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Joanne's Climbing Calling
- Joanne Urioste, at 15, dedicated her life to climbing after reading a mountaineering story.
- Coming from a non-athletic family, this passion was a stark departure from her upbringing.
Meeting George and Early Climbs
- Joanne met George, an ordained Jesuit priest, at Cornell's Outing Club.
- They trained together, modifying ice axes and tackling challenging climbs in the Gunks and beyond.
George and the Priesthood
- Joanne's climbing partner, George, was an ordained Jesuit priest when they met.
- Their shared passion for climbing led to a romantic relationship, prompting George to leave the priesthood.