Wheelchair Climber Takes On Kilimanjaro | Newark News

Peter Gagliardo, a 41-year-old New Jersey native paralyzed since a motorcycle accident nearly two decades ago, is preparing to conquer Mount Kilimanjaro in his wheelchair — a feat few have ever accomplished. Training rigorously with hand cycling and wheelchair pushing, he’s not just chasing a summit; he’s rewriting limits for adaptive athletes and honoring his late wife by bringing her spirit to the top. Joining him is fellow paralyzed climber Matthew Castelluccio and a team of Connecticut high school students, all aiming for a life-changing sunset at the peak. Departing for Tanzania this Sunday, their journey will be live-streamed via Instagram accounts like AccessibilityAccelerator and Paratrek — proof that adventure, resilience, and love can rise above any obstacle. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/8a77dd3b66150af9