Cordillera Huayhuash Clinics and Trek, Peru 2009

July 11-24, 2009 *Space limited to 10 persons* Trip Cost: $2195 Deposit: $350 Balance Due In Full: April 11, 2009 We're now in the process of gathering our team for our next clinic trekking expedition through the magnificent and remote Cordillera Huayhuash mountain range in the Peruvian Andes. The project offers a unique way to visit this incredible destination, giving back to communities that most only pass through. Indigenous villages in this area suffer from the effects of ethnic/racial discrimination and poverty, battling a system with poor educational and vocational opportunities and sustaining poor access to health care. Your participation will enable us to run medical/dental/optical clinics, contribute medicines and supplies in these remote mountain communities. Along the trek, we will be accomodating several clinics to diagnose and treat illnesses. We are seeking doctors, dentists, optometrists, nurses and other medical professionals to help. Although diagnoses and treatments will only be provided by qualified professionals, a medical background is not required to participate. Non-medical and/or student support is greatly needed and encouraged. This is our most demanding trip involving a supported trek through the entire Huayhuash circuit, easily one of the most beautiful treks in the world. After acclimatizing in a nearby town, we will spend most of our time hiking at elevations over 14,000 feet, spending our nights in scenic camps and remote villages. You must be qualified for this trip physically, being prepared for varying mountain weather conditions, strenuous passes, and full time camping. It is recommended that you have experience over 14,000 feet and have proper immunizations for the Peruvian Andes taken care of in advance. To participate on this trip, you will be required to raise $2195. This covers most land travel costs and shared lodging once you arrive in Huaraz, Peru. It also covers all meals, transport, horse and burro support, camping costs and fees associated with the Huayhuash circuit. It does not cover overseas flights to Peru, meals in town, tips, or other miscellaneous expenses. Huayhuash 2009 Detailed Itinerary Application and Release Form          Please Fax completed form to (309) 408-6822 Terms and Conditions For more information contact trip coordinator: Graham Rogers: phone: (1) 303-408-6824 email: grahamr@mountainmedics.org Click picture for close up view