Highpointers Foundation Silent Auction

A fundraising event to benefit the Highpointers Foundation

What:    An Extraordinary Life
by Bradford Washburn & Lew Freedman
Signed by Bradford Washburn


One of the great explorers and adventurers of the 20th century, Dr. Bradford Washburn provides a detailed look at his multifaceted, exciting career.

Washburn is renowned for his pioneering work in aerial photography in Alaska’s mountains, his thirteen first ascents of Alaskan peaks, his devotion to science, and his decades-long relationship with the National Geographic Society. Washburn is also famed for his meticulous cartography, having mapped Mount McKinley, Mount Everest, and the Grand Canyon.

In 1951, Washburn led the first ascent of the popular West Buttress Route on 20,320-foot Mount McKinley, the highest peak in the US and North America. Washburn was a major player in leading and developing Boston’s Museum of Science for four decades. This autobiography also offers rare photographs and little-known anecdotes about Washburn’s World War II service, other explorations, and his special partnership with his wife Barbara.

When:
March 4, 2014 —>
4:00 pm MST, August 29, 2014

How:
Incremental bids must be at least $20 higher than the previous bid.
The high bidder on the last day wins, and has 1 week to submit payment.

Who:
Anyone can participate.

Where:
The book will be sent via registered mail.

Why:
All proceeds benefit the Highpointers Foundation.
The amount donated is tax deductible beyond the ordinary value of the book; consult your tax professional.

 

THE AUCTION

Ends 4:00 pm MST August 29, 2014

Bidder

Bid time and Date

Bid Amount

 

WINNING BID! - Dick Bourne

16:59, August 4, 2014

$260

Troy Shaver

15:16, July 11, 2014

$240

Dick Bourne

18:49, June 6, 2014

$220

Troy Shaver

00:21, May 24, 2014

$200

Dick Bourne

02:44, April 7, 2014

$175

Starting Bid

 

$150

 

Our thanks to ChesslerBooks.com for the book