I will add one more thing...
there are some very wealthy peak baggers ...and some not so wealthy...that have completely 'adopted' and helped their favorite Sherpas into businesses and sophisticated employment opportunities.
Bonds are formed during the long expeditions and many of those westerners that came to climb have been generous and kind and become benefactors to many Sherpas. It's not unusual to hear of some Sherpas spending some time in Chamonix or Japan or other international climbing destinations...due to the connections they make with the foreigners.
there are some very wealthy peak baggers ...and some not so wealthy...that have completely 'adopted' and helped their favorite Sherpas into businesses and sophisticated employment opportunities.
Bonds are formed during the long expeditions and many of those westerners that came to climb have been generous and kind and become benefactors to many Sherpas. It's not unusual to hear of some Sherpas spending some time in Chamonix or Japan or other international climbing destinations...due to the connections they make with the foreigners.