I just came across an article about an amazing young man who has just reached the summit of Mt. Vinson and become the youngest person to have climbed the seven summits. I was so amazed, I just had to share it with you. 

Mt Vinson final step on Johnny Collinson’s amazing journey

Standing atop Vinson, 17 year old Johnny Collinson became the youngest person ever to climb all seven summits. The truly amazing thing is that he did it in a single year. 

Usually, topping all seven highest mountains takes years to accomplish. My own journey to the top of the world’s highest mountains started in 2003 when I climbed Cotopaxi, and I’m finally closing in on the finish of my journey, which I hope to complete this March. 

One of the most exciting things about Johnny’s accomplishment is that he’s well on his way to accomplishing many more life goals. It’ll be interesting to see what his next goal is. He’s apparently the type of person who keeps his eye on his goals until their complete, so I have no doubt he’ll accomplish anything he puts his mind to. 

On the other hand, it appears that Johnny’s record might not stand long. Thirteen year old Jordan Romero has hopes of topping Johnny’s record. He’ll be climbing Everest about the same time I will. Following Jordan’s quest should be a lot of fun. Maybe I’ll get a chance to chat with him before he starts his climb up Everest.