Our grading system explained
English lessons for Nepalese Sherpas
Mountain Kingdoms donates £1,250 in 2014
The Fifth Guide's Refresher Training Course took place in Nepal at the start of this year. From January 26 to 08 February, twenty-five Sherpa guides were given English lessons as well as classes in first aid, altitude scenarios, trek-camp-food-equipment management, map reading, local flora and fauna, national history and geography, Nepali customs and religions and responsible trekking.
Mountain Kingdoms donates over £1,000 a year to provide these classes which are run and organised by our Nepali agents. It’s our way of giving something extra back to the Sherpas for the wonderful service they provide to our clients. Being able to speak English means they can make the career progression from Sherpa to fully fledged mountain guide – a job with better pay and brighter prospects.
Related News
Niki's 10K triumph
Whilst the rest of us were enjoying a relaxing bank holiday, our Operations Manager, Niki Morgan, was running the Severn Bridge 10K race that crosses the old Severn Bridge between England and Wales. Not only did she complete the race but she claimed the top spot as the first female out of 500 runners. A fantastic achievement.
August enews - Japan Special
With the Olympics and Paralympics putting the sporting spotlight on Japan, we take a closer look at one of the world's most unique and fascinating destinations including a travel guide, trekking trails and some of its standout cultural highlights. For more insight, take a look at our latest enews here.
If you'd like to receive our new e-newsletter, sign up here.
July enews - And we're off
With restrictions beginning to ease, travel this autumn is finally looking like a distinct possibility. We look at several holiday options in Europe and Morocco. Plus there's news of this month's photo competition and a travel survey you can complete. Take a look at our latest enews here.
If you'd like to receive our new e-newsletter, sign up here.