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#41 | Climbing Mount Everest Part 1 (with Laurie Skreslet)
May 30, 2023
Laurie Skreslet, experienced climber, shares his thrilling adventure climbing Mount Everest in 1982. Topics include facing dangerous avalanches, the closure of the route up the mountain, and a life-changing moment. Learn expressions and vocabulary related to unexpected outcomes, and follow the climber's journey to the base of Mount Everest and their perseverance in facing challenges.
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- Embarking on a journey to find adventure can spark a passion for a new endeavor, as seen in Laurie's quest to climb Mount Everest.
- Pushing through setbacks and challenges with determination and refusing to give in can lead to transformative outcomes, as demonstrated by Laurie's successful climb despite injuries and a closed route.
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Laurie's Search for Adventure
Laurie Screslet, an expert climber, embarked on a journey to find adventure. After leaving home at a young age, he hitchhiked across Europe and the Middle East with the goal of reaching the base of Mount Everest. This quest sparked a passion for climbing in Laurie and he discovered his talent for mountaineering. Unbeknownst to him, a group of people was forming an expedition to conquer Everest, and Laurie eventually joined the team, spending two years preparing for the climb.
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