Dawson Stelfox, one of the first Irishmen to scale Mt. Everest is passionate about challenge and encourages everyone to participate in everything, assuring them that, from his experience, the journey is far more satisfying than the destination. That said, however, he gives an interesting and entertaining account of this expedition to the Himalayas. As a young boy he wanted to discover new horizons and it was suggested that he try the kitchen!
For Dawson climbing is a form of escapism, he believes that there are no absolutes in life but always new challenges and everyone should make the most of it.