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scotte
Trad climber
nathrop, colorado
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Topic Author's Original Post - Mar 24, 2011 - 12:47pm PT
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Tom Gilje Zaude Fund:
Hey Everyone, here’s an update on Tom’s condition and current situation.
As some of you may know Tom was critically injured while Mountain Biking in Moab November 2010. He fractured his neck and as a result was paralyzed from his shoulders down and was on life support. At this time things looked really bad and the doctors were not sure if he would survive. After several months of therapy he has improved and is stable but has limited use in both arms and can’t move his hands or lower extremities. He is currently in a State Care Facility confined to a bed or wheelchair hoping to return home to Moab.
Tom’s climbing career started in the 70’s at Tahquitz and Suicide Rocks. He quickly became a very talented climber, bold soloist and developed many extreme first accents. Tom has contributed much to the climbing community in the past few decades. With climbing partners Dan Osman, Mike Lechlinski and Mari Gingery, Tom was a driving force in developing new routes throughout the western U.S.
This is going to be a very tough road for Tom. He needs our financial support to help rebuild his life. Tom needs help with medical bills, ongoing expenses, handicap improvements and basic necessities for his future home to help him face this life changing event.
Please post stories and pictures about Tom to help get this fund going and send Tom some good energy.
Let’s all pitch in and help Tom out. Donations can be mailed or electronically deposited to his account:
Tom Gilje Zaude Fund
Colorado East Bank & Trust
P.O. Box 1620
725 Hwy. 24 N
Buena Vista, CO 81211
Account # 1573077810
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looking sketchy there...
Social climber
Latitute 33
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Mar 24, 2011 - 12:56pm PT
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Very sorry to hear about this. Tom was one of the boldest and most confident climbers I've climbed with. Wishing him well.
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ron gomez
Trad climber
fallbrook,ca
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Mar 24, 2011 - 12:57pm PT
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Ok guys, time to help out another in our community. terrible news and I pray that Tom can continue to recover. I remember Gilje from the 70's in Josh and he was always pushing the limits, great guys and funny as hell around the fires.
Thanks for putting up the info for his account Scott, keep us posted and let Tom know we're pulling for him.
Peace
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klk
Trad climber
cali
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Mar 24, 2011 - 12:59pm PT
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Tom was one of the first people I met when I moved to Hemet around 1980.
Lots of great memories-- getting rousted by the cops for nighttime buildering at one of the strip malls.
Tom getting off scott free during a fireworks celebration at JTree while Erler got hauled off to the hoosegow.
heh
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klk
Trad climber
cali
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Mar 24, 2011 - 01:23pm PT
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btw, scott, check yr facebook messages
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Largo
Sport climber
The Big Wide Open Face
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Mar 24, 2011 - 01:56pm PT
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Stonemaster Press is going to auction off some books for Tom, who we all grew up with. I can only imagine his medical bills.
JL
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M&M
climber
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Mar 24, 2011 - 02:11pm PT
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I had the good fortune to climb with Tom back in the day - one of the boldest and most talented climbers I ever tied in with. Here's to Tom Gilje!
Sending best wishes and support to him and all the wonderful people who are helping him.
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Levy
Big Wall climber
So Cal
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Mar 24, 2011 - 02:24pm PT
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Glad to hear that he's regained some movement. I hope the climbing community can help Tom during this difficult time.
Tom was one of the boldest climbers I've ever roped up with. A real tiger on & off the rock. Tom continues to me a real inspiration to myself & many others I'm sure.
I watched, slack-jawed one day at Suicide rocks when Tom walked up to Insomnia & free soloed it just after I had barely led it clean. He just cruised it & made it look 5.8.
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klk
Trad climber
cali
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Mar 24, 2011 - 02:28pm PT
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tx for posting that shot of litb.
even more impressive if you know the sequence tom was using at the crux-- he did this way scary looking lieback deal.
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Tan Slacks
climber
Joshua Tree
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Mar 24, 2011 - 03:14pm PT
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Hey Scott,
Thanks for the update, I was always in awe of Tom when we were all living up in Idyllwild. I remember one day he asked me to show him all the stuff Borne had been doing over at Black Mountain. Just the two us wandering around, me belaying him on routes I couldn't touch.
In the end, he did all the hardest routes in short order and then I expected the normal slander on the ratings Paul had giving all his routes (common for the day) but Tom was real respectful, he was pretty happy to have done them. It was a great day, one I always remember.
Cindy, Sierra and I have sent some money. I wish it could be more.
Hope you and Robyn are well and praying more good strength to Tom
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socalbolter
Sport climber
Silverado, CA
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Mar 24, 2011 - 04:25pm PT
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Tom (and his group) held us all to the highest standards, and expected nothing less ethically (of us and themselves).
I've always thought higher of people that walk their talk. Tom is definitely one of those individuals.
Had a bad bike crash myself about a year ago. It's scary how things can change as a result of something that happens so quickly.
I sincerely hope Tom can get past all of this and enjoy the rock again.
 Louie
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scotte
Trad climber
nathrop, colorado
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Topic Author's Reply - Mar 24, 2011 - 05:35pm PT
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This is great! Thanks everyone for supporting Tom.
Growing up with Tom, I think he was born bold. I remember the first time we climbed Tahquitz rock. We were just kids spending the day stomping around the mountain, when an old hemp rope caught our eye stashed in a tree snag. Tom suggested we climb lily rock. So with no gear and no real climbing experience, we tied into our leather belts and headed up the big stone. After a few pitches we herd people yelling asking what route we were on, Tom and I looked at each other and said “what’s a route?” And we continued on to the summit the rest is history
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crunch
Social climber
CO
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Mar 24, 2011 - 06:57pm PT
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Tom is responsible for a number of ferocious, and very high quality free climbs around Moab. Sorry to hear this news. The rehab must be awful; unrelenting, frustrating and grueling. Sounds like the nerves are reconnecting and recovering somewhat. Nerves are so slow to repair, there will be many more months of gradual healing and improvement. Best wishes for much more progress.
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go-B
climber
Sozo
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Mar 24, 2011 - 07:51pm PT
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Levy started a new topic about this a while back but wasn't sure if it happened and deleted it, I was sure hoping it wasn't so, I'm so sorry to hear of this, Tom's one cool dude, first time I ever heard Metallica was in his truck, I got my hand in a chalk bag now thinking of some of the stuff he climbed! Praying for you bro!
Matt
Do you have a Paypal email?
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klk
Trad climber
cali
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Mar 25, 2011 - 03:18pm PT
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anyone have more pix?
i dont have many slides from that long ago.
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scotte
Trad climber
nathrop, colorado
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Topic Author's Reply - Mar 26, 2011 - 09:07am PT
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No paypal. checks and or electronic deposits go directly to Tom's account.
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go-B
climber
Sozo
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Mar 26, 2011 - 09:44am PT
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Thanks scotte, cheers!
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can't say
Social climber
Pasadena CA
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Mar 26, 2011 - 01:25pm PT
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I used to have a poster of "Straight to Hell" in the Needles, that was liberated by an envious teacher where I worked at PHS. I've looked for that image and haven't found it yet. I would love to see it again?
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can't say
Social climber
Pasadena CA
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Mar 26, 2011 - 02:53pm PT
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here's a shot of "South of Heaven" photo credits M&M collection
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Mungeclimber
Trad climber
sorry, just posting out loud.
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Mar 26, 2011 - 03:36pm PT
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daym, Tom's name in FA appendices were always a "whoa, that guy gets around and does some hard ass climbing"
will try and kick some down as soon as able.
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dee ee
Mountain climber
citizen of planet Earth
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Mar 26, 2011 - 04:37pm PT
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I am very sorry to hear about Tom's accident. I was honored when he came to Elsinore BMX to see me race in a Nationals (mid 1980's). He was way better on a BMX bike than I was.
Not to mention how bad ass of a climber he is.
We should all help out.
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Greg Barnes
climber
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Mar 29, 2011 - 09:04pm PT
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Anyone have a copy of that great poster at the Needles? Think it was Tom & Mike on "Straight to Hell", the leader up and right of the belayer near a small roof, belayer hanging at a small crack. Might have been a climbing magazine one?
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klk
Trad climber
cali
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Mar 30, 2011 - 12:27pm PT
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bump,
it's almost time to mail yr bills and rent, so there's a good chance you already got the checkbook out
heh
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can't say
Social climber
Pasadena CA
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Mar 31, 2011 - 02:48pm PT
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badass bump
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M&M
climber
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Mar 31, 2011 - 11:56pm PT
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Greg and all friends of Tom,
Yes, I have the photo of Tom and Mike climbing on Straight to Hell in the Needles, but it's not digitized.
I have been trying to scan it, but my scanner is't working. As soon as it's fixed, I'll post that photo and more of Tom climbing in the Needles and elsewhere.
Stay tuned...
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Watusi
Social climber
Newport, OR
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I've known Tom and Dan as the "Wild guys from Hemet," back when I was in the thick of it...Gotta say, Tom was super cool to me and after I had an auto accident in the Park, lost a digit, and thought my life was over he gave me a Queensland Heeler puppy. I guess he knew it would help me. Cody became the love of my life for 14 years before she left me. She had a pup (Kate) that has now passed...I'll do anything for the man, he is a fine person!
Thank you brother for my Heelers,and for being such a great friend, god bless you Tom!
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klk
Trad climber
cali
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anyone else have more pix? i have almost none of my old slides.
hell, i forgot to take the camera out this trip.
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M&M
climber
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Here's a photo of that poster of Tom and Mike in the Needles, CA.
A late-80's thin hold test piece on the Warlock.
Extreme stuff.
I have a copy of this early 90's Climbing magazine poster in good shape.
I'll frame it and ship it to a generous donor to Tom's recovery fund.
Offers welcome.
Wishing all the best to Tom, a guy who could climb a spectacular route like this.
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Rick A
climber
Boulder, Colorado
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Very sorry to hear of this.
I'll contribute and hope others will too.
Rick
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scotte
Trad climber
nathrop, colorado
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Topic Author's Reply - Apr 12, 2011 - 09:55am PT
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Bump for Tom
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tarek
climber
berkeley
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Apr 12, 2011 - 04:11pm PT
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Small donation sent.
It seems that half a dozen or more well-known climbers currently need help. Kor, Bridwell, Romano, Bowers, Gilje, others. Some have benefited from organized events that take a lot of work. The organizers deserve huge credit. I've only done a tiny bit for 2 of these guys, but it seems we should all be ready to do that. Literally, skip dinner out and send in the money. Someone else here could do a search on discussions of starting some sort of fund. Or, just keep bumping these.
Why announce a small donation? I figure that's a good way to measure progress. I haven't looked to see whether totals are being measured elsewhere.
Would be really neat to see repeated bumps throughout the day announcing small gifts.
Stories about the person are a bonus.
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Richard
climber
Bend, OR.
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Apr 12, 2011 - 04:31pm PT
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Donation on the way.
I met Tom on more than several occasions. We had common friends (Coughlin Brothers) The two most memorable were:
The first time I went to Williamson Rock I was climbing with Joe (one of the Coughlin Bros) Tom was with us. I lead some 5.7 above the Mushroom Boulder. I was being lowered back to the ground. I landed directly on Tom's lunch. We all laughed....mostly at me.
Then another time at the "Power Dome" in Hemet (anyone remember that place?) I was struggling staying on the vertical wall. Tom, Dan Osman, and Hideki Suzuki, were doing laps on the ceiling/wall, and ceiling. I remember thinking "what am I doing here with these folks." All three of these guys were easy going and truly interested in me hanging with'em.
I wish Tom the best, and hope he recovers as much as possible.
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can't say
Social climber
Pasadena CA
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Apr 12, 2011 - 04:43pm PT
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M&M, after talking with you about the picture/poster of "Staight to Hell", I'll bid 100 bucks for it. I know that the image you posted is not the pristine one you are offering. It's one of my favorite climbing images and look forward to getting it back into my posession.
To all you Supertopoians I can only say the copy M&M are offering up is PROUD and you would all do well in bidding this sucker up.
I never knew Tom that well, other then stand around sessions with the hotties, but this guy always put it out there without much care of the consequences. Let's help Tom out.
cheers
Pat Nay
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scotte
Trad climber
nathrop, colorado
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Topic Author's Reply - Apr 13, 2011 - 09:37am PT
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The power dome was awesome.Tom & Dano put alot of work into that place.
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Tarbuster
climber
right here, right now
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Apr 14, 2011 - 10:49pm PT
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I'll put together some recollections of Tom in a bit.
For now, if we have not already covered this: Todd Gordon and I figure next year's spring Joshua Tree gathering should be a benefit for Mr. Gilge. Although he's in the tough straits now, I'd imagine he'll definitely still need the money in a year ...
I think what would really help give this thing traction is to try to generate more of a presence for him here on the forum in the meantime. This means pictures. For my part, sadly I don't really have much, if any, but response here can definitely be proportional to presence.
More later and best wishes for Tom's recovery,
Roy
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tarek
climber
berkeley
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Apr 18, 2011 - 10:24pm PT
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while waiting fer Tarbuster, send a few bucks and some well wishes.
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tarek
climber
berkeley
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Apr 20, 2011 - 12:51pm PT
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bump
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frog-e
Trad climber
Imperial Beach California
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Apr 23, 2011 - 11:55am PT
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I am deeply saddened to hear of Tom's accident. He was a powerful influence
on the socal climbing community, and a full-on legend, for decades.
Only climbed with him once; he showed up at an obscure bouldering area/project
of mine, way, way the heck down south on some remote dirt road. How he found us
that day, I'll never know.
This was pre-sticky rubber, still climbing in EB's, Scats, or whatever else worked. Tom
arrived with a young (pre-"Dano") Dan Osman, and proceded to do what he did;
3 rd class the highest thing (a 10.b fist crack) and make several dynamic attempts
on the hardest thing; a leaning rib up a huge buldge.
Wow, it was a big deal, these guys showing up and sort of acknowledging us, and
checking out our thing. Gilje came, he saw, sent, did bowls with us, then cruised on.
A freaking legend; he had already third classed Insomnia.
Holy sh*t.
Once again, very sorry (and saddened) to hear about this terrible accident; it is as if a fabled warrior has fallen, and it is my sincere hope we can pitch in and help Tom out.
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M&M
climber
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Apr 24, 2011 - 06:41pm PT
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Here's a photo of Tom on Black Diamond, a beautiful route in the remote Queen Mt. area of Joshua Tree.
Great rock, fabulous climbing, outstanding location.
This photo is from an early ascent, possibly the bolting/redpoint effort.
Tom, as usual, taking the bold line.
Happy Easter to Tom and everyone!!!
We make a living by what we get. We make a life by what we give. ~ Winston Churchill
If you have much, give of your wealth; If you have little, give of your heart. ~ Arab proverb
Service to others is the rent you pay for your room here on earth. ~ Mohammed Ali
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Tarbuster
climber
right here, right now
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One of the few photos I have of Tom,
Monkeying around on a tree during rappels from Windfall, with Mari on Tower of the Cosmic Gods, 1982 or 1983:
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scotte
Trad climber
nathrop, colorado
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Topic Author's Reply - May 21, 2011 - 11:46am PT
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Thanks to everyone for your thoughts and contrabutions. I have some good news about Tom's situation. He has recently been moved back home to a care facility in Moab. This was a huge step for Tom to start rebuilding his life. Robyn and I will be visiting him soon and install voice activated software in his computer. Roy mentioned possibly having next years fundraiser at J.T. for Tom. I think it's a great idea and Tom would be honored. Tom wants everyone to know how much their support means to him. It's really helped his moral! Thanks again to everyone for your continued support.
S&R
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Jan
Mountain climber
Okinawa, Japan
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May 21, 2011 - 12:34pm PT
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Thanks for the update.
I've been wondering how he was doing.
Good to hear that Tarbuster will be
organizing something for next year.
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johntp
Trad climber
socal
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May 24, 2011 - 10:25pm PT
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If nature is in I'll make a run for the fish.
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neebee
Social climber
calif/texas
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May 25, 2011 - 12:28am PT
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hey there say, scotte... say, can you send an address for us to send cards, best wishes, etc, or home-made tiny gift?
i will sure keep on praying, too...
thanks...
:)
edit: or i can send it to you, too, scotte, if you send me an address...
:)
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Jan
Mountain climber
Okinawa, Japan
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May 25, 2011 - 01:04am PT
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Good idea Neebee!
Now that he's in a facility closer to home that should be doable.
I'm sure one of his friends in Moab can post it up/
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klk
Trad climber
cali
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May 25, 2011 - 12:27pm PT
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glad tom's back in the desert
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neebee
Social climber
calif/texas
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May 25, 2011 - 03:40pm PT
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hey there say, scotte... hmm, not sure if i emailed you or not...
did you have an address... or could you email me, so i could send something to you, like a card, etc?
all for now... if i don't hear, here, i will email, just in case, due to slow computer, i got off line, before i did...
:)
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scotte
Trad climber
nathrop, colorado
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Topic Author's Reply - May 25, 2011 - 04:48pm PT
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Hey everyone, Heres Toms new address:
Conyonlands Care Center
c/o Tom Gilje Rm # 209
390 West Williams Way
Moab, UT 84532
Lets all send Tom a hello
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neebee
Social climber
calif/texas
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May 27, 2011 - 01:53pm PT
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hey there say, scotte... a bit late, but i am ready....
had to get stamps, first.... :)
thanks for the email and thanks for this bump, for us all...
:)
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M&M
climber
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Another photo from the archives:
Tom in action at the Needles sometime in the late eighties climbing a route called Parasite. Note the double ropes, early edition Fire shoes and cool T-shirt.
Glad to hear that Tom is back in Moab.
Very good news.
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M&M
climber
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Jun 11, 2011 - 11:36am PT
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From the Gilje files...
More photos of the Parasite.
To all those who have sent their support - what awesomely generous and kind people!
Wishing all the best for Tom.
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neebee
Social climber
calif/texas
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Jun 11, 2011 - 01:53pm PT
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hey there say, sewellymon... very nice idea, thanks for the share...
also, thanks for the bump here, as to the pics of tom...
and so folks can keep him in mind...
:)
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can't say
Social climber
Pasadena CA
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Jun 15, 2011 - 09:27am PT
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I never really got to know Tom that well. My interaction with him always seemed to be in a parking lot situation, before he and Dano or M&M would go off and climb routes I could never have gotten up, so my knowledge of him was via stories other people or the mags would render, like the time he and Dano Amtrak'd Loose Lips at Josh before it fell down. In my mind his climbing exploits rank right up with Bachar et al. What I'm hoping will surface are tales of "T the Ho from He" (Tom the Hottie/Honed from Hemet). Does anyone out there who knew him care to share a story or two? M&M have always been more then a little reticient about posting up so I'm hoping others might have something to share.
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Ksolem
Trad climber
Monrovia, California
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Jun 15, 2011 - 01:00pm PT
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Bump, and thanks for posting those remarkable images. Powerful stuff.
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Todd Gordon
Trad climber
Joshua Tree, Cal
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Jun 15, 2011 - 03:25pm PT
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We are in the process of planning a Joshua Tree fundraiser for Tom next fall or winter. I have some ideas to make it a great event, and one that can help Tom out with the challenges he now faces in his life. I am sure that many and most of his friends are ready to help out, and many already have helped out with Tom and his needs. As many Southern California climbers who started climbing in the 70s.....Tom was always around, always banging it out, and always dedicated to pushing it,...be it on a bicycle, a motorcycle, a dune buggy, on a rope, or without a rope;......a true inspiration to all, and a great friend. It is time to step up and help out, and I'm sure we can all get together on this one quite easily;....Tom would do the same for us if we needed help. Keep this thread alive, and I'll post details of the fundraiser as soon as we get things planned out;....it will be a great event to help out a great friend, and I look forward to all aspects of such an event. With all of our combined efforts, care, and concerns for Tom and helping Tom out, it will be a massively successful event, I am sure of this. Best wishes to Tom and his continued progress in dealing with his life-changing injuries and super challenges he now faces;.....Tom was never one to back away or bow down to a good challenge;....he now faces his greatest challenges yet;.....and his friends are behind him 100% all the way.....this he can count on for sure.
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neebee
Social climber
calif/texas
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Jun 15, 2011 - 04:57pm PT
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hey there say, todd.... very nicely said and set for the future to help this dear friend of everyones...
will help everyone keep it 'bumped' at least...
will see what i can possibly make to auction, for whatever, since there is more time, 'til fall etc...
god bless you and your family richly and sweetly for you all to carry on these wonderfuls to the climbers...
and of course, to all those that chip in, as well, due to having a place to gather... :)
:)
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Ksolem
Trad climber
Monrovia, California
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Jun 15, 2011 - 05:09pm PT
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On another front...
Some of you here will already know that I am working on a new guidebook for The Needles with Kevin Daniels as co-author and publisher. Similarly to Randy Vogel’s new Joshua Tree Classics book – also published by Kevin - local history will be an important focus in our book. Of course when one looks at the climbing which has been done in The Needles, Tom Gilje’s legacy is huge.
After Tom’s accident Kevin expressed a desire to help, and we began talking about ways in which the book could be of some benefit to Tom. The most obvious thing will be to donate a percentage of the sales receipts to his fund. As publisher Kevin will make the arrangements when the book hits the shelves.
Additionally we want to put in it a full page “ad,” for lack of a better word, encouraging people to contribute to the Tom Gilje fund. In terms of creating this page, we would welcome contributions in the form of suitable photographs, classic stories and trivia, and design work if anyone is so inclined. If you have ideas or stuff regarding Tom you want to contribute for use on this page (or elsewhere in the book,) feel free to contact me privately via my ST email or just post up here.
Best wishes to Tom.
Kris Solem & Kevin Daniels
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scotte
Trad climber
nathrop, colorado
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Topic Author's Reply - Jun 15, 2011 - 05:27pm PT
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Just visited Tom in Moab and he is so greatful to be back home. Tom is now able to get around in his electric chair and enjoy the outside, as well as visit with his dog. It was great to see him enjoying some simple pleasures of life!
S&R
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can't say
Social climber
Pasadena CA
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Jun 15, 2011 - 08:27pm PT
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Bump for Tom. Come on folks, Mari is breaking out the achieves, something a lot of us have been hoping would happen for sometime.
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klk
Trad climber
cali
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Jun 15, 2011 - 08:33pm PT
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thanks for the shot.
good to see tom laughing.
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Tan Slacks
climber
Joshua Tree
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Jun 15, 2011 - 08:45pm PT
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WOW Scott,
Thanks for the picture. it's great. Todd you holler and I'll be there, heck I'm just down the street.
Hi to Robyn,
Dan and Cindy
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rincon
Trad climber
SoCal
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Jun 15, 2011 - 09:13pm PT
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Killer photos of The Parasite M&M! TFPU!
I remember thinking "what am I doing here with these folks." All three of these guys were easy going and truly interested in me hanging with'em.
Yep!
The only time I met Tom, was at the Kern River Limestone crag back around 1990 and he was super friendly to us Noobs. I always remember that when I here his name.
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Todd Gordon
Trad climber
Joshua Tree, Cal
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Jun 16, 2011 - 04:39pm PT
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Talked to Tom on the phone today;......he sounded great, and psyched that his buddies are behind him. He does check out the internet....so post up any kind words, words of wisdom, stories, what-ever;......he can't get about like he used to;....but he can still B.S., tell a good story, and I'm sure any communication and good words are greatly appreciated. He seems to have lots of plans and ideas for his future, and he's working towards his new goals and objectives.......he gets around with an electric wheel-chair, and alot of cool doctors, nurses, and caregivers seeing to his needs;...and he's way happy to be back in Moab. Anyways;..that's a current up-date. I don't have his address in Moab;..Scott and Robin;...if you could post that;...that would be cool......Keep in touch with your homies.....
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scotte
Trad climber
nathrop, colorado
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Topic Author's Reply - Jun 17, 2011 - 09:21am PT
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Heres Toms address:
Canyonlands Care Center
c/o Tom Gilje RM # 209
390 West Williams Way
Moab UT 84532
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Gary Kleiger
climber
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Jun 25, 2011 - 12:14pm PT
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Bump for Tom. Come on folks, Mari is breaking out the achieves, something a lot of us have been hoping would happen for sometime.
Right on Pat, way to step up for your bro. Pat bid 100 dollars for the Straight to Hell poster that Mari is offering. Having seen the poster up close, it is simply one of the finest climbing photos that I've ever seen. I'm going to up the ante and bid 200 dollars on it. I know Pat will be a little bummed, but way more stoked for Tom, and I'll feel the same way if someone out there can step it up even more so.
Gary
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can't say
Social climber
Pasadena CA
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Jun 25, 2011 - 03:36pm PT
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cool Gary, enjoy it, it's also one of my favorite climbing images.
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anonym
climber
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Jun 25, 2011 - 03:51pm PT
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$269
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the kid
Trad climber
fayetteville, wv
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Jun 25, 2011 - 05:00pm PT
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Gordo,
LEt me know if you get a fall fund raising event going. I will find ways to pitch in..
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Largo
Sport climber
The Big Wide Open Face
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Jun 25, 2011 - 05:40pm PT
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Looks like from that pic that Tom has some use of his right arm and that is a relief. I hope he keeps improving. I'm going to talk to the other guys at Stonemaster Press and auction off some books to get a little fund going for Tom.
JL
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neebee
Social climber
calif/texas
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Jun 26, 2011 - 10:01pm PT
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hey there say, scotte and todd... thanks for the shares...
he is not forgotten here, for sure,
:)
hope the recovery fund goes well...
:)
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Gary Kleiger
climber
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Jun 27, 2011 - 01:14pm PT
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Bump for Tom.
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can't say
Social climber
Pasadena CA
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I'm going to up the bid to 300 dollars. I really liked the copy I had and when it was stolen out of my classroom (by another teacher no less) I didn't think I'd be lucky enough to get another one.
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M&M
climber
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Jul 16, 2011 - 03:29pm PT
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HI all,
Checking back in on bids for the poster of Straight to Hell in the Needles:
can't say has topped the bids with $300 for the Gilje fund.
So at this point...
can't say YOU WIN!
You can send that donation directly to Tom's fund, and I'll get the framed poster to you pronto.
Thanks to the others who offered bids to help Tom out.
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can't say
Social climber
Pasadena CA
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Jul 16, 2011 - 05:07pm PT
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thank you guys, I'll display it proudly.
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klk
Trad climber
cali
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Jul 16, 2011 - 05:16pm PT
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awesome
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scotte
Trad climber
nathrop, colorado
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Topic Author's Reply - Jul 30, 2011 - 10:39am PT
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Bump for Tom...
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klk
Trad climber
cali
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bump
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klk
Trad climber
cali
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since idyllwild is back on the front page, i thought i'd bump this.
followed tom on man who fell to earth, many years ago. i remember tom took a pretty big whipper in that weird, flared crack section.
but he went back up and finished the lead.
there was a hold at the crux that looked chipped.
i yarded on it shamelessly.
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Jan
Mountain climber
Okinawa, Japan
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Any word on how Tom's doing?
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neebee
Social climber
calif/texas
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hey there say, jan... now i am wondering too...thanks for the bump, all you folks...
:)
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scotte
Trad climber
nathrop, colorado
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Topic Author's Reply - Oct 19, 2011 - 10:35am PT
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We just visited Tom a few days ago, his spirits are good and he is working hard to gain more strength in his shoulder with positive hopes of someday being able to push a hand drivin bicycle or a light weight specialized wheelchair that will allow him to get around on his own. Every time we visit Tom he's shown improvement and we know this is a goal he will achieve. However, Tom's account needs some serious help to purchase even a used bike or chair. October 23rd is Tom's 50th birthday; a great time to show our support! Thanks to all of you for your help.
S&R
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KArtist
climber
Hemet, ca
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Oct 19, 2011 - 05:16pm PT
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Tom is a great man..hope everyone can help a little with the fund so we cna get the equipment he needs...thanks for your support...Happy 5oth Birthday to Tom on Sunday Oct 23..Peace Love Hugs and Tye-Dye
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KArtist
climber
Hemet, ca
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Oct 21, 2011 - 02:08am PT
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Bump for Tom..shared pics of time climbing today and my son was amazed as was everyone else with his climbing...Im amazed with the fighter he is..Please help all that you can..
Peace
Bump for Tom
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neebee
Social climber
calif/texas
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Oct 21, 2011 - 02:39am PT
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hey there say, KArtist.... say, on sun, oct 23rd, please feel free to post a happy birthday thread, for tom....
it is a nice gesture to the birthday folk, and many times, folks will chip in with nice stuff to say, along with the happy birthdays, too...
god bless...
:)
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KArtist
climber
Hemet, ca
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Oct 21, 2011 - 09:00pm PT
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Bumping for tom..Bday is sunday...give a lil if you can...Peace Love and Hugs
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KArtist
climber
Hemet, ca
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Oct 23, 2011 - 12:53am PT
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MIke..you got it same address..Canyonlands..thanks He be 50 on sunday
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KArtist
climber
Hemet, ca
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Oct 23, 2011 - 12:57am PT
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Let’s all pitch in and help Tom out. Donations can be mailed or electronically deposited to his account:
Tom Gilje Zaude Fund
Colorado East Bank & Trust
P.O. Box 1620
725 Hwy. 24 N
Buena Vista, CO 81211
Account # 1573077810
This is where funds are sent..
Thanks Everyone..he needs every bit of it ..
Peace Love Hugs and Tye-dye
and Happy Birthday to Tom 10-23-11
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scotte
Trad climber
nathrop, colorado
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Topic Author's Reply - Oct 23, 2011 - 09:45am PT
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Best wishes to Tom on his 50th birthday.
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KArtist
climber
Hemet, ca
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Oct 23, 2011 - 07:34pm PT
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Happy Birthday Tom
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KArtist
climber
Hemet, ca
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Oct 23, 2011 - 10:05pm PT
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TOM wants to THANK EVERYONE for the Birthday wishes and all the support...He feels the LOVE and wants to get on here some day and thank you personally , but has not been able to do it yet..so he asked me to...so again thank you for all the support and love..he really appreciates everything....
TG
(ka)
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KArtist
climber
Hemet, ca
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Oct 24, 2011 - 05:49pm PT
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I read all the well wishes to TOM and he was very happy and had a great day...hes amazed at all the people who are form the day and people who dont even know him..he is very grateful in deed...
thanks for the wishes
TG
(ka)
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KArtist
climber
Hemet, ca
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Oct 26, 2011 - 12:16am PT
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Bumping for TOM...he appreciates all the support and well wishes..
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KArtist
climber
Hemet, ca
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Oct 26, 2011 - 06:53pm PT
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Bumping for tom..support , wishes, stories ..hello and lots of hugs
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KArtist
climber
Hemet, ca
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Oct 27, 2011 - 11:28pm PT
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Bump it up for a friend and great person..love you TOm
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KArtist
climber
Hemet, ca
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Oct 28, 2011 - 11:28pm PT
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Thanks for all you support please help a friend in Need...copied from Scott's first post....Peace Love Hugs and Tye-dye
This is going to be a very tough road for Tom. He needs our financial support to help rebuild his life. Tom needs help with medical bills, ongoing expenses, handicap improvements and basic necessities for his future home to help him face this life changing event.
Please post stories and pictures about Tom to help get this fund going and send Tom some good energy.
Let’s all pitch in and help Tom out. Donations can be mailed or electronically deposited to his account:
Tom Gilje Zaude Fund
Colorado East Bank & Trust
P.O. Box 1620
725 Hwy. 24 N
Buena Vista, CO 81211
Account # 1573077810
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go-B
climber
Sozo
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Oct 28, 2011 - 11:57pm PT
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Here's to Tom the real deal!
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klk
Trad climber
cali
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Oct 29, 2011 - 11:08am PT
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Bump for the old guy!
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KArtist
climber
Hemet, ca
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Oct 30, 2011 - 12:54am PT
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Bumping with LOVE for a friend in need..Peace Love Hugs and Tye-dye
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KArtist
climber
Hemet, ca
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Oct 30, 2011 - 08:29pm PT
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Bump for TOM...
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KArtist
climber
Hemet, ca
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I am not a climber but always wanted to do it and a friend of mine TOM was going to show me some day....wish he could have..but he's still my friend and I am blessed to have him...I love this site with all the bumps and well wishes and the community you all have ..if you all are on Facebook at all can you go to Tom's site TOM GILJE RECOVERY FUND..post a pic, tell a story or say hello...and support and repost on your facebook or email to get this out there...we are all on hard times but every little thing helps even for the soul...thanks and Peace Love Hugs and Tye-Dye.
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tom woods
Gym climber
Bishop, CA
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Okay, I think I got it.
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M&M
climber
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What????? I missed Tom's 50th birthday?!?!
Hope it was a HAPPY BIRTHDAY TOM (and many more...)
From the Early Years file. Tom in Joshua Tree belayed by Yabo, with Mike watching.
Climbing with Tom and friends was always sure to lead to the newest, hardest climbs around and some kind of adventure. Never had more fun than the summers spent at the Needles grazing on perfect granite, and winters in Josh wrangling with the subtleties of monzonite. Tom was always there and ready to square off with the hard problem of the day.
Happy to have the opportunity to assist Tom. Hope that funds in his account will help arrange whatever he needs to be more mobile and comfortable.
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KArtist
climber
Hemet, ca
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Thanks SO much M&M for the great pic an sowrd..and support...just trying to kepe the fund going..i know were all on hard times but every bit helps for the things he needs and will be needing when we get him in his future house to be set up fot him...
Peac LOve and Hugs
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KArtist
climber
Hemet, ca
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Nov 16, 2011 - 03:57pm PT
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Ron..Scott and Robin have set up the account for Tom...Tom is wanting a Wheel chair that is ultra light that he can push himslef and not lose his good arm( shoulder) you know Tom..not going to give up for nothing..also will be looking into needing furniture etc for a home he hopes to move into in the near future that is set up for his needs already...He has recieved some funds which have helped with bills but we need more...I hope to maybe have a fund raiser for him when appropraite timing and my own health allows..if you need the address it is on the first post made by Scotte....
Let me knowif you need more information ..thanks for being here for Tom
Peace love and hugs
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KArtist
climber
Hemet, ca
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Nov 17, 2011 - 01:44pm PT
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Bumping for Tom....
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KArtist
climber
Hemet, ca
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Thanks to everyone being super supportive...Peace Love Hugs for my super friend....Tom Gilje
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KArtist
climber
Hemet, ca
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Ton Gilje's Legend bgins with Taquitz PEAK AND HIM...i hear or see Taquitz..I think Tom Gilje...Love ya..Peace Love Hugs and Tye-Dye
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KArtist
climber
Hemet, ca
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Dec 12, 2011 - 11:51pm PT
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Bumping for a friend in Need....Peace Love Hugs and Tye-Dye
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neebee
Social climber
calif/texas
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hey there say, scotte, kArtist, and all... was just reminded of this, a few weeks agao...
did not get to post... been busy...
just know, was reminded by a post from ghost, elswhere, that i better get
my post done here...
say, just wondering if the address is still the same?
i think it was, last year, ???
will send out an email, and see if i can catch either one of you......
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