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Silk Road Journey — 2006
In May of 2006 filmmaker Tim Boelter and writer Mike Chrisp launched a remarkable journey into China's wild Western frontier. They traveled over 6,000 miles along China's ancient Silk Road. Their odyssey explored a remote corner of the most populous country on Earth — and the most dangerous desert in the world. Along the way they posted colorful updates and photos from their adventure. Revisit their journey.
Siguniang climb — 2004
In October 2003 Tim Boelter and climbing partner Jon Otto attempted the 20,505-foot Mt. Siguniang in the Sichuan province of southwest China. The mountain is one of the “Four Maidens” — four striking peaks that stand side by side like sisters.
The attempt of this stylish alpine pyramid was cut short because of unrelenting and dangerous rock falls. This vertical technical rock and ice climb lived up to its reputation.
Tim and Jon then returned to this beautiful, diverse region known as the Asian Alps in 2004 for another attempt and to continue the film. During their 2004 climb, they logged their progress to this website. This 2004 climb is featured in our award-winning film Higher Ambitions.
Mt. Everest climb — 2001
In March of 2001 the British American Lightweight Everest Expedition departed for Mount Everest. This small team of four climbers attempted to climb the North Col to Northeast Ridge route. Without the support of Sherpas this team climbed from Advanced Base Camp on the East Rongbuk Glacier up the mountain, establishing camps.
The expedition used a satellite link to send photos and dispatches back to this Web site. In addition to taking the audience along on this climb, this Web site gave historical, geographical, and cultural information about Mount Everest and — most importantly — what it was like for this team of four to test their capacity to reach the highest point on earth.