Robert Alt was publicly recognized from the Statehouse floor by Ohio’s House of Representatives for his accomplishment in summiting Mt. Everest on May 15, 2025.

Reflect with Robert Alt on the impactful meaning of the pithy Italian phrase verso l’alto.

American mountaineer Robert Alt shares his firsthand perspective as he relishes a front-row seat to observe the inaugural use and impact of drones on Everest for the 2025 climbing season.

Robert Alt extends thanks to those who generously enabled his blogging and to the people who have served as examples in his personal life, professional career, and hobby sport.

Robert Alt conveys how a Czech proverb augured his eventual mountain climbing and wonders whether he was destined to reach the summit of Mount Everest on the exact day he ultimately did in 2025.

Controversial xenon gas promises to make Everest easier and more accessible—but also discourages correct preparation and devalues the efforts of those who train properly—which could result in even more crowding, death, and risk to Sherpas.