#086. Rick Ridgeway: Mountaineering to conservation, K2 to Patagonia

Rick Ridgeway is an outdoor adventurer, writer and advocate for sustainability and conservation initiatives. For 15 years, Rick was the VP of Environmental Affairs and then VP of Public Engagement at Patagonia, Inc.  In addition, Rick is recognized as one of the world’s foremost mountaineers. With three companions, he was the first American to summit K2,  which at over 28,000 feet is the world’s 2nd highest peak after Everest and is located on the China-Pakistan border. Rick has done other significant climbs and explorations on all continents. He has written seven books, many magazine stories and produced and directed dozens of television shows. National Geographic honored him with its “Lifetime Achievement in Adventure” award.

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