Meet 93-year-old Everett Kalin, from Oakland. He just achieved an incredible feat by reaching the top of Yosemite's famous Half Dome! Can you believe it? Even young and healthy people find it tough, but Everett did it with the help of his son Jon and granddaughter Sidney.
This adventure idea came to him after he went skydiving at the age of 91! He stays fit by walking around a lake every day and even practices by climbing stairs in his tall building.
His son and granddaughter, who are runners and hikers, joined him on this challenging journey. They started hiking 6 miles on Monday and then climbed Half Dome on Tuesday. The climb took them about 13 hours, but they made it!
People on the mountain were amazed and inspired by Everett's determination. They even took pictures with him! Despite a 20% chance of thunderstorms, the weather was on their side, and they reached the summit. Everett was so happy when he saw the cable locked into the rock at the top. It was a special moment for him and his family, and they were all emotional.
Now, Everett is open to new adventures! Who knows what he'll do next? He's proved that age is just a number, and anything is possible if you set your mind to it!
Now, Everett is open to new adventures! Who knows what he\'ll do next? He\'s proved that age is just a number, and anything is possible if you set your mind to it!
Editor Billy Bagus
Meet 93-year-old Everett Kalin. He just achieved an incredible feat by reaching the top of Yosemite's famous Half Dome!