincent Van Gogh before taking his life. Incredible works. #museedorsay #masterpieces #paris #art #peterdoigexhibition #vangogh
The quest to see the best museums in the world con The quest to see the best museums in the world continues! Back to where it all started to see one of Frank Gehry’s best. Overwhelming feeling of awe, power, and humanity seeing so many Mark Rothko works together in one exhibition! Truly amazing #louievuittonfoundation #markrothko #frankgenry #paris #annualarttrip #10years #daddaughter #stillsomuchtosee
The perfect pause between summer and winter 🧡 S The perfect pause between summer and winter 🧡 Soaking it all in #fallseason🍂🍁 #lettheoutsidein @tedmahon @crlanter @stio
An end of an era…. Papa passed peacefully in his An end of an era…. Papa passed peacefully in his sleep this week. 
It’s been incredible to reflect on the profound impact he had on our lives. In his 99 + years, we were able to stay so close and share so many special experiences. We will miss his remarkable memory and stories of growing up in Nantucket, flying planes in WWII, living in Japan, finding his way to the mountains of Colorado and skiing until his 90s. Grateful for all the memories we were able to share. We will cherish them forever. 🧡
This week Dr. Jane Goodall came to our valley to s This week Dr. Jane Goodall came to our valley to share her message of hope with the @acesaspen community. It was incredible to see the affect of her stories on students from Glenwood Springs to Aspen. I’m not sure who was more inspired -  the educators and adults she touched, or the youth that hung on to her every word. 
I do know that this message of hope is needed right now and it was empowering to hear her advice of “just do something”. Be a part of the solution, understand your impact, and take action in your community to ensure a more sustainable future for our planet, people, and animals. #capacityforchange #awareness #environmentaleducation #collaboration #dosomething
When both your parents want to spend their Septemb When both your parents want to spend their September birthdays climbing to 12,000 ft, visiting another incredible @10thmtnhuts, and taking in the incredible Colorado night sky! Happy birthday 🩷#sangreefroelicherhut #10thmtnhuts #milkyway #familygoals #buckeyepeak #foreveryoung #lettheoutsidein
Two months from today on Nov 5th, I will be lining Two months from today on Nov 5th, I will be lining up for my 3rd NYC Marathon! Hard to believe it's been 16 years since I've run the streets of New York. I'm excited to feel the incredible energy of this race again! 

This year, I'm honored to be running for the Chris Klug Foundation to help bring awareness to the 104,000 children and adults currently waiting for an organ transplant. I will give it my all out there to raise funds and raise awareness, and would love your help! 100% of all donations made will go towards my $3,500 goal for the Chris Klug Foundation (CKF), and any amount will make a difference. Link to donate in my bio!
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Also, remember to double-check that you are registered as an organ donor! An easy way to know if you're on the organ donor registry is to look at your driver's license or state ID card! #donatelife #earnyourheart #makeadifferencetoday
Pretty much happy doing anything, anywhere close Pretty much happy doing anything,  anywhere close to the Weminuche Wilderness! Especially self-propelling from town to town #silverthreadbyway #creed #lakecity #fishtacos🐟🌮 #bikeride #lettheoutsidein @stio
So many treasures on Treasure Mountain 🏔️ Inc So many treasures on Treasure Mountain 🏔️ Including my favorite Arctic Gentian. Mountain people often say that when the Arctic Gentians bloom, count on snow in six weeks! #fallseaosnishere #weekendvibes #rechargingbatteries #lettheoutsidein @stio
Annual pilgrimage around the Bells - an experience Annual pilgrimage around the Bells - an experience that can induce deep feelings of awe - every single time. 
#gratitude #feelingsmall #awe #trailrunning #solo #fourpass #maroonbellswilderness #buckskin #snowmasslake #trailriderpass #fridgidair #westmaroon #lettheoutsidein @stio
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