Let’s create a sustainable mountain rescue system at Lenin Peak.
Our Mission:
The Slava Topol Foundation aims to kick start a sustainable mountain rescue and medical program for the Lenin Peak area of the Pamir Mountains in Kyrgyzstan.
Why it’s needed:
While Lenin Peak is frequently touted as “the world’s easiest 7000 meter peak” it has a success rate of less than 25%. The mountain sees approximately fifteen serious incidents every year during the two month summer climbing season, with around one third of these being fatal.
With your generous support, the STP will work to establish the necessary resources and systems required for organized rescues and medical treatment on Lenin Peak.
How we’ll get there:
mEdical rescue posts
We will establish two camps on the mountain for medical and rescue personnel along with their equipment. From these camps we will provide technical and medical assistance to imperiled climbers.
INCIDENT REDUCTION
We will provide education regarding roped travel and conservative itineraries reducing crevasse falls and altitude illnesses. We will also help maintain anchors, fixed ropes, and ladders on the climbing route ensuring safer passage on the mountain for climbers and rescuers.
TRAINING LOCAL RESCUERS
We will train local mountaineers in mountain medical and rescue work creating a sustainable, locally operated rescue operation.
Partnerships
The Slava Topol Project is generously supported by:
Kyrgyz Alpine Club
Kyrgyz Mountain Guides Association
Rescue In The Mountains Public Foundation Initiative
Centre For Mountain Medicine at the University Of Central Lancashire
British Mountain Medicine Society
University of Cumbria
