The world came to know a remarkable young man named Jordan Romero this last spring. He, at the age of 13, summitted Mt. Everest, becoming the youngest person ever to do so. Still more impressive, we learned that this Big Bear, California native has already stood atop the high summits of Africa, Europe, North America, South America, and Australia/Oceana. His first major summit was Kilimanjaro at age 9. Jordan has enjoyed much well deserved attention, guesting on the Jay Leno show, and speaking at high profile events. Many fine articles have been written about him and his achievements. The article this link will take you to details Jordan Romero’s plans to attempt Vinson Massif in December 2010. http://www.worldof22.com/2010/05/us-boy-jordan-romero-at-mount-everest.html . So it seems we shall be sharing the ice with Jordan, a young man who will almost certainly complete the seven summits in the course of that visit. He is a fine role model for young people everywhere and lives on a trajectory that could well make him one of history’s greatest climbers. I hope to shake his hand.
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