Everest Basecamp & Gear

In our novel Peak, the expedition to Everest has been a rough one to say the least. We have discussed things like altitude sickness, acclimatization, and the wicked conditions associated with being on top of the world. The students and I have really gotten into this novel and find it hard to put down. I wanted to include a real picture of base camp on Everest and then a picture of climbing gear. It certainly takes a tough individual to stay focused, healthy, and energized at nearly 6 miles up!