This is Muralee. I will be joining some of the training hikes.

I was happy to meet all the 2026 climbers at Wednesday's session.

The weekend hikes, informative zoom sessions, strength trainings - you will be learning a lot during the next few months. You will become physically and mentally strong. Once you gain more confidence, you will discover new capabilities within yourself. It is a fun learning path, enjoy the journey.

I always admired people who climbed mountains. I couldn't imagine climbing a mountain a few years ago. When I joined Team ASHA, the leads trained me and I ended up climbing mountains! They made me a fearless climber. I now love hiking and climbing, and happy to share that joy with you all. Follow all the instructions you receive from the leads, and make sure you enjoy every hike.

Training hikes give you opportunity to walk with your leads in person. We have several dozen leads with great experience and skills. Talk to them and learn from their experience. Walk with a different lead during every hike, so you get to talk to more leads. You also have the opportunity to meet many climbers who share the same passion.

All the best for the climbs you have signed up for. You will finish that and do more. Looking forward to hike with you all.