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Oman's Nadhirah Alharthy Knows No Limits as She Prepares to Summit Everest

Oman's Nadhirah Alharthy Knows No Limits as She Prepares to Summit Everest

In a country where mountaineering falls far outside the traditional gender purview of women, Oman's Nadhirah Alharthy is poised to become her country’s first female to ever summit Everest.

Outdoor Moms: Hilaree Nelson - Mother of Two, Mountaineering Hero to All

Outdoor Moms: Hilaree Nelson - Mother of Two, Mountaineering Hero to All

2018 National Geographic Adventurer of the Year, ski descent of the Lhotse Couloir, ski descent of Papsura, first woman to summit two 8,000m peaks in 24 hours… mother of two.

A Historic Ascent and First Ski Descent of Lhotse Couloir

A Historic Ascent and First Ski Descent of Lhotse Couloir

The “Dream Line” on Lhotse had never been skied… until now, by Hilaree Nelson (née O'Neill) and Jim Morrison.

Getting to the Bottom: What It Took for Priyanka Mangesh Mohite to Climb Everest

Getting to the Bottom: What It Took for Priyanka Mangesh Mohite to Climb Everest

Summiting Everest is difficult. However, it’s not all about climbing the mountain itself, especially when you’re 21 and on a budget.

Colin O'Brady Profile: Explorers Grand Slam World Record Holder

Raised in Portland Oregon, Colin has faced real challenges in life, such as being told he might not be able to walk again. However, Colin’s never say die attitude only spurs him on to achieve more.

Everest ER: Medicine at the Top of the World

Everest ER: Medicine at the Top of the World

With all the stories about people getting injured, and even dying while climbing Everest, it’s not often you hear about the brave souls who protect and care for the climbers. Organizations like Everest ER make it possible for Everest climbers to scale the mountain safely knowing help will be

Exclusive: Interview with Lakpa Tsheri Sherpa, of The Ultimate Descent

Exclusive: Interview with Lakpa Tsheri Sherpa, of The Ultimate Descent

“People always asked me if I was scared. If I’m scared, maybe that means I don’t have confidence. And I need confidence for this adventure”. Lakpa Tsheri Sherpa certainly spoke these words like a man who knew what he was talking about. And he should, after all; this