The University of Hong Kong Institute of Human Performance
Adventure Education Programme
Mt. Qizi 6206m. Snow Mountaineering Expedition
Adventure Education Programme 2004
“Snow Peak, Hot Spring”
Introduction: Mt. Qizi is a 6206 metres peak in Tibet (the highest peak HKU AEP has attempted). Please note that this expedition is not a trekking activity, but is a snow mountaineering expedition. That is very challenging. You should be a physically and psychological fit and healthy to undertake this climb as you will have chance to stand at a very high altitude at Tibet. In addition, you must have initial experience of hiking and camping in Hong Kong or other places. Remarks: This adventure education programme expedition has been accredited as International Climbing and Mountaineering Association (UIAA) Global Youth Summit by UIAA Youth Commission. The Global Youth Summit is a recognized national youth programme that supports and promotes international cooperation and peace, and protection of the environment. The Institute of Human Performance of HKU is the first HK tertiary institution to be accredited by the UIAA.
Destination: Mt. Qizi of Tibet located at North-east of Lhasa Date: 24th July, 2004 to 7th August 2004
Objectives: 1. To go on snow climbing and mountaineering together with the other university students. 2. To understand the effect of high altitude on the human body and the techniques for the prevention and care of mountain environment injuries (hypothermia, frostbite, snow blindness and altitude illness). 3. To learn the respect the nature and build up the awareness of environmental conservation. 4. To improve self-discovery, responsibility and leadership by group adhesion and group dynamics. 5. To learn about the Tibetan culture and education development in Tibet. Activities: Snow Climbing to Mt. Qizi 6206 metres height Snow Technical Skill Training Social Service by teaching the students of Tibetan school. We intended to make several studies in the area high altitude snow mountaineering, the culture of the inhabitants and the equipment. Below are two suggestions: 1. Research on the effect of high altitude on the human body and techniques for the prevention and care of mountain environment injuries. 2. Research on the effectiveness of Adventure Education programme. Students, staff and alumni of the University of Hong Kong
Studies:
Participants: Itinerary Date Day 24 1 25 2 26 3 27 4 28 5
Activity Trek hours Altitude (m) Arrive Lhasa of Tibet 3600 Acclimatization, Visit& Service 3600 Acclimatization, Visit& Service 3600 Acclimatization 4700 Go ahead Base Camp and set 3 hours by 4700 campsite bus 29 6 Acclimatization, Ropework Training 5400 30 7 Go ahead Advance Base Camp 5-7 hours 5400 31 8 Acclimatization and Snow Skills 5400 01 9 Acclimatization and Snow Skills 5800 02 10 Go ahead Camp 1 3-6 hours 5400 03 11 Summit Day 6206 4-6 hours 4700 04 12 Back BC and Lhasa (Hot Spring) 4-6 hours 3600 05 13 Visit& Service 3600 06 14 Visit& Service 3600 07 15 Back HK 0 Remarks: BC—Base Camp, ABC—Advance Base Camp, C1—Camp 1 Fees: Full-time Students: Staff, alumni& Part-time students:
Accommodation Guest House Guest House Guest House BC BC ABC ABC ABC C1 ABC BC Guesthouse Guesthouse Guesthouse Home
HK$ 7,500 HK$ 14,000
Officials:
Team Coordinator— Matthew Fung, Coordinator of AEP Team Manager— Fred Smith, IHP, HKU Technical Consultant—John Tsang, Adventure Plus Consultant Ltd.
Co-organizer:
Adventure Plus Consultant Ltd. Great Mountain Alpine Services Training and workshops Air ticket, accommodation, transportation and meals. Trekking permit, mountain guide and porters. Visa, airport tax, personal clothing and personal travel insurance. 25-26/6/2004 (Overnight Wild Camp) 29/6/2004; 2, 4/7/2004 (Morning) 9-10/7/2004 (Overnight Camp) 14, 17, 19/7/2004 (Whole Day) 22/7/2004 (Final Check)
Fees includes:
Fees not includes: Selection Day: Training workshops:
Enrolment:
Complete the enrolment form and return to matfung@hkucc.hku.hk before 18-6-2004 (No payment is required until being recruited)
Successful applicants will be notified by email before 21/06/2004
Inquiries: Mr. Matthew Fung, Coordinator of Adventure Education Programme, IHP, HKU Tel: 29740588 E-mail: matfung@hkucc.hku.hk
The University of Hong Kong Institute of Human Performance Course / Activity Application Form
Title (Mr./ Miss./ Mrs./ Dr.) Name of applicant (English) Name of applicant (Chinese) Faculty & Year Age
Name of Course/ Program: University/ Staff No.: I.D. No.﹕ Contact Tel. No.：(Day Time) In case of emergency, please call ____________________ ____________________ ____________________ ____________________ E-mail﹕ Nationality﹕ (Night Time) Contact person: ___________________ ___________________ ___________________ ___________________
Outdoor skills and experience: (addition information can be attached)
Special talents: e.g. singing, dancing, cooking, Putonghua, just anything “special”
Reasons of joining the expedition: (English or Chinese)
Applicant’s Signature: _____________________________
Date : ________________
Please kindly note that we shall invite up to 50 nominated participants to a Selection Day. The criterion will be based on the information given above.