Q&A Sessions

If you’ve ever wondered what it takes to climb Everest the right way, now is your chance to find out from the IFMGA Mountain Guide with three decades of extreme adventuring experience. In this webinar, you’ll get a window into Willie’s first hand experiences with Everest, and hear from his long-time client who summited in 2017. This is a unique opportunity to hear from a guide who is passionate about protecting Everest and the local community through sustainable adventuring. During the hour, Willie will talk about how to manage the crowds and set the right expectations, focusing on embracing the journey and avoiding summit tunnel vision. His client, Reagan Rick, will share his experiences, from training in Ecuador and the US to summiting the famous peak. If you want to know more about what the sustainable future of Mount Everest looks like, Willie will discuss the changes he’s seen happen and what he’s doing to honor and protect this world-famous climbing destination. There’s no denying Mount Everest’s popularity, but if you tune into Willie’s presentation, you’ll see why there’s still magic in this majestic mountain. Join us Thursday, December 17th and find out what it takes to climb Everest from the guide who’s stood on the summit over a dozen times. From choosing the right training ground to setting micro-goals, learn how you can do your homework and prepare for an adventure like this.