Climbing For Kids 2008

Why?

I was very lucky growing up to have the chance to go outdoors. To camp, climb, canoe, hike, and have many other amazing adventures. There were a few very dedicated adult volunteers that made this happen for me. These activities help keep kids off the streets and out of trouble, and teach valuable life lessons. In the modern day, there is less and less money for schools, and even less money for any activities for inner-city and at-risk youth. Bay Area Wilderness Training is trying to change that, and I am doing a small part to help.

I’m doing this climb for many reasons. I’m doing it to truly CHALLENGE myself, physically and mentally. After doing HALF DOME this past summer, I was looking for bigger challenges. I’m doing it to help raise money to help a lot of kids. I’m doing it to help prepare me for Mt. Rainier in September, and more mountains beyond. I have been training by running 10 miles per week, climbing/running 2000 stairs a few times per week and hiking big hills (4000’+ elevation gains) 5-6 hours each weekend. This is only the beginning!



I did the 4th California AIDS Ride in 1997, and it was truly a life changing experience. I personally raised over $2500 for AIDS charities, and as a group we raised $9.4 million (a record at the time.) We had 2000 of us, each for their own individual reasons, train hard for months and ride 586 miles from San Francisco to Los Angeles in 7 days. I met some amazing people along the way, and will never forget that week. The riders, as well as the foundations that help people all came out on top.













I think this is a great cause, and will be an amazing experience. Please give what you can, and check back for updates.

Donate HERE.

Watch the BAWT video HERE, and email me if you have any questions.