The Pole at the Top: Reaching the Summit of Mount Ararat

Mark Ziese

December 11, 2012

At 16,854 feet on Ağrı Dağı, the world falls away. A vivid look at pushing through a throbbing headache and gale-force winds to reach the frozen peak.

Mark Ziese

November 23, 2012

Mt. Ararat, Exploring Türkiye

We Can, We Will: Summit Day on Ağrı Dağı

Mark Ziese

November 23, 2012

Mt. Ararat, Exploring Türkiye

What happens when you puncture your air mattress with a crampon at 1:30 AM before a summit push? A firsthand, humorous look at the chaotic reality of high-altitude climbing.