Mount Everest was a culmination of an odyssey that began at age twelve when her father took her up her first mountain. By the time she was seventeen she was devoting all her time to climbing.
Her first break came in 1977 when she joined an all women expedition to Mount Logan. Then, in 1983, she had her first big success with the Cassin Ridge on Mount McKinley.
Expeditions to Makalu (1984), the south face of Aconcagua (1984) and the northeast face of Huascaran Sur (1985) followed. By 1986 she realized that she was ready for anything. Her ascent of Mount Everest by the difficult west ridge and north face was first for a North American woman. Sharon’s team climbed Mount Everest by way of a new and difficult route, a smaller team, without Sherpas and with fewer resources. Their bold approach inspired exemplary character and extraordinary esprit de corps.
After Everest she moved on to other adventures. Much in demand as a public speaker, she travels the world sharing her experiences and her approach to risk.
“To the Summit and Beyond” is more than an adventure story - it is a timeless, universal story about the triumph of the human spirit over adversity. For anyone wanting to be more effective in his or her work or life, Sharon's story is a powerful inspiration.
Sharon Wood, the first North American woman to summit Mt. Everest, is available through IMG Speakers Bureau for speaking engagements. Sharon Wood is also available for motivational events, business seminars, and much more. Please contact IMG Speakers at 212-774-6735 or speakers@imgworld.com for more information on booking Sharon Wood.
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