Everest

Adventures of a mother of 7 – Johanna Gustafsson

Because it's there!

When 8 years old I learned about Mount Everest, and ever since I have dreamed about climbing up there. When I became middle-aged and sensible I thought that it's impossible.

2012 when I turned 50 I suddenly got this crazy idea to fulfill my childhood dream. Now, almost 2 years later, after studying, training, researching & finding solutions, it seems possible!

If things go well I will summit in May 2014, if things don't go well I will hopefully do it another year. If you want to follow me vie e-mail updates you can subscribe to them.

Checking gear, packing

March 30, 2014 / Johanna Gustafsson

Sunday morning I lifted all my gear onto the table and started getting rid of anything I don't really need with me. Seems that I will make it to a 23 kg bag for the flights to Delhi and on to Kathmandu. Actually the flight from Delhi to Kathmandu is probably limited to 20 kg.

Checking gear

Got rid of some woolen clothes, some technical underwear, extra gloves…

Small items

Amongst other things a measurement tool for oxygenation

Medications and also the 2 walking poles that will help my worn-out knees to survive

Good thing I left some gear earlier in Kathmandu & Lukla.

Off to the airport in a couple of hours!

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