The Similarities in Mountain Climbing and Retirement Planning are Greater Than You Think
Many of my colleagues in the Parks and Recreation profession enjoy being outdoors (stands to reason, no?), and a great number of them are avid hikers, rock climbers, and a few dare to climb mountains- literally! Whether mountain climbing, rock climbing, whitewater rafting, para-sailing, or any number of other risky-but-exhilarating adventures, folks participate for the challenge, the thrill, the unknown of whether they can actually ascend the peak, shoot the rapids, or fly like a bird without crash landing. And mountain climbers will often say that the trip down the mountain is just as challenging, if not more so, than the journey up. What In The World Does That Have To Do With Retirement Planning? Mountain climbers spend significant time in preparation for the climb. They study the mountain, prepare…