About Mike Johnson |
Mike Johnson grew up in Montana and was introduced to the outdoors at a very young age by his grandpa, who had a cabin outside of the Bob Marshall Wilderness area. He has fond memories of going there every summer, enjoying the simplicity of nature and the comfort of family.
His interest in the outdoors and all it’s adventures only grew when he moved to Colorado as a teenager. Since then, he has always been open to new experiences and particularly feels fortunate when he finds an opportunity that combines his enthusiasm for sports, his love of the outdoors and his thirst for adventure with a worthwhile cause.
Mike currently lives in Denver but feels most at home in the Mountains, no matter the season. He is always ready to head west for a hut trip, an Adventure race, any type of skiing, biking, lacrosse tournament, you name it! If there is something going on in the mountains, especially if it is for a cause, Mike is usually present.
While in Denver, he keeps himself busy as a volunteer youth lacrosse coach, volunteering on boards and running his own business, Eclipse Sign.
Although Mike has been fortunate to have good health, he has had dear friends and family members of loved ones struggle with cancer and its consequences. He has seen first hand how cancer affects the lives and relationships of not only those diagnosed, but the entire family and circle of friends. Often feeling powerless as he watched those he cared for deeply, struggle, he made a conscious decision to get involved when opportunities arose to make a difference.
Thus… his quest for Everest. It seems too perfect. An opportunity to get involved with a cause he feels strongly about…an opportunity to provide hope and raise awareness and an opportunity to challenge himself in yet another outdoor adventure.
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Mike,
Wanted to let you know that I admire your choice and I am excited to hear how your adventure/quest goes…
I had no idea you had such a large healthy heart!
Congratulations in all that you do!
L.Thomson (Tasha’s Australian g.friend)
August 21st, 2007 | #
mike i incourage your trip and cause i will see you in a while get me a rock bye
October 10th, 2007 | #
Good luck Mike. We can’t wait to hear about the experience.
Pat, Fara, Teran and Mags
October 10th, 2007 | #
with you in spirit!
i will be thinking of you. enjoy that himilayan air!!!
so excited to hear about your adventure.
be safe. renaun
October 10th, 2007 | #
this is quite an undertaking! Please be careful but have an amazing time. Looking forward to hearing about the journey. Be nice to the shirpas and bring lots of warm mittens:-) good luck, Shay, Bif and Aidan
October 11th, 2007 | #
What an amazing adventure! We can’t wait to follow your travels and proud of your good works
Mimi, Grant, Sunny and Sydney T.
October 15th, 2007 | #
Good Luck Buttface! What an amazing experience this must be–be sure to have Jake tell you lots of Everest stories–he’s got tons.
-R-
October 15th, 2007 | #
Hi Mike,
your gone almost a week and must be getting used to being half way around the world and another culture. just beginning the trek? anyway while you are gone the Rockies are in the World Series and they swept the D-Bags. Thought you would want to know. also Max has been asked to go to Santiago Chile the day after thanksgiving for 4 weeks. Dinner the night before thanksgiving? but of course only if you survive the trek.
October 17th, 2007 | #
What a trip so far! Enjoying the daily journal. We have much snow in the mountains. You’ll be skiing when you get home. Stay safe and continue to enjoy it all. Love ya, mom and Steve.
October 18th, 2007 | #
WOW! This is amazing Mike. I am so proud of you butt. Please be careful and come home safely. Your amazing!
October 19th, 2007 | #
How are you holding up? It’s been a wonderful trek but sounds exhausting!Congrats on reaching base camp. Prayers are with you. Much love, mom and Steve
October 25th, 2007 | #
You are missed! We check out the pictures/podcasts and journals daily. Grace was humming the love, hope and strength song while eating her french toast. We are all excited to hear the details of the weeks gone by….
October 25th, 2007 | #
Mikey-
Hope you are keeping warm! Hurry home because ski season is aproaching fast. Rockies are now down 3-0 booo.
be safe-
JU
October 28th, 2007 | #
Mike-
What an adventure-glad you,re safe.
Love Dad & Sue
October 29th, 2007 | #
We just watched the Rockies loose the series and the Broncos loose to Green Bay. Not a good week. So glad you’re down and safe. Have a safe trip home. See you soon. Much love, Mom and Steve.
October 30th, 2007 | #
Great week if you are a Red Sox & Grn Bay Packer fan…wait….that’s me!!
October 31st, 2007 | #
Hope you are having a safe trip and look forward to your return. The boys at the “club” can’t wait to see you again
October 31st, 2007 | #