You could say Dr. Blake Higgins was destined to climb Mount Everest. Even though his parents — longtime owners of the American Ski Exchange in Vail — weren’t hardcore mountaineers, they did name their ...

Four climbers went up and down Everest in under a week with the help of xenon gas—a record-breaking ascent that has ignited controversy in the mountaineering world.

The Virginia businessman and founder of local nonprofit Hopecam scaled Mount Everest in May to raise awareness and funds for his nonprofit, which uses technology to connect young cancer patients ...

For outdoor enthusiasts, climbing Mt. Everest is the ultimate challenge. This iconic adventure requires a lot of preparation - even before you begin climbing.

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