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Nick Kalisz

Nelson was a role model to many young female adventurers. “In the niche of moms who pursue alpine adventures and strive to push their own limits always, she was my beacon," says Caroline George, who is a mountain guide. "She was my upward pull. She legitimized my choices to keep guiding and pursue adventures and be the best mom I try to be.”

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