{"id":1703,"date":"2010-01-01T08:00:08","date_gmt":"2010-01-01T15:00:08","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.alanarnette.com\/blog\/?p=1703"},"modified":"2016-05-27T17:14:40","modified_gmt":"2016-05-27T23:14:40","slug":"new-on-www-alanarnette-com","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.alanarnette.com\/blog\/2010\/01\/01\/new-on-www-alanarnette-com\/","title":{"rendered":"New on www.alanarnette.com"},"content":{"rendered":"

When I started this \"\"website<\/a> almost a decade ago, my vision was to simply share my experiences through introspective and candid reporting. That has not changed however the site has evolved over the years so let’s take a brief look back before we look forward.<\/p>\n

All of my 16+ big climbs including Denali<\/a>, Aconcagua<\/a> and the 3 to Everest<\/a> had extensive coverage that included live dispatches, gear lists, an FAQ page plus an extensive collection of pictures presented in a gallery format with a sideshow presentation. Every Colorado 14er<\/a> summit has it’s own page – 52 at this point.<\/p>\n

Over time, I added pages on climbing gear<\/a>, reviews<\/a>, guides<\/a> and links<\/a> to other climbing oriented sites and a community forum for discussions. Of course, I have some editorials and Mimi even had her own Blog for a few years. However, my annual coverage<\/a> of Everest generates the most visits.<\/p>\n

Today, the site’s objectives and content remain the same but my purpose has expanded. In August 2009, my mom, Ida<\/a>, died from Alzheimer’s after a 8 year struggle. Now, as an added purpose, I hope my visitors will learn a bit about this devastating disease and make a donation for research through the Cure Alzheimer’s Fund<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Starting in 2010, I hope to add coverage of my 7 Summits <\/a>climbs to raise Alzheimer’s awareness and funds if we can get a partner to help with the PR to reach the millions required to raise a million dollars.<\/p>\n

Two new dedicated Blogs are now part of the site. The Blog@alanarnette.com<\/a> (clever name huh?) serves as the main place for my thoughts on general topics and all things mountaineering. The second Blog, Everest 2010 Season Coverage<\/a>, will be the home for my annual coverage of the spring Everest season including insight, interviews and team locations. Both are available on iPhones in an easy to read format.<\/p>\n

The main site will continue to be updated frequently and will remain the home for all dedicated pages on climbs. I suggest starting at the home page<\/a> to navigate to all other content. And, of course, I am active on Facebook<\/a>, Twitter<\/a>, LinkedIn<\/a> and YouTube<\/a>. Finally, I am honored to now be a regular contributor to Outside Online, the website of Outside Magazine.<\/p>\n

Thanks everyone for your visits and support of my climbing, Alzheimer’s research, my mom and family. I hope you have a great holiday season and a wonderful 2010.<\/p>\n

Climb On!<\/p>\n

Alan<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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