Walking the Wild Online: Trek to Everest Base Camp and Beyond, with Doug Kabel

Is trekking in Nepal on your bucket list? Do you need a little confidence to finally make it happen? Or do you just want to experience it through pictures and stories?

Join Mountaineer Doug Kabel, as he takes you through the entire process of organizing and carrying out a trek in Nepal’s most famous region, the Khumbu Valley and Sagarmatha National Park, on one of the world's most famous trekking routes. The classic trek retraces the footsteps of Sir Edmund Hillary, Tenzing Norgay and the countless other early pioneers of Mount Everest as you trek from Lukla to the Base Camp. As a teahouse trek you will stay in some of the highest villages in the world as you explore the local culture and traditions of the native Sherpas by learning about their spiritual connection with the mountains. You will walk through the developing Sherpa country past old and new cultivated fields and small villages. On the trek you will have the chance to ascend Kala Patthar, reaching an altitude of 5,500m and witness awe-inspiring 360 views including Mount Everest, Nuptse, Ama Dablam, and more. You will also have the chance to explore the various Buddhist monasteries dotted along the trail and learn about a culture steeped in history and tradition, inextricably linked to the very mountains on which you have unforgettable views.

Topics include food, packing, training, budget, flight tips, and great chance for Q&A

This online event will be done using Zoom. An advance ticket is required to get the link - to get your ticket on Eventbrite, go to the button below.  You can get a ticket for free, but there are also $10 and $20 donation options to allow you to help The Mountaineers continue their mission during this difficult time, and we'd greatly appreciate your help!

GET YOUR TICKET HERE!

The zoom link will be sent by email to everyone on the Eventbrite ticket list a day before the event. The program will begin at 7PM and the talk will finish at 8:30PM followed by a chance to ask Doug questions about the trip, logistics and gear.