Book Event at the Scott with Author of “The Sharp End of Life”

Diedre Wolownick, at age 55, began long-distance running. Three years later she started rock climbing with her son, famed "Free Solo" climber Alex Honnold, and at the age of 66 became the oldest woman to climb Yosemite's iconic El Capitan. She shares her intimate journey, revealing how her climbing achievement reflects a broader story of courage.