Support My Journey: Climbing 14 Peaks Without Oxygen

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About Me

I’m a 49-year-old Australian mountaineer with over 25 years of climbing experience. My passion for high-altitude climbing began in 2007 when I summited Cho Oyu (8,188m) solo and without supplemental oxygen. That climb revealed my natural ability to perform in thin air and sparked a dream: to climb all 14 of the world’s 8,000m peaks without oxygen.

After navigating the challenges of menopause and a life-changing divorce, I made the bold decision to fully commit to my dream. I sold my home to fund my climbs, but without further financial support, completing this historic challenge will not be possible.

My Goal

To climb all 14 of the world’s 8,000m peaks:

✅ Without supplemental oxygen

✅ To the true summits

✅ To become the first woman in history to do so

My Journey So Far

My project officially began on July 15, 2023, when I became the first Australian woman to summit Broad Peak (8,051m) without oxygen. Since then, I have also climbed:

Manaslu (8,163m)
Annapurna (8,091m)
Makalu (8,485m) – reaching the highest altitude of any Australian woman without oxygen
Cho Oyu (8,188m)

In total, I have 10 summits over 8,000m, including Everest and K2. Today, I am proud to be Australia’s most accomplished female high-altitude mountaineer.

Why This Matters

This journey isn’t just about personal achievement—it’s about proving that we are capable of more than we think. I want to inspire people of all ages to chase their dreams, step outside their comfort zones, and realize their true potential. It is never too late to dream big.

How You Can Help

By contributing, you’ll be directly supporting a historic moment in mountaineering. Your donation will help cover: