Why? It’s not because it’s there, it’s more about having that inner desire to explore, and not just to explore the earths physical aspects, but also to explore and experience one’s personal limits and abilities. A feeling you can’t imitate in everyday living. Then to add to that, being able to overcome some of Mother Nature’s ultimate power is exhilarating, but not just for the achievement and glory, but to show respect for mother earth and to express one’s total admiration for her strength, and that you will always appreciate the opportunity to have experienced, and temporarily overcome, just some of her greatness. And in return we see greatness in ourselves. (Howard Polley)
