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 Articles
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
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
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 ...
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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!
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
The story so far
2007-12-31 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
I can see my house from here!
0000-00-00 00:00:00 http://antwrp.gsfc.nasa.gov/apod/ap030831 .html Click on the link above or copy and paste it into your browser. It is a wide angle 360? of the world from the summit of Everest. Note that the sky is blac, even during the day, due to the lack of air in the atmosphere to reflect light, giving ... More About: House |
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