The team is in Lukla now. They will be headed back to Boulder soon. I am so proud of these kids! What an amazing expedition!
At the summit of Kala Patthar
Jordan and Kaylee with a new friend
Time for an artsy shot by Matt Moniz
Jordan being blessed
Matt at the summit of Kala Patthar
No actual update from the team today, but I did receive this SPOT that shows that they have moved on from Tenboche.
Wednesday 3/28
The team is on the move to Tengboche (12,687) after spending the morning in classes at the Hillary School. The day is perfect – blue bird skies and striking views of Ama Dablam. After school, the team hiked up to the Khumjung Monatstary (12,434 ft) where they were blessed and then back to Tenboche to spend the night. Everyone is strong – despite early morning starts. Matt Moniz is not fully recovered, but is improving. Weather forecast is a bit of a wild card. Hoping to post a SPOT soon.
Khumjung and the Hillary School
With some new friends
Matt has improved slightly but still has a fever – not the first time he has adventured sick. Everyone is hoping it does not spread to the rest of the team – fingers crossed.
In action
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Monday 3/26
After an 8 mile stroll through the Khumbu and 2,500 feet of switch backs and stone steps the team arrived safely at their tea house in Namche Bazar, the bustling heart of the Khumbu region. Kaylee’s gear bag finally arrived and she is quite relieved to have all her kit with her. Matt is still sick – hopefully the much needed rest day will allow him to recover. Everyone else is feeling great!
Namche Bazaar
Sunday 3/25
This is a sat view of the Tea Houses the kids are staying in a few mile from Lukla. The massive “River of Everest” or the Dudh Kosi is right in front of their first Camp.
Matt, Cam, Olivia, Kaylee and Jordan
No adventure is complete without some challenges (spice for stories later) and the team are facing a few. First, Kaylee’s bags were weathered out and did not make it to Lukla. She has no gear and – the hope is that the first flight tomorrow am will have the gear and they’ll be reunited, assuming the weather clears. Fortunately, Matt packed an extra light sleeping bag. Second, Matt is a little sick, stomach thing. Third, a Bird Flu outbreak in the region has taken chicken off the menu.
Other than that, the report a few hours ago is that everyone is in awe of the Himalayas and having a wonderful adventure.
SPOT update for 25 March
Only a portion of the total gear!
The kids are off to Nepal today. This about half of the Teen Everest Expedition’s gear plus some duffles from the First Ascent West Ridge Expedition. Kids are helping out FA with logistics and gear transportation. Mountaineers share culture of supporting each other – you never know when you might need the help. Good lesson to learn early!