The Ascenders Reunite & Celebrate in KTM

Namaste Friends, Family & Loved Ones, Greetings from Kathmandu, where the entire Team has reunited. We had a pretty chill day— some of us visited a local boarding school, where we met up with some of the kids sponsored by the Alpine Ascents Foundation. Four of the girls were first sponsored through the Foundation beginning about 8 years ago —Carole first met them when they were 4, 5 and 6 years old, so it was amazing and fun to see how they’ve grown up.
In addition to the school visit, we did some shopping, some eating and for the virtuous among us, a bit of working out in the hotel gym. Tonight we gathered for a Celebration Dinner. Fun was had by all.
Late tonight, Team members will start to fly back home. We’ve had a great time together and a successful expedition. Thanks following along with us! So long for now, Carole & Vern Tejas

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