Geoff Babb, 68, Completes 2 Adaptive Tree Climbs in Oregon After Strokes
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Updated · The New York Times · Jun 7
Geoff Babb, 68, Completes 2 Adaptive Tree Climbs in Oregon After Strokes
1 articles · Updated · The New York Times · Jun 7
Summary
Geoff Babb, 68, made two ascents at Oregon’s Silver Falls State Park—one in a climbing harness and one in his wheelchair—regaining the height he had missed since two strokes.
Two strokes, the first 20 years ago and another in 2017, left the former rock climber using a wheelchair, with limited use of his right hand and reduced speech and mobility.
Leo Fischer’s tree-climbing outfitter guided Babb through the old-growth forest, part of a growing market for adaptive, adrenaline-focused travel experiences for disabled adventurers.
Babb had already pursued sit-skiing, horseback riding, and rugged wheelchair treks including the Grand Canyon and the Great Wall of China, underscoring demand for more accessible outdoor challenges.