Everest : journey of a lifetime

1. Everest : journey of a lifetime Ev

2. ORGT Expedition to Everest Base Camp

3. Overview • Backpacking expedition to the base camp of tallest mountain in the world: Mt. Everest • 10 expedition members • Expedition will last 13 days • start on 4 August 2014 • end on 16 August 2014 • Funding requested from ORGT: $12,150

4. Expedition Leader Profile • SiddhantAgarwal • ORGT Backpacking Trip Leader • Wilderness First Responder • International experiences include: • Sea kayaking expedition in Scotland • Caving expedition in Mexico • Semester abroad in France • Semester abroad in Ireland • 18 years in India • Fluent in Hindi – understood by many in Nepal

5. Goals • Recognize Georgia Tech's motto of Progress and Service. • “Expand our global footprint and influence”. * • Promote physical and emotional well-being for a healthy lifestyle. • Provide experience in leadership, risk management and teamwork. • Further a sense of pride and achievement in Georgia Tech community by waving Georgia Tech's flag at 17,598 ft at the base of Everest. * From Designing The Future, a strategic plan and vision

6. Itinerary • Aug 04 • Arrive in Kathmandu • Aug 05 • Fly from Kathmandu to Luckla • Hike from Luckla to Phakding

7. Phakding Luckla

8. Aug 06 • Hike from Phakding to NamcheBazar • Aug 07 • Acclimatization day in NamcheBazar • Visit Edmund Hillary Hospital School • Donate 10 soccer balls to the School kids • Visit Monastery in Khumjung

9. Khumjung Monastery Aug 06 NamcheBazar Phakding

10. Aug 06 DudhKosi NamcheBazar

11. Aug 08 • Hike from NamcheBazar to Tengboche • Visit a monastery in Tengboche

12. Aug 09 • Hike from Tengboche to Dingboche • Aug 10 • Hike from Dingboche to Lobuche • Aug 11 • Hike from Lolbuche toEverest Base Camp. Collect some trash from Everest Base Camp • Hike from base camp to Gorakshep

13. Aug 12 • Hike from Gorakshep to Pheriche • Aug 13 • Hike from Pheriche to NamcheBazar • Aug 14 • Hike from NamcheBazar to Luckla • Aug 15 • Fly from Luckla to Kathmandu • Aug 16 • Fly back to Atlanta

14. Training Regiment Expedition members to go on at least 3 training trips before the expedition to build fitness, attitudes and bonds with other members

15. Training Regiment Expedition members to go on at least 3 training trips before the expedition to build fitness, attitudes and bonds with other members Expedition members to discuss, plan and follow a strict workout routine with increasing intensity

16. Training Regiment Expedition members to go on at least 3 training trips before the expedition to build fitness, attitudes and bonds with other members Expedition members to discuss, plan and follow a strict workout routine with increasing intensity Expedition members encouraged to obtain highest level of wilderness medical trainingavailable

17. Risk Management Risk: High Altitude Sickness • Elevation will be between 10,000 ft. and 18,000 ft. • Severe altitude sickness occurs in this altitude range • Primary symptoms: lack of appetite, nausea, fatigue,  shortness of breath upon exertion, insomnia, etc. • Severe symptoms: pulmonary edema and cerebral edema

18. Risk Management Risk: Management Plan expedition so chances of altitude sickness are significantly reduced: • Gradual change in elevation and an acclimatization day in Namche Bazaar • Gradually increase mileage • Members will drink at least 4-5 L. of water a day • With permission from a doctor, members will safely take the drug acetazolamide (Diamox)  to prevent altitude sickness • If a member starts experiencing altitude sickness, he/she will be escorted to a lower altitude • Rescue helicopter can be called for medical emergencies • Medical service centers exist in Luckla, Namche, and Pheriche

19. Budget Booking via a trekking agency: • Accountability for domestic flights • Cheaper accommodation • More local contacts in case of an emergency • Knowledge about local history • Directing much needed money into Sherpa households

20. Budget ORGT will cover trekking permit fee, flight from Kathmandu to Luckla, lodging fee, meals during the actual trek, etc. Expedition members will cover international flight fee. $1600 ~ $2000 Expedition members will pay a $150 commitment fee upon selection. If unused, fee will be returned at the end of expedition. Expedition members can expect at least $300 in other personal expenses such as hot beverages, hot showers, visa fee, etc.

21. Recap of Expedition Goals • Recognize Georgia Tech's motto of Progress and Service.

22. Recap of Expedition Goals • Recognize Georgia Tech's motto of Progress and Service. • “Expand our global footprint and influence”. * • Expand the world’s footprint at Georgia Tech • Extend and leverage Georgia Tech’s impact around the globe • Embrace and support globally engaged students * From Designing The Future, a strategic plan and vision

23. Recap of Expedition Goals • Recognize Georgia Tech's motto of Progress and Service. • “Expand our global footprint and influence”. * • Promote physical and emotional well-being for a healthy lifestyle. • Great pride for Campus Recreation Center * From Designing The Future, a strategic plan and vision

24. Recap of Expedition Goals • Recognize Georgia Tech's motto of Progress and Service. • “Expand our global footprint and influence”. * • Promote physical and emotional well-being for a healthy lifestyle. • Provide experience in leadership, risk management and teamwork. • ORGT continues its tradition of excellence, leadership and risk management * From Designing The Future, a strategic plan and vision

25. Recap of Expedition Goals • Recognize Georgia Tech's motto of Progress and Service. • “Expand our global footprint and influence”. * • Promote physical and emotional well-being for a healthy lifestyle. • Provide experience in leadership, risk management and teamwork. • Further a sense of pride and achievement in Georgia Tech community by waving Georgia Tech's flag at 17,598 ft at the base of Everest. * From Designing The Future, a strategic plan and vision

26. Thank you!

27. Questions? Application due by 1/31 6:00pm:   https://orgt.wufoo.com/forms/mcxmfxy1rbl0an/ Contact info: SiddhantAgarwal agsiddhant@gmail.com 972-310-0302