Equipment and Other Needs
In addition to
training and raising (at least!) $4,000, I also need to acquire a significant
amount of gear. The list of clothing alone can be quite intimidating --
but it's the cost that are staggering! And, although renting is an
option, that creates coordination headaches for training.
So, if you can loan (for June and July) or donate any of the following, PLEASE let me
know!! There are several novice hikers on this climb, so ALL
equipment will be greatly appreciated and will go to an excellent
purpose. (ps. Yes, this qualifies for a charitable donation and you
will receive a receipt.)
Seeking New and Gently Used Gear
Amazed by the effort
that it takes to acquire the necessary equipment, I realized that I
could really help future climbers. So, I'm investing a little more
time now and creating an equipment pool. This way, future climbers can focus more
of their time and energy on raising donations!! What
great way to put gently used equipment to a good use!!
Backpack
-- preferably with an internal frame and a minimum of 6,000 cubic inches;
Waterproof & windproof overmittens;
Waterproof and wind proof jacket (with hood) and pants;
Gaiters;
Gloves, liners, socks ...
including gortex overmits
Glacier glasses with side protection (PLEASE!);
Headlamp;
Plastic hiking boots
Crampons;
Weather proof pack cover;
Water bottles;
Silk, wool or polypropylene
socks, shirts and long johns;
Compass;
Whistle; (used for
emergencies!!)
Expanding ski
poles;
Ice axe;
Sleeping bag rated
to freezing
(32 F);
Emergency blanket;
An AWESOME
digital camera?!!!
This is not an
exhaustive list. Check your closets and cupboards. Plus, everyone
needs great hiking food!!!
Many of these items provide EXCELLENT opportunities for corporate
sponsorship ... Your logo will be prominently displayed ...
great publicity ...
PLEASE ... get involved! Do it NOW! :-)
In-Kind and Gift Certificates
In
addition to Equipment, there are unlimited opportunities to donate
goods and services, especially gift certificates. These can be auctioned or raffled and the
proceeds donated to the ALAW!!
Although cash is the currency that talks, your gift certificates can
be leveraged and result in valuable donations!
Don't have a gift certificate ... not a problem! I would be
delighted to design a special certificate for you!!!
PLEASE,
join the team!
Whaaa hoooo
After two short (that
is a relative term) hikes, I realized how easy it would be to become
"hooked" on hiking. There is an amazing sense of accomplishment when
returning from a hike carrying a 30 pound pack!
WOW ... that was ME! I did it and I feel great!!!
Whatever your
motivation for sponsoring this climb,
it is the right reason for
YOU!
I am excited about going on this climb and
about making more people aware of
American Lung Association®
and
American Lung Association®
of Washington!
" - Teresa Hennig
