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Glenn Haerle Mount Washington Climb
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Mount Washington, New Hampshire
Thursday August 12, 2010 at 6am
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Event Information
CONQUERING MOUNTAINS AND STEREOTYPES:
Glenn Haerle Is Climbing Mount Washington in August, Raising Money and Awareness for UCP/NYC
Join the Climb and Be a Part of the Film About Glenn's Remarkable Journey
Glenn and his team will be meeting at 6 am on Thursday at the parking lot in front of the Cog Railway/Jewell Trail entrance at the base of Mount Washington. They expect to reach the summit around 12-2pm. To arrange an interview or for any questions regarding the climb, please contact the film’s producer Kim Surowicz at 323-385-8349.
Click HERE for directions to the Cog Railway/Jewell Trail entrance at Mount Washington or HERE for more information on Mount Washington and trail directions.
Mount Washington is the Northeast’s highest peak at 6,288 feet. Located in the heart of New Hampshire’s White Mountain National Forest, the altitude, combined with the extreme year-round weather conditions, make climbing Mount Washington a challenge and a triumph for those who make it to the top. Climbing Mount Washington can be dangerous, and it is certainly not easy, though Glenn Haerle is used to things not being easy.
Glenn has cerebral palsy and has experienced changes in his ability to do certain activities as he has continued living with effects of this condition. His goal of climbing Mount Washington means more than making it to the top: it’s a way he can raise awareness about cerebral palsy and about the possibilities for everyone to face their own challenges. “Last year I was listening to President Obama encourage people to serve the greater good. I realized that I am in an interesting position. I have cerebral palsy, yet I can do things that other people with cerebral palsy cannot. I thought about my passion and ability to hike. I know that Mount Washington is a big name climb in the northeast. I have never done a hike like this but I know I can do it.”
On August 12, 2010 Glenn, his friends, family, and many supporters will watch a man accomplish a true feat. Filmmakers Doug Bollinger and Kim Surowicz will be there to document the story of Glenn’s remarkable journey as he prepares for this climb.
When writer/director, Doug Bollinger (Mail Order Bride, Waltzing Anna) met Glenn at Montclair State College in New Jersey, he knew Glenn’s dedication and personality would help him reach any goal he set for himself.
Glenn has been an athlete all of his life, playing baseball, volleyball, running track, and lifting weights. When the physical effects of cerebral palsy or side effects of medication have limited his ability to play one sport, he hasn’t given up, but has found a new way to challenge himself. He has always hiked and climbed, thanks to the encouragement of his uncle Dave, an avid climber even at 73 years old, and his older brother, who will be joining Glenn on this climb.
Glenn is also using this as an opportunity to raise money for UCP/NYC.
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| A young Glenn (far left) on a hiking trip with his family |
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Sponsorship Information
We hope that you will help support Glenn Haerle, UCP/NYC and individuals with disabilities and become a part of this amazing event and of the film documenting Glenn’s climb and life. By supporting this project, you will help Glenn and UCP/NYC spread the message that people of all abilities are capable of conquering their own mountains.
Please contact Christy Wensley at cwensley@ucpnyc.org to learn more about Sponsorship Opportunities for the event and documentary.
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Additional Information
For more information on the film, become a fan of The Cohesion Project Facebook Group.
If you are joining us for the climb, The Lodge at Mt. Washington is offering a special rate of $89 per night for climbers and friends and family! Call 1-800-258-0330, ask for in-house reservations, and tell them that you are part of the "Cohesion Project" group. |
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Contact Information
To Join the Climb, Sponsor the Event or Be a Part of the Film, Contact:
Christy Wensley
cwensley@ucpnyc.org
212-979-9700 ext 758
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