I was feeling strong after logging some hikes above 10,000 feet, ready for my summit bid on the tallest mountain in the continental U.S.

Although he was just a little 15-pound teddy bear, he was a big part of our lives for so many reasons, big and small.

Mom's 75th b-day coinciding with the 30-year anniversary of moving to the East Coast, was the perfect excuse to take Mom back to Washington!

On Earth Day, I try to do my part. Yes, I may only be one person, but the “Power of One” can have a significant impact.

To sum up the trip to Breckenridge, Colorado, in three words: “Ben is back!” This trip was confirmation I am ready for some summer summits!

My Toughest Summit to Date: Mt. Rainier Revisited

In mountaineering they say it is not about the summit, it's returning home alive. That bodes true as this adventure was about the journey.

In honor of Earth Day (April 20-22, 2021), I wanted to provide awareness about Earth Day as well as some tips on what you can do.

Most of my injuries in the "good ol' days" occurred during some kind of sporting activity, but recently I've noticed a new trend.

Many challenges occupied our lives in 2020, and it appears they (and now even more) will accompany us through 2021. Looking back at the...

Ben's other half shares the lessons she's been learning. Everyone who meets Ben is struck by the same thing--how full of life he is. Yes,...

Like most sports mountaineering has an off-season. After a spring and summer full of training and climbing, its time to let the body recover

I was really lucky with the weather, my guide and feeling unstoppable. These things helped to influence my attitude and overall experience.

The summit would be mine, but the gods of Mt. Shasta were going to make me earn it!

Is it the best timing? Probably not! But, Mt. Shasta, California's 5th tallest and most glaciated peak at 14,179 ft., is officially on.

Based on the feedback and questions, I thought I would dedicate this post to answering your questions.

Mountaineering has helped me become a better leader in times of crisis.

2019 was a great year in life and in the mountains.

I conquered this duo on my "Do the Deux" expedition

Sometimes the mountains you need to climb are all mental.