Aconcagua and Denali - The Tops of the Americas
This course will provide the audience with a journey to Aconcagua and Denali, the tallest mountains in South and North American respectively, and what it takes to explore these extreme environments. These expeditions were captured with high-definition photography and the presentation will provide unique views of two of the world’s Seven Summits. Achieving these summits requires extensive gear and training and this course will provide insight into how mountaineers prepare for multi-week expeditions in high altitude environments. A hands-on exhibit will provide students with access to the various tools used by mountaineers on expeditions to climb, survive, and endure these tough environments. Finally, the course will recommend books to read for those ready to explore the topic further.