American Mountaineering Legend Jim Whittaker Dies at 97
**American Mountaineering Legend Jim Whittaker Dies at 97** Key Takeaways: Jim Whittaker, first American to summit Mount Everest, passed away at 97. Whittaker was integral to the growth and success of outdoors retailer REI, serving as its first full-time employee and eventually CEO. He had a profound impact on mountaineering, contributing significantly to various major … Read more