Jim Whittaker – On Life and Nature

50 years from the first American ascent of Mt. Everest, Mountaineer Jim Whittaker shares some personal thoughts and perspectives on his life.

“Being out on the edge, with everything at risk, is where you learn and grow the most.” – Jim Whittaker

Via Adventure Blog

Some old images I had stored of the expedition which I especially liked because of the visual contrasts between the intensity of their environment and the relative simplicity of their gear.