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“The mountain decides whether you climb or not. The art of mountaineering is knowing when to go, when to stay, and when to retreat.”

Quote by Ed Viesturs

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Ed Viesturs is a renowned high-altitude mountaineer, known for his remarkable achievements in the Himalayas. Born on June 22, 1959, he has been climbing Mount Everest since the 1990s and has successfully summited it multiple times. Viesturs is respected for his emphasis on safety and respect for the environment in mountaineering. more

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