The highest point in the Western Hemisphere is found in the Andes range of Argentina: Aconcagua. It’s one of the Seven Summits — the name collectively given to the highest mountain from each continent. Aconcagua rises 22,838 feet, meaning that all those who attempt to summit it must deal with the high altitude and extreme weather. The mountain claims lives frequently, and has even been nicknamed “Mountain of Death.” The climb is not for the faint of heart.
Rick Jordan wanted to summit this mountain. (more…)