AGENDA

In 1997, Stephen Koch became the first person to snowboard the white powder of Mount Kilimanjaro. Since then, only a handful of people have descended the ridges of the highest mountain in the African continent.In November of 2003, a group of 4 people will climb Uhuru Peak - the native name for Mount Kilimanjaro - via the Shira route. From the summit, at 19,340 feet, skiers Pietro Simonetti and Mike Stadler, will attempt to descend 3,500 vertical feet over the Heim Glacier, reach the Southern Circuit trail, and meet the rest of the group by Barafa Hut.

Along the way, the team will encounter the beautiful wilderness that is Africa, and enjoy some spectacular views. The area surrounding Kilimanjaro has some of the most amazing wildlife and ancient cultures.

We will see animals in their natural habitat that we have only seen in cages at the zoo and meet people we have only seen in the pages of National Geographic. This journey will not only make a significant impact on us as individuals, but also provide hope to those suffering with cancer. We will keep all of those people in our hearts as we make our way to the top of Mt. Kilimanjaro.