Andy Nolan conquers Sixth Peak in his Seven Summits Challenge setting his sights on Everest

Andy Nolan has reached the summit of Antarctica’s highest peak, Vinson Massif, setting his sights on Everest to complete the Seven Summits challenge

University of Limerick lecturer and medical device professional Andy Nolan has reached the summit of Antarctica’s highest peak, Vinson Massif, while raising funds for Children’s Grief Centre

University of Limerick lecturer Andy Nolan has reached the summit of Antarctica’s highest peak, Vinson Massif, the sixth peak of his ambitious goal of being the 16th Irish person to complete the Seven Summits Challenge.

With his latest achievement, Andy can now set his sights on the final peak, Everest, which he plans to attempt within the next 12 months.

Andy’s climbs are not just for his personal journey, but benefit local charities as his most recent climbs have helped support Children’s Grief Centre in Limerick which provides essential support to young people coping with the loss of a loved one.

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Speaking about why he chose Children’s Grief Centre as a charity to support for his recent climbs, Andy said, “The Children’s Grief Centre provides vital support to young people coping with the loss of a loved one, offering them a safe space to express their feelings and navigate their grief. The work they do is truly transformative, helping children and teenagers find hope and healing during some of the most challenging times in their lives.”

Since beginning his Seven Summits journey in 2018, Andy has conquered Kilimanjaro in Africa, Elbrus in Europe, Aconcagua in South America, Denali in North America, and Kosciuszko in Australia. Now with Vinson Massif behind him, he can join a club of approximately 600 people worldwide and become the 16th Irish person to complete the Seven Summits Challenge since the idea was founded in the 1950s.

Reflecting on his latest accomplishment, Andy said, “That’s a wrap on Vinson and #6. It’s not all just about the training and prep. Sure, it’s important to turn up present and able. The key part of any expedition for me is teamwork and relying on a little luck from mother nature. Drive on and it’s just one foot In front of the other. You’re less than 50 per cent there when you hit the top! Here’s to number 7 and Everest!”

Andy’s fundraising campaign is still underway on iDonate having raised more than €6,500 towards his €10,000 goal as he continues to ask people to “lob a few bob” to support a “fantastic charity”.

As his preparation gets underway for Everest, Andy explained he will still make the seventh climb for charity, and is calling on businesses and organisations to help make the dream a reality by supporting his future climb.

If any organisation or business is interested in collaborating with Andy on Everest, pleaser reach out directly.