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Ben Fetterman
Dec 29, 20227 min read
Mount Whitney: Third Time’s the Charm!
I was feeling strong after logging some hikes above 10,000 feet, ready for my summit bid on the tallest mountain in the continental U.S.
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Ben Fetterman
Nov 20, 20221 min read
A Bittersweet Farewell - Rest in Peace, Winston
Although he was just a little 15-pound teddy bear, he was a big part of our lives for so many reasons, big and small.
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Ben Fetterman
Sep 27, 20226 min read
Back in Washington!
Mom's 75th b-day coinciding with the 30-year anniversary of moving to the East Coast, was the perfect excuse to take Mom back to Washington!
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Ben Fetterman
Apr 26, 20223 min read
Earth Day: The Power of One
On Earth Day, I try to do my part. Yes, I may only be one person, but the “Power of One” can have a significant impact.
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Ben Fetterman
Mar 5, 20222 min read
Ben is Back!
To sum up the trip to Breckenridge, Colorado, in three words: “Ben is back!” This trip was confirmation I am ready for some summer summits!
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Ben Fetterman
Nov 25, 202111 min read
My Toughest Summit to Date: Mt. Rainier Revisited
My Toughest Summit to Date: Mt. Rainier Revisited
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Ben Fetterman
Aug 19, 20214 min read
Mt Whitney Climb: It’s about the journey not the final destination!?!?
In mountaineering they say it is not about the summit, it's returning home alive. That bodes true as this adventure was about the journey.
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Ben Fetterman
Apr 20, 20215 min read
Earth Day
In honor of Earth Day (April 20-22, 2021), I wanted to provide awareness about Earth Day as well as some tips on what you can do.
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Ben Fetterman
Mar 21, 20214 min read
Injuries: Overtraining or Overworking?
Most of my injuries in the "good ol' days" occurred during some kind of sporting activity, but recently I've noticed a new trend.
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Ben Fetterman
Feb 3, 20214 min read
OUT(doors) with 2020
Many challenges occupied our lives in 2020, and it appears they (and now even more) will accompany us through 2021. Looking back at the...
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Lauren Fetterman
Dec 8, 20203 min read
Words From the Wife
Ben's other half shares the lessons she's been learning. Everyone who meets Ben is struck by the same thing--how full of life he is. Yes,...
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Ben Fetterman
Oct 18, 20202 min read
Free "Fall" Time
Like most sports mountaineering has an off-season. After a spring and summer full of training and climbing, its time to let the body recover
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Ben Fetterman
Sep 9, 20204 min read
A Grand Time
I was really lucky with the weather, my guide and feeling unstoppable. These things helped to influence my attitude and overall experience.
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Ben Fetterman
Aug 2, 20207 min read
No Pain, No Gain for Summit Success on Mt. Shasta
The summit would be mine, but the gods of Mt. Shasta were going to make me earn it!
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Ben Fetterman
Jun 19, 20203 min read
The Time is Now!
Is it the best timing? Probably not! But, Mt. Shasta, California's 5th tallest and most glaciated peak at 14,179 ft., is officially on.
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Ben Fetterman
May 24, 20204 min read
AMA-Ask Me Anything
Based on the feedback and questions, I thought I would dedicate this post to answering your questions.
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Ben Fetterman
Mar 29, 20204 min read
Times of Crisis: How Climbing Prepared Me for COVID-19
Mountaineering has helped me become a better leader in times of crisis.
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Ben Fetterman
Jan 11, 20203 min read
2019--A Time of Reflection
2019 was a great year in life and in the mountains.
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Ben Fetterman
Oct 31, 20192 min read
Mt. Hood + Mt. Adams
I conquered this duo on my "Do the Deux" expedition
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Ben Fetterman
Oct 27, 20192 min read
Mt. Rainier Series #3: Life Summits
Sometimes the mountains you need to climb are all mental.
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