High Altitude Mountaineering Seminar
October – November 2011
The High Altitude Mountaineering Section of the Denver group will present its 23rd annual seminar on high altitude mountaineering this fall. The seminar consists of six sessions on consecutive weeks starting October 6, from 6:30 to about 9:00 p.m.
Experienced climbers will present lectures on topics as diverse as organizing an expedition, fitness and conditioning, nutrition and menu planning, high altitude/cold weather medical issues and group dynamics. Mountaineering slide shows from around the world will be featured to complement and expand upon the lecture topics.
Attendance of the seminar is a prerequisite for admission
to the High Altitude Mountaineering School.
| October 6 Thursday |
Introduction to Seminar Introduction High Altitude Mountaineering School Equipment for High Altitude School and Expeditions Slide Show – Shishpangma |
| October 13 Thursday |
Cold Weather Nutrition by Steve Billig – Presentation (pdf) Pros & Cons of Guided Expeditions Slide Show |
| October 20 Thursday |
High Altitude Medicine by Dr. Skeet Glatterer Hypothermia Presentation – pdf | High Altitude Medicine Presentation (pdf) This is a high energy presentation that can’t be missed – Great Stuff! |
| October 27 Thursday |
Team Dynamics – The most important factor an expedition rarely talks about beforehand. Team Dynamics Presentation (pdf) “Forever on the Mountain” Case Study (pdf) Slide Show |
| November 2 Wednesday |
Acclimatization and Fitness Training by Todd Bublitz – Presentation (pdf) Slide Show – August 2010 trip to Mt. Elbrus by Cindy Bero |
| November 10 Thursday |
Planning an Expedition by Dave Covill – Presentation (pdf) Slide Show – “Aconcagua and other High Altitude Mountains of the World” by Bob Dawson |
Cost for all six nights is:
$45 for Non-Members and Members who pre-register
$10 for individual evenings, payable at the door
For more information, contact Dave Pellegrini at:
To register, you can; sign-up on-line with your credit card; call the CMC office at 303-279-3080; or send your name, address, phone number and check made out to “CMC” to the CMC office. Please note “HAMS Seminar” on your check.
