MT. EVEREST CLASS PRESENTATION Into Thin Air by Jon Krakauer

Who is John Krakauer?

Who is Jon Krakauer? Climbing Career: After he graduated from Hampshire, he spent time climbing mountains across North America. After a few years, he moved on to climb mountains in Asia, South America, and Antarctica. Climbed Mount Everest in 1996 with Rob Halls Group. Born April 12, 1954 in Brookline, MA. Background: -Graduated from Corvellis High School 1972. -Graduated from Hampshire College in 1976. - 8 years old when he did his first major climb. -Willi Unsoeld was his childhood hero.

Jon Krakauer’s Writing: Into Thin Air was released in 1997 and was an expansion of his article in Outside Magazine. This book was based on his journey to the top of Everest. Eiger Dreams released in 1990. Iceland was also released in 1990. Into the Wild was released in 1996, and was made into a movie in 2007. This book spent two years as a New York Times Best Seller. Under the Banner of Heaven was released in 2003, it was his Third non-fiction bestseller. Where Men Win Glory: The Odyssey of Pat Tillman was released in 2009. This book is about the former NFL player who died serving our country in Afghanistan. Three Cups of Deceit is his most recent book, released in 2011.

What and Where are the Himalayas?

About the Himalayas between Tibet and India, on Nepal one of the youngest mountain ranges in the world has some of the highest mountains in the world has glaciers, rivers, and forests

More Info on the Himalayas stretches 1,550 miles west to east stretches 125-250 miles north to south 110 peaks are taller than 24,000 feet tallest peak- Mt. Everest (29,028ft)

Geology, Elevation, and Climate What is Mt Everest? Geology, Elevation, and Climate

Climate and Elevation -The elevation is 29,092 (8,848m) -The average summit temperature is about -39(c) but it can drop it low as -76(f)

Geology -5.5 miles high from sea level -Divided into 3 formations separated by faults -Made up of sandstone, siltstone, sedimentary, granite and metamorphic rocks

What does it cost to Climb Mt. Everest? Training and Costs

Course & Trek Costs Total Costs come out to about $300,000 Company Escort Costs about $65,000 Private Package: Imported Chief & constant access to Instagram Climbing Permits out of Nepal costs $70,000 for Seven People, $25,000 for One Per

Gear & Costs Total Gear Costs about $7,000 Oxygen Costs = $500 per bottle, Oxygen Mask = $440 per mask Wifi Bill about $4,000 Permit Fee 11,000 Immunization costs $200 Yak to carry gear to BC 150/day

What are some notable expeditions that have been taken up Mount Everest?

George Leigh Mallory In 1924 George L. Mallory who was 37 years old climbed 26,000 feet without an oxygen tank. George disappeared on the same expedition in 1924. His body was found May 1st 1999

Pemba Dorjee Sherpa (NEPAL) Pemba Dorjee herpa set the record for the fastest Everest ascent He climbed Mount Everest it in 8 hours and 10 minutes on May 21 2004

How do you climb Mt Everest? Path[s] to the Summit

♥ reliable source: mounteverest.net & ehow.com ♥ Mt. Everest Paths Many people decide to fly in a helicopter because they do not want to have to go through the dangers and risks of climbing the mountain. Elevation = 29,029’ Approx. 1,200 people of 6,000 people have been successful to climb this mountain. 235 have died trying. (2013) Before you climb, you must pass various classes or training sessions before you actually face the task of the climb ♥ reliable source: mounteverest.net & ehow.com ♥ & www.cntraveler.com

Takes 2-3 years of regular training Steep mountains, rough rocks, night climbs, ice falls and snow climbs 18 routes to reach the top You must be aware of natural happenings, such as winds, avalanches, and other natural disaster and the weather Best time to climb: in May at sunrise There are four camps located on the mountain. They are located approx. 3,000’ apart, along one of many routes and takes 5-8 hours to reach from one to the other

8000 Meter Peaks What are they ?

Mountains that reach 8000 meters or more above sea level They are the world’s 14 highest mountains 8000ers all lie in the Lofty Himalayan in Karakoram in Central Asia Even though there the highest peak, the difficulties of climbing the mountains vary Site: Wikipedia

The fourteen 8000ers Cho Oyu Everest Dhaulagiri Gasherbrum Lhotse Annapurna K2 Kangchenjunga Makalu Mansulu Nanga Parbat Broad Peak Gasherbrum II Shishapangma

Who are the Sherpa?

What are Sherpas? An ethnic group that lives in the Himalayan region of Nepal They live in the Khumbu Valley seen below They are mostly a Buddhist culture Their names are based of the day of the week they were born on

What are the roles of Sherpas? Regarded as elite mountaineers and experts in their local terrain. They were immeasurably valuable to early explorers of the Himalayan region Served as guides.

Who is Tenzing Norgay?

Brief Background Established May 29th, 1914. Tenzing was a Sherpa, from Khumbu, Nepal. Norgay’s life revolved around climbing, and all 13 of his brothers and sisters were Sherpa’s as well. Tenzing married 3 different times, and had 7 children.. .

Climbing Accomplishments At age 19, Norgay had set out to make history. Partnered up Edmund Hillary in 1952. Together they trained to conquer the Mt. Everest. On May 29th, 1953 Norgay and Hillary reached the summit of Mt. Everest (2nd man to reach peak, behind Hillary). He continued to climb, then died on May 9th, 1986.

What was Rob Hall’s role in the 1996 Everest Expedition

Background and what did Rob Hall do? New Zealand Mountaineer Grew up in New Zealand Company, Adventure Consultants, guide people up the mountain Head guide of 1996 Everest Expedition 5 summit to Everest climbed the 7 summits in 7 days

1996 Disaster and his death 8 clients and 3 guides many delays due to weather client, Doug Hansen refused to go down the mountain. Hall went to assist him Andy Harrison went to help the men but never made it up, and went missing Hansen died Rob Hall died from Hypothermia on the south summit of Mount Everest

High Altitude Cerebral Edema What is H.A.C.E. High Altitude Cerebral Edema

Characteristics medical Condition The brain swells with fluid because of the effect of high altitude Occurs when body fails to acclimate while ascending into high altitudes signs include: confusion, change in behavior, a drunk stager(ataxia)

Diagnosis and Prevention patient with Edema should be given oxygen bring down to lower altitude levels recovery varies between days and weeks

Recommended Gear on Everest

Climbing Equipment Ice Axe: 60-80 cm (depending on height) Crampons- with 1 extra pair Carabiners- 2 large locking 20 ft. of webbing 20 ft. of 6 mm. perlon cord 2 ascenders/ rappel device water purifier GPS receiver oxygen system: 6 cannisters

Clothing Needed Synthetic fleece jacket Down suit, pants and jacket (with hood) Waterproof/ breathable pants and jacket Wind shirts (A.K.A windbreaker) (Optional) one piece climbing shell Boots and several pairs of socks High altitude boots with inner/outer layer