Today was the first official climb day. Melissa Arnot, our guide, gave us a 9 pm curfew last night with lights out by 930. I think most of us were well rested this morning at our 6 am breakfast. We then headed out for the long drive to where we would begin the climb. […]
This morning I am going on a couple hr trek around the lodge grounds that is supposed to have some amazing trails. We will spend the remainder of the day resting/relaxing, going through orientation and gear packing and last check. We begin the climb tomorrow morning.
Packed my backpack as well!. Porter bags are limited to 35 lbs, mine came in around 20. Packing light!
Today we went to an impact study after a great breakfast of eggs, bacon, toast, and yogurt. The impact study took place in Masai village, where we visited a school that has been using P&G water purifying packets. They welcomed us with an exciting dance and song along with their bright purple uniforms. One of […]
Jim Schoonover, Chairman of the Board for H2O for Life, took a moment to tell us why he is following Steve Hall’s momentous climb of Mount Kilimanjaro as a member of SUMMIT ON THE SUMMIT.