Inspiring students to follow a hero’s footsteps
Students around the country are being inspired by learning about the life and work of Sir Edmund Hillary through a... Read More
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Conquering great heights for the Summit Challenge
Thank you so much to everyone who took part in the Himalayan Trust Summit Challenge 2019 in March. Together, you... Read More
Himalayan Trust Gala Dinner, 17 July
This year, on 20 July 2019, Sir Edmund Hillary would have turned 100. Sir Ed’s centenary year offers a unique... Read More
Keeping Sir Ed’s Legacy Alive in New Plymouth
The Himalayan Trust and the Taranaki Alpine Club invites you to a special speaker evening on Thursday, 4 April in... Read More
100km walk for $100K for 100 years
A team of 15 Kiwis are challenging themselves to walk 100kms in 24 hours to mark 100 years since the... Read More
Learning by Sir Ed’s example
Angela Hampton, a teacher and Himalayan Trust Member and fundraiser, helped to develop the Himalayan Trust education pack for schools.... Read More