Lou Whittaker

American mountaineer

Lou Whittaker (February 10, 1929 – March 24, 2024)[1] was an American mountaineer, mountain guide, and businessman. He and his twin brother, Jim Whittaker were well known mountain climbers.[2]

Lou Whittaker
Whittaker (left) in 1996 on Mount Rainier
Born(1929-02-10)February 10, 1929
DiedMarch 24, 2024(2024-03-24) (aged 95)
Washington, U.S.
OccupationMountaineer

Known for his mountain climbing experience, Whittaker became the most experienced glacier-travel guide by climbing Mount Rainier with over 250 summits. He created Rainier Mountaineering, developed a group of successful climbing-related businesses. He also led the first American ascent of the North Col of Mount Everest in 1984.[3]

He also wrote about his experiences in Lou Whittaker - Memoirs of a Mountain Guide.

Whittaker died on March 24, 2024 in Washington state at the age of 95.[4]

References

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  1. "Lou Whittaker A mountaineering pioneer". TheNewsTribune.com. 2008-03-27.[permanent dead link]
  2. "Brothers synonymous with mountain climbing in Northwest". Reading Eagle. (Pennsylvania). Associated Press. March 13, 1983. p. 43.
  3. * Lou Whittaker's page on the Rainer Mountaineering site
  4. Lou Whittaker, mountaineering legend, dies at 95

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