I have now been in involved in two trekking holidays with Cherie and they can only be summed up as the most exciting times of my life. She prepares you mentally and physically before you set foot on the adventure of a life time! Cherie was a Guide, trainer, like a sister and a great friend. If you are going to trek anywhere Cherie Horne’s trips is for you! Thank you to Cherie!
Only a few more steps, we are almost there, Mossie you are doing a tremendous job, you are so strong, you can do this, we are almost there, look up, see, can you see the flags… inside I am dying, I really don't care if I don't get there…surely I can stop now, surely this is far enough, it doesn't matter that I didn't make it, what's in a number anyway, I just want to sit down now, I've had enough, this is far enough, I'm really tired now, and I don't care anymore, this is my limit… but still the voice is there, constantly encouraging, constantly spurring me on, constantly reminding me why I came and that I am strong enough to do this, this voice believes in me, so why don't I believe.
This is the journey up to the highest point of my Base Camp Everest adventure, this is Kala Patthar…and the voice that inspires me, that pulls me forward, that gives me the strength to put one foot in front of the other…that voice belongs to Cherie Horne, my trek leader. The person who believes in me even before I think I can do something, who helps me push past my own mental and physical barriers. The person who brought me this far, who makes me believe in myself and who celebrates every little milestone I reach with real heart felt joy.
What an adventure, what an amazing time, what an extraordinary woman!
Meeting Cherie for the first time after flying into Kathmandu airport I immediately felt at ease as she welcomed me with a "g'day mate' and helped me sort my 'stuff.' Her organisational skills and knowledge of her treks are exceptional, I have never seen a more relaxed team than the one that would eventually conquer the Annapurna Circuit trek lead by Cherie Horne. The amazing effort she put in to lead us to our dream is exceptional, I hope she can lead you to yours!
I met Cherie back in the middle of 2010 prior to successfully summiting Mera Peak with her as one of my two Western Guides a few months later. It was at the high camps and on our 15 hour summit day I was especially glad to have her by my side, that she knew me enough by that stage to actually provide the personalised advice and assistance that I needed. Being able to train personally with Cherie prior to leaving for Nepal meant I started this expedition with not only a Western Guide, but with a friend. Hiking with Cherie and participating in her training program prior to leaving for Nepal was a really fun way to get to know my team mates, it offers endless hours of question time so that you can really find out everything thing and more that you could possibly want to know about trekking and climbing before you head off. Cherie has a love for the mountains in it's truest form, the good, the bad and the sometimes ugly – equally. She is always the most prepared, calm when faced with a situation, first to carry a load or help others, never complains and has the heart and courage of a lion.I can not think of one person who I would rather have by my side on big peaks in the future and I can't wait to climb again with you soon mate!