Quote of the day
A monarchy is the most expensive of all forms of government, the regal state requiring a costly parade, and he who depends on his own power to rule, must strengthen that power by bribing the active and enterprising whom he cannot intimidate.
Pat Ament

Born: September 3, 1946 (age 79)
Bio: Pat Ament is an American rock climber, filmmaker, musician, and artist who lives in Fruita, Colorado. Noted for first ascents in the 1960s and 1970s, he is the author of many articles and books.
Known for:
- John Gill: Master of Rock
- Royal Robbins: Spirit of the Age (1998)
- A History of Free Climbing in America (2002)
- High Endeavors (1991)






