Everest 2009: American Nancy Norris seeks to become the oldest American woman to summit Mt Everest in Spring 2009

This mother of four and grandmother of four has already proven her spirit and strength in the mountains with over 15 climbs on four continents since being introduced to the sport only five years ago.  Her climbs including classic peaks like Mt. Rainier (Washington) and Mt. McKinley (Alaska.).  Nancy lives in Flint, Michigan, where she serves as the aerobic fitness coordinator for a hospital-related health center and also practices as a fitness trainer specializing in closed head injury health and fitness rehabilitation. On Cho Oyu, Nancy Norris joined a team of 25 climbers, guides and support staff organized by International Mountain Guides, Inc. (IMG). Headquartered in Ashford, WA under the direction of American mountaineer Eric Simonson. Want to help or be involved with Nancy' climb? contact EverestSpeakersBureau.com, Marketing and Management Company, Call Todd at 865-577-9862 or E-mail  

Below is her Cho Oyu Photo Show Part One:

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