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Sir Chris Bonington in Katoomba

Gearins Hotel, 30th January 2009

In association with our friends at Berghaus, we were fortunate to host British mountaineering legend Sir Chris Bonington. Chris presented a fascinating audio visual presentation of his early climbing career covering ascents in the Britain and the European Alps, the famous 1970 ascent of Annapurna, and the Central Tower of Paine in Patagonia. It was a fantastic night, and we look forward to him visting again.

The man of the moment.
The man and the MC.
They came from near and far for this special event.
And the audience stretched into the distance.
Old climbers' smiles - Macca and Chris.
Young climbers' smiles - Nathan and Ben.
Warwick brought the most books, and Chris autographed every one of them.
Chris with Mr and Mrs Summit Gear - Trish and Dave.
Bob Noble won an autographed copy of 'Chris Boningtons Everest' - proceeds from the raffle go towards Blue Mountains Climbers Trackcare group.
Everest summiteer Lincoln Hall was in attendance promoting the Australian Himalayan Foundation.
Dick (the tiger walker), Chris (the guide - note TWO drinks!), Henrik and Dan (sporting team issue shirts and mandatory folded arms).
Monique brought new baby Coco along, and is seen here discussing crimping techniques with visiting Austrian crusher - Nina.