Month: June 2014

Sometimes bringing the memories back to life rejuvenates the soul. It was a flurry of activity but we finally made it to […]

Life presents us with multiple milestones, medicine and on a long mountaineering expedition, there are many, many milestones. We have just passed […]

Now, advice half way around the world. I left as the sun set, and as I arrived the sun was setting again […]

After 6 months of training and preparation, I leave today for K2. I feel as prepared as I ever have for a serious […]

Using a SPOT gps tracker, here this map will show Alan’s latest location. Note: the system is not perfect and may display incorrect […]

Climbing is a team sport. In difficult conditions like deep snow or physical ice or rock climbing, partners often switch the “lead” […]

Thanks for following my attempt on K2 to raise awareness and funds for Alzheimer’s non-profits: Cure Alzheimer’s Fund and UsAgainstAlzheimer’s. Thanks again […]