Climb of Hope Climb of Hope n March 2008, I will go to Mount Everest to take a message of hope to the top of the world for all to see. To tell mankind that hope lies in a single step. I'm raising funds for CANSA to developing cancer patient support and care programmes
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The East Coast Radio Big Walk
2009-03-28 02:33:00 All dressed up and nowhere go but the Big Walk . Robby recently took to the streets of Durban dressed in Insulated Double Boots, salopettes(a mixture between dungarees and sleeping bag) and climbing harness to hand out leaflets for the Climb of Hope. Needless to say that Robby finished in the ... More About: Radio , East , Coast
The Banner has gone off to the printers!
2009-03-28 02:33:00 After a bit of a last minute rush, we have finally put it all together and Roy Mann and the great people at Yes Mann will be printing it on lightweight fabric for me to take to Everest. Thank you to everyone for your amazing contributions. Today is the realisation of ... More About: Printers , Banner
Everest banner taking shape
2009-03-28 02:33:00 With less than two weeks left to go, we have a preliminary layout for the banner going to the top. There are still blocks available should anyone wish to purchase them, but bear in mind, all artwork must be submitted by Wednesday 18 March 2009. This deadline ensures the banner can ... More About: Everest , Shape , Banner , Taking
Change of plan
2009-03-28 02:33:00 After careful and prudent consideration, it is with regret that I will be withdrawing from my involvement with CANSA (Cancer Association of South Africa) with immediate effect. After several discussions I feel that I would prefer to appoint CHOC (Childhood Cancer Foundation of South Africa) as the beneficiary for the 2009 ... More About: Change , Plan
Dreaming of a white Christmas
2009-03-28 02:33:00 In preparation for the Big E, we thought it would be a good idea to get away to deepest darkest Africa for a week or two. 9? above the equator in the middle of Kenya is Africa?s second highest, but not to be underestimated, mountain. More often than not, the people ... More About: Christmas , White , Dreaming , White Christmas
World Lymphoma Awareness Day
2009-03-28 02:33:00 15 September is World Lymphoma Awareness Day and in order to raise awareness and funds for CANSA, we held an event at Clearwater Mall in Gauteng. So in order to raise a few eyebrows and give the public a taste of the conditions on Mount Everest, Robby spent 2 days in ...
-15C expected in JHB
2009-03-28 02:33:00 15 September is World Lymphoma Awareness Day and what better way to help the cause than to spend it sitting around doing very little. In conjuction with CANSA and Roche, I will be at the Clearwater Mall in Johannesburg on the weekend of 13 and 14 September...sitting in a fridge at ...
Angus Leppan Climb - Drakensberg
2009-03-28 02:33:00 The second weeknd of August was spent in the Drakensberg climbing the classic Angus Leppan route. Apart from being a great opportunity to spend time in the mountains, the weeknd was a great training exercise. We carried relatively heavy, about 24kg packs, which is probably due the Weber braai, charcoal and ... More About: Climb
Sean Wisedale Talk at DHS
2009-03-28 02:33:00 On Wednesday, I went with my dear old mother to see Sean speak at a fundraiser at Durban Boys High School. It's always nice to chat to Sean with his friendly and down to earth manner. Despite being the first South African to summit all 7 Summits, he is still ... More About: Talk
The Olympic Torch on the top
2008-05-25 00:00:00 http://link.brightcove.com/services/link/ bcpid452319854/bctid1543415174 Well, after an eventful journey across the planet, the Olympic torch was carried onto the summit of Everest on Thursday morning (8 May). A summit team of 5 managed to take the flame to the highest point on Earth despite relentless weather and several delays. Once the team had summitted, ... More About: Torch
Discovery Channel & Everest
2008-05-02 00:00:00 In South Africa, Discovery Channel (250) is flighting Series II of Everest : Beyond the Limits, 21h00 Mondays. It documents an Everest Expedition to the North Ridge of Everest and the daily lives of those attempting the climb to the 8850m summit. The expedition is led by Russel Brice from Himex, Himalayan ... More About: Discovery Channel
Desktop Calendar
2008-04-12 00:00:00 First Ascent, sponsors of the most awesome down and performance outdoor gear have featured Robby and the Climb of Hope for April and May 2008. Hardcore mountaineer and calendar centrefold. Won't Mom be proud. http://www.firstascent.co.za/calendar.php More About: Desktop , Calendar
The low down on up high.
2008-04-09 00:00:00 So much has happened in the last few weeks, leaving me in a bit of a tailspin. So allow me to explain it all in hope of getting the show back on the road. On a positive note, the Climb of Hope expedition to Everest is still happening, just not when ... More About: High
In the news?
2008-03-07 00:00:00 In the Daily News on Friday in conjunction with the CANSA Shavathon. A raging success country wide. daily-news.pdf More About: In the News , The News
Robby speaks at CANSA Gala Dinner
2008-03-07 00:00:00 On Saturday 16 February, I spoke at the CANSA Gala Dinner . The black tie event was nothing short of spectacular and the company made it an evening to remember. My speech was very well received and I was met with a standing ovation. Not only this, but we sent an ice ...
Just a thought
2008-03-07 00:00:00 As the time to take off draws nearer, I start to realise the immense proportion of this project and its far-reaching effect. With 24 sleeps left, I find myself looking, often with tired eyes, at what is left to be crossed off my list before I am cleared for take ... More About: Thought
Dischem Shopathon
2008-02-15 00:00:00 The wonderful people at Dischem Pharmacies were generous enough to sponsor the expedition with R5000 to buy toiletries, supplements and first aid supplies for the trip. So on Sunday afternoon I set off to La Lucia Mall for a shopping spree of note. It was amazing how friendly all the staff ...
Another step in the right direction
2008-01-26 00:00:00 At 16h00 I got off the phone with Nigel Dott from Drifter Adventure Centre. They have agreed to sponsor a fair portion of my gear for Everest. I would like to take this opportunity to express my gratitude to "the guys" for their endless help and long-term support of my ... More About: Step , Direction , Rect
Michelin man hits Durban
2008-01-15 00:00:00 What better way to start a Monday than to receive a giant box from First Ascent with your name on it. My Down Suit arrived today, along a whole pile of the most awesome technical climbing clothing and accessories. First Ascent have been generous in sponsoring close on R20 000 ... More About: Hits , Michelin
The Father of Everest dies.
2008-01-13 00:00:00 Sir Edmund Hillary, the first man to summit Mount Everest , passed away on 10 January 2008 after several days in hospital. The New Zealander was 88 years old and had been ill for several weeks. Hillary and Tenzing Norgay (died 1986) were heroes in the eyes of mountaineers worldwide, myself included. ... More About: Father , Dies , Eres
SAfm Radio interview Saturday 12 Jan
2008-01-13 00:00:00 I will be doing an interview on SAfm Radio tomorrow, Saturday 12 January at 16h30. (fm 104-107) Please tell as many people as possible to increase the reach of the project and hopefully help generate more funding for CANSA. The last interview I did led to a very promising contact, so ... More About: Interview
A boy and a big rock
2008-01-13 00:00:00 Hiya, just wanted to let ya'all know that the old blog site is still available at http://www.boyoneverest.blogspot.com/. All new posts will be done on www.climbofhope.com. Feel free to comment on the latest article here or contact Robby on robby@climbofhope.com. Media coverage: http://www.supersport.co.za Robby has put together a snap ... More About: Rock
The story so far
2008-01-13 00:00:00 Well 2007 is rapidly drawing to a close and I am constantly reminded how fast this expedition is approaching. With the festive season here, most companies are closed and most of the people I have been dealing with are away. On the 21st December I received a very encouraging phone call ... More About: Story , The Story
More media coverage!
2008-01-13 00:00:00 Robby Kojetin is making the news again! Robby is looking for sponsorships for the climb and you can support him by purchasing 'blocks' of a flag at R 500 (USD $ 70) per block which is going to the summit of Mnt Everest. More info at http://www.climbofhope.com Recent articles: http://www.abc-of-mountaineering.com/news /200712/mountaineer-to-climb-everest-for- cancer-awareness.asp http://www.witness.co.za/?showcontent&glo bal%5B_id%5D=1419 http://www.bizcommunity.com/Noticeboard/1 96/11/6691.html More About: Media , Coverage
Merry Christmas
2008-01-13 00:00:00 I would like to wish everyone a very happy Christmas and a great New Year. Please spare a thought for those who cannot be with loved ones. As Sheena, my step mom says: "Some can meet but canna eat. Some may eat but canna meet. But we can meet and we ... More About: Merry Christmas , Merry
Radio 702 Interview
2008-01-13 00:00:00 Last Friday I was interviewed by David Sullivan on 702 Talk Radio . Not only was it great exposure to announce the expedition on national radio, but it was great speaking to David. He is well read on the various expeditions on Everest and we had a great chat on air. I ... More About: Interview
A boy and a big rock
2008-01-07 00:00:00 Hiya, just wanted to let ya'all know that the old blog site is still available at http://www.boyoneverest.blogspot.com/. All new posts will be done on www.climbofhope.com. Feel free to comment on the latest article here or contact Robby on robby@climbofhope.com. Media coverage: http://www.supersport.co.za Robby has put together a snap ... More About: Rock
Radio 702 Interview
2007-12-31 00:00:00 Last Friday I was interviewed by David Sullivan on 702 Talk Radio . Not only was it great exposure to announce the expedition on national radio, but it was great speaking to David. He is well read on the various expeditions on Everest and we had a great chat on air. I ... More About: Interview
Merry Christmas
2007-12-31 00:00:00 I would like to wish everyone a very happy Christmas and a great New Year. Please spare a thought for those who cannot be with loved ones. As Sheena, my step mom says: "Some can meet but canna eat. Some may eat but canna meet. But we can meet and we ... More About: Merry Christmas , Merry
More media coverage!
More articles from this author:2007-12-31 00:00:00 Robby Kojentin is making the news again! Robby is looking for sponsorships for the climb and you can support him by purchasing 'blocks' of a flag at R 500 (USD $ 70) per block which is going to the summit of Mnt Everest. More info at http://www.climbofhope.com/?page_id=5 Recent media: http://www.abc-of-mountaineering.com/news /200712/mountaineer-to-climb-everest-for- cancer-awareness.asp and http://www.bizcommunity.com/Noticeboard/1 96/11/6691.html More About: Media , Coverage 1, 2 |
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