Stephen J. Wampler
| Stephen J. Wampler | |
|---|---|
| Born | August 22 1968 (age 57) Evanston, Illinois |
| 💼 Occupation | Altruist |
| 👩 Spouse(s) | Elizabeth Wampler |
| 🌐 Website | https://stephenjwamplerfoundation.org/ |
Stephen J. Wampler (born August 22, 1968) is an American altruist and outdoor enthusiast. He is the founder of Stephen J. Wampler Foundation, which offers wilderness activities for children with disabilities.[1][2] Stephen was born with Cerebral Palsy, which confined him to a wheelchair throughout his life. In 2010, he became the first person with Cerebral Palsy to climb the El Capitan rock formation located in Yosemite National Park.[3] The 2013 documentary Wampler's Ascent, directed by his wife Elizabeth Wampler, chronicles his experience of climbing El Capitan.[4]
External Link
Wampler's Ascent in IMDb
References
- ↑ "'Wampler's Ascent' Centers on a Disabled Altruist's Climb". The New York Times. 2013-08-29. Retrieved 2023-06-24.
- ↑ Velez, Jennifer (2022-12-01). "The Wampler Foundation Celebrates 20 years of Inspiring Limitless Potential". Coronado Times. Retrieved 2023-06-24.
- ↑ "Man With Cerebral Palsy Reaches Summit of El Capitan". ABC News. 2010-09-15. Retrieved 2023-06-24.
- ↑ "Wampler's Ascent: Film Review". The Hollywood Reporter. 2013-08-22. Retrieved 2023-06-24.
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