Hi everyone,

For those of you who know me well, you know my deep passion for the mountains. Hiking isn't just a hobby; it's where I feel most alive, where I find clarity, and where I challenge myself to grow.

This incredible journey, honestly, began as something of an accident. It all started back in 2010 with a family trip to climb Kilimanjaro. What began as a one-time adventure quickly ignited a fire within me, transforming into a quest to complete the Seven Summits – the highest peak on each continent!

So far, I've had the immense privilege of successfully summiting five of these incredible mountains. Every step, every climb, has been self-funded, representing over $150,000 CAD of personal investment in pursuing this dream.

Now, I'm gearing up for Summit #6: Mount Vinson in Antarctica this December. And then, only one remains: Mount Everest, my target for April 2026.

If I'm successful, I will become one of less than 500 people to complete the Seven Summits, and only one of 25 Canadians to ever accomplish this feat.

Everest represents the ultimate challenge, and it's the final piece of this extraordinary journey. As you can imagine, the costs associated with an Everest expedition are significant, far exceeding my previous climbs.

This is where I'm humbly reaching out to my closest friends and family for support. Any contribution, big or small, will directly help me cover the substantial expedition fees, logistical support, and specialized gear needed to safely attempt the world's highest peak.

Should I be fortunate enough to raise funds over and above my expedition costs, all additional proceeds will be donated to the Canadian Spondyloarthritis Association.

Your support would mean the world to me as I embark on this final, monumental chapter. Thank you for being a part of my journey.

You can follow along my journey on Instagram.

Andrew