The Chris and Charlie K2 Expedition 2002
8611m
THE DREAM
In the summer of 2002, two American climbers - Christine Boskoff and Charlie Fowler - will travel to northern Pakistan to scale the south side of K2. Climbing "by fair means", without the use of supplemental oxygen, fixed camps or additional manpower , these talented climbers will acclimate on lower mountains, then make a rapid, alpine-style ascent of K2 in mid-summer. If successful, Christine will be the first American woman to climb K2. Charlie, a professional filmmaker, will document the ascent on video.
Perhaps the world's most coveted summit is that of K2. Rising to 8611 meters in the Karakoram mountain range, it is the world's second highest peak; also one of the most beautiful and challenging to climb. The extreme altitude, severe weather and huge scale of this peak combine to make a successful ascent an elusive and dangerous undertaking. Despite a long history of exploration and climbing attempts, fewer than 200 people have stood on top, and only five women have achieved this goal.
In the spirit of giving back to the communities they visit, Christine and Charlie pledge to support the Central Asia Institute with all funds donated to their expedition in excess of their costs.
The Central Asia Institute is a grassroots 501 (c) 3 nonprofit organization that promotes community -based education and conservation programs in remote climbing regions of Pakistan's Karakoram, and Central Asia's Pamir Mountains.
THE TEAM
Christine Boskoff is the world's most experienced woman high altitude climber, with eight expeditions to 8000-meter peaks to her credit (having summitted six, including Everest ). Despite several attempts, no American woman has come close to succeeding on K2. Christine is uniquely qualified to achieve this goal. She is the owner of Mountain Madness, Inc., a climbing guide service based in Seattle.
Charlie Fowler is a professional photographer, filmmaker and writer from Norwood, Colorado. A climber for almost 35 years, he has ascended many of the world's most difficult peaks. Charlie has explored and pioneered new routes on rock, ice and mountains in the Andes, the Himalaya, North America and Europe. Recent climbs include 8000 meter peaks Cho Oyu and Shishapangma in Tibet.
Scott Morgan, a good friend of Christine and Charlie, will accompany the climbers to Pakistan. From San Diego, his latest passion is climbing mountains. Scott will act as Basecamp Manager and help organize logistics for the team.
THE PLAN
Christine and Charlie will be leading an expedition to Everest in the spring of 2002. Immediately after this trip, they will fly to Pakistan to attempt K2.
Tentative itinerary:
June 15: Arrive in Islamabad
June 16&17: Make arrangements in Islamabad
June 18: Fly to Skardu
June 19: Organize logistics in Skardu
June 20: Drive to Askole
June 21-26: Trek to K2 basecamp
June 27-August 31: Climb K2
September 1: Trek out and depart for the US
MOUNTAIN MADNESS is organizing a support trek to accompany the climbers to basecamp.
Call 1-800-328-5925 or visit the website www.mountainmadness.com for more information.
CONTACT INFORMATION
For more information or questions regarding our climb or sponsorship options:
CHARLIE FOWLER
PO BOX 506
NORWOOD COLORADO 81423
970-327-4192 charlieclimber@yahoo.com
CHRISTINE BOSKOFF
4218 S.W. ALASKA, SUITE 206
SEATTLE WA 98116
206-937-1772 cboskoff@yahoo.com
SCOTT MORGAN
2396 WORDEN STREET
SAN DIEGO, CA 92107
619-688-3966 rsctt83@aol.com
VISIT THE EXPEDITION WEBSITE: www.k2ascent.com for updates on their adventure and more about Christine and Charlie More information about the Central Asia Institute can be found on their website: www.ikat.org email: info@ikat.org toll free phone: 1-877-585-7841 thanks for your help, Chris, Charlie and Scott |
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