When Danielle started rock climbing, she saw the need for increasing safe spaces for women and Latinas to be introduced to the sport.

As a Ladies Climbing Coalition ambassador, she started the Atlanta Chapter which has grown to hundreds of local women who love climbing. She’s also a PhD in Pharmacology and MD.

In 2024, Danielle was a Trailblazer and held an Adventure Fundraiser of climbing Mt. Stuart to raise funds for the Summit Scholarship Foundation.

Danielle and Angie talked about:

- Women in climbing history who also influenced medicine

- How Danielle got into climbing after not knowing anybody else who climbed

- Pushing through the barriers of entry to the sport

- How climbing helps Danielle in medicine, and vice versa

- Danielle’s experiences of mentorship, both as a mentor and mentee

- Giving back to the women’s climbing community by becoming a Trailblazer with The Cairn Project

- The strengths that women uniquely have in climbing

- How YOU can blend your passions to make a positive impact on your community

You can help us close the gender gap outdoors and beyond:

• Become a Trailblazer. Just like Danielle, you can make a difference for girls and women who want transformative outdoor experiences.
• Check out the Summit Scholarship Foundation.
• Share this episode with a friend or family member.