The Everest Summiteers Association (ESA) today celebrated its silver jubilee in Kathmandu, urging the government to address the concerns of the Nepali climbing community.
For the 37 people who work on Nepal’s high mountains, a seven-day training programme offered more than classroom lessons—it gave them practical experience in the technical skills needed to work more safely in demanding mountain environments.
Fifteen aspiring mountain guides have begun the latest phase of an internationally accredited training programme designed to strengthen technical skills for guiding in Nepal’s challenging mountain terrain.
Nepal’s International Mountain Museum could soon have a dedicated Russian Corner, following discussions between the Nepal Mountaineering Association (NMA) and the Russian Embassy in Kathmandu.