Expeditions
Phase 1 - 2025 - Kilimanjaro, Carstensz, Kosciuszko, and volunteering
Beginning this challenge where it began in 2023, by taking on Mt Kilimanjaro. This is followed by the only rock climbing peak on the list, and an exploratory hike to Australia's tallest point.
Climbing Kilimanjaro
Aug/Sept 2025
Mt Kilimanjaro
19,341 FT / 5,895 M
Arusha, Tanzania, Africa
Aug/Sept 2025
7 Day Climb via the "Machame Route"
Avg Pack Weight - 35 lbs
The mountain that started this journey, Kilimanjaro. It seems only fitting to complete this 7-day climb gaining 16,044' of elevation exactly 2 years after the first climb that inspired this challenge.
Climbing Carstenz Pyramid*
Oct 2025
Carstenz Pyrmaid / Puncak Jaya
19,341 FT / 4,884 M
New Guinea, Oceania
Oct 2025
11 Day Climb via the "North Face"
Avg Pack Weight - 25 lbs
This climb is the only one of the Seven summits that requires specialized rock-climbing skills as opposed to technical mountaineering skills. This climb is 11-days with over 3000' of elevation gain over sheer rock.
Climbing Kosciuszko*
Nov 2025
Mt Kosciuszko
7,310 FT / 2,228 M
NSW, Australia, Oceania
Nov 2025
3 Day Climb via "Hannels Spur"
Avg Pack Weight - 35 lbs
While not a technical or alpine peak, Kosciuszko offers unparalleled views of the Australian Alps. Following the Hannels Spur, the original route of summit this climb allows a 3,000' elevation gain in a tight gulley.
Volunteering
2025
After each summit, 1 week will be spent volunteering on a community betterment project in a location near the climb.
While volunteer efforts for Phase 1 are not finalized, here is the presumptive plan.
Kilimanjaro - Arusha Clean Water Project
Carstenz Pyramid - Ocean CleanUp Project
Kosciuszko - Ocean CleanUp Project
Phase 2 - 2026 Aconcauga, elbrus, denali, vinson massif, and volunteering
2026 begins by ramping up with Aconcagua, the second tallest mountain on the list, known for brutal weather. This is followed by extreme climbs on Elbrus, Denali, and Vinson, completing all but one of the Seven Summits.
Climbing Aconcagua
Jan 2026
Mt Aconcagua
22,837 FT / 6,961 M
Argentina, South America
Dec 2024/Jan 2025
21 Day Climb via the "Normal Route"
Avg Pack Weight - 50 lbs
A Climb of South America's tallest peak, The "Stone Sentinel" is the first mountain to be taken on in this challenge. After kicking off a 12 week prep in September, I will be looking to tackle this mounting around the New Year 2025.
Denali Prep on Rainier
Feb 2026
Mt Rainier
14, 411 FT / 4,392 M
Washington, USA
Feb 2025
9 Day Denali Prep Course
Avg Pack Weight - 55 lbs
This course with the same guide service that operates on Denali is defined as crucial to a successful Denali climb in May 2025. This course reiterates glacier travel, ice climbing techniques, crevasse rescue methodologies, and brutal weather experience to prepare physically and mentally for Denali.
Climbing Mt Elbrus
Mar 2026
Mt Elbrus
18,5107 FT / 5,642 M
Caucasus Mountains, Russia, Europe
June / July 2026
15 Day Climb
Avg Pack Weight - 60 lbs
Climbing Elbrus, located in Russia, has been pushed to last on this list and climbing is dependent on political and social factors between Russia and the US. This climb is known for its tough, steep terrain with over 6,000' of elevation gain in a remote spot in this mountain range.
Climbing Mt Denali
May 2026
Mt Denali
20.310 FT / 6,190 M
Alaska, USA, North America
May 2026
21 Day Climb via the "Normal Route"
Avg Pack Weight - 55 lbs + Pull 70 lbs Sled
This climb is said by some to be more difficult than Everest. A 10-Day additional training course is required the February before climbing. The climb of Denali itself is a 21-day feat with 13,120' of elevation gain over glacial terrain.
Climbing Vinson Massif
May 2026
Vinson Massif
16,050 FT / 4,892 M
Sentinel Range, Antartica
Dec 2026
21 Day Climb via the "Normal Route"
Avg Pack Weight - 55 lbs + Pull 70 lbs Sled
This mountain is known to be brutal. Located on Antarctica, it takes several days of travel just to start climbing Vinson Massif. This climb is 20-days long upon arrival and requires nearly 10,000' of elevation gain in one of the coldest environments known to man.
Volunteering
Volunteer Opportunities for Phase 2 are To-Be-Determined. If you have suggestions for volunteering opportunities in these communities, please let me know.
While volunteer efforts for Phase 2 are not finalized, here is the presumptive plan.
Aconcagua - School Building Project
Elbrus - TBD
Denali - TBD
Vinson Massif - Serving Christmas Dinner in Location TBD (South Argentina?)
Phase 3 - 2027 Everest - The Final Push
A long, scary, and intimidating climb. There's a reason why Everest is late on this list. It stands as a culmination of skill and a testament to training and technique. This long climb will allow a view from atop the World.
Climbing Everest
Apr/May 2026
Mt Everest
29,032 FT / 8848.9 M
Himalayan Mountains, China/Nepal, Asia
April - May 2026
67 Day Climb
Avg Pack Weight - 45+ lbs
Known across the world as one of the most dangerous feats of mountaineering. Everest has a name synonymous with fear. However, for those who dare to test their limitations, the summit holds an unmentionable beauty that few can ever experience. A 67-day battle with the elements while gaining over 20,000' of elevation climbing to the top of the world.
Volunteering - Phase 4
Volunteer Opportunities for Phase 4 are To-Be-Determined. If you have suggestions for volunteering opportunities in this community, please let me know.
Why would someone take on a challenge like this?
George Mallory said it best,
"Because its there."
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