Lessons Learned From The Mountains

Lessons Learned From The Mountains

Costa Mesa, Ca. February 12, 2014 I have posted in “Bill’s Articles” a short article titled “Lessons Learned From The Mountains.” Maybe it will resonate with you or someone you know. I have also updated my Upcoming Presentations....
Mt. Everest North Side Route

Mt. Everest North Side Route

February 4, 2014 Dear Family & Friends: If you will be following my North side climb of Mt. Everest this year, you need to watch this 4-minute video, which graphically shows the climbing route. This will give you a great mental picture of where I am when I file...
Unfinished Business

Unfinished Business

Costa Mesa, Ca. January 29, 2014 Dear Family & Friends: I have decided to return to Mt. Everest in 2014 to complete what I started some years ago–a summit from the North side in Tibet. I believe my prospects are good because I will focus all my effort and...
Ollie, Baker & Rainier

Ollie, Baker & Rainier

Costa Mesa, California August 23, 2013 Dear Family & Friends: Before I traveled to Washington to climb Mt. Baker and Mt. Rainier, my wife and I took two of our children and their families to Bass Lake for a week of water sports.  Don’t worry, I’m not going to show...
Rainier Update

Rainier Update

Tacoma, Washington August 17, 2013 Dear Family & Friends Despite dire weather reports (40-60 mph winds on the summit), we summitted Mt. Rainier yesterday in bluebird weather. We moved up the Muir Snowfield to Camp Muir on August 14.  The Ranger allowed us to sleep...
Relaxing in Ashford

Relaxing in Ashford

  Sent from my iPadAshford, Washington August 14, 2013 Dear Family & Friends: We arrived yesterday at the International Mountain Guides facility in Ashford.  The photo below shows our 5 star hotel.  We had dinner at the Copper Creek Inn in Ashford.  I had...