Dave Hahn

Mountaineer and accomplished journalist

Dave Hahn - Mountaineer and accomplished journalist
Born

November 3rd, 1961
63 years ago

Category

Explorers & Adventurers

Country

United States

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A prominent mountaineer and journalist, contributions include extensive ascents across notable peaks. Recognition includes multiple ascents of Mount Everest, with a summit record that emphasized both skill and endurance. Career in journalism involved covering numerous outdoor and adventure-related stories, exploring the relationship between nature and human endeavor. Regular contributions to outdoor publications and media highlighted various mountaineering issues and experiences.

Summited Mount Everest multiple times

Wrote extensively for outdoor publications

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