Himalayan Field Study Program

Testimonials and list of participants

Himalayan Field Study Program 2007

This was the most positive experience for Mary and myself.  The exposure to Nepal and its people has changed how we view ourselves and our place in the world.  We very much appreciate being involved in this rich learning experience and feel very fortunate to have been able to take part - Don Smith, Hinton, Alberta, Canada

Truly a trip that I will never forget and a trip that I will be actively advocating.  It was immeasurably more than just a tour of your wonderful country.  Thank you for such a life changing experience - Jeff Styles, Calgary, Alberta, Canada

Thanks is not enough - this trip has changed my perspective of life and attitude - Mary Sharp, Hinton, Alberta, Canada

Not much to change about this experience - you have got it right!! - Dr. Margaret Armstrong, Hinton, Alberta, Canada

Thank you both for showing us Nepal through your eyes and ways.  What a wonderful way to visit - Bernie Kreiner, Hinton, Alberta, Canada

This trip has been unforgettable.  The experiences I had individually and as a group have been life changing.  Everyday was so much fun - Seamas Lyons, Hinton, Alberta, Canada

This trip and experience will always be a high light in my life - Margaret Klein, Hinton, Alberta, Canada

Words are hard to describe my wonderful experiences.  It has been great.  I have yet to understand it all - Bob Lyons, Hinton, Alberta, Canada

A job well done!!! - Your new friend - Brenton Simmond, Hinton, Alberta, Canada

Thank you so much for such an incredible, unique opportunity.  You have successfully passed on your love for this country! - Gemma Armstrong, Hinton, Alberta, Canada

Thanks a millions for showing us your amazing country - it's been an unforgettable experience and I loved every minute of it! - Emily Armstrong, Hinton, Alberta, Canada

Thank you for a wonderful trip.  You all are awesome ambassadors for Nepal - Gabby Lyons, Hinton, Alberta, Canada

Words are not enough to express appreciation of your planning, guidance and efforts to show your amazing country-Dr. Brad Armstrong, Hinton, Alberta

Himalayan Field Study Program 2004

Thanks for the wonderful experience!

A trip to Nepal would have never been the
same without you there and I saw so much that I would have never been able to
see without your dedication and care. Thanks Sharad and good luck on all your
future trips - Vanessa Linfoot, University of Alberta.

Sharad, I am in awe of the vision and passion you have for Nepal , and am so grateful you were able to share that with us. 

I will never forget the kindness you and Nepal showed to us while we were there.  I hope someday soon I can offer Nepal help, either by volunteering in a hospital or just by sending money to the orphanage.  Thank you from the very bottom of my heart.  No suggestions, it was all more than I expected.  I learned more on this trip about life than I ever could in an entire degree's worth of classroom studies - Rachel Jenson, University of Alberta

Participating in Himalayan Field Study Program 2004 was a great experience for me. 

I saw Nepal differently than in my previous trips with my parents.  I would not have been able to experience, enjoy, and understand Nepal the way I did with the help of this program.  Thanks for organizing such an outstanding program for Canadian students.  Ashish C. Karmacharya, Grant MacEwan College

List of participants:

Vanessa Linfoot, University of Alberta

Rachel Jenson, University of ALberta

Dr. Lyle Benson, Grant MacEwan College

Ashish Karmacharya, Grant MacEwan College

Marie Menard, Carleton University

Sharad C. Karmacharya, Course Coordinator, IIFS

Himalayan Field Study Program 2001

Sharad, this was the trip of the life time!  It would not have run so smoothly without your hard work and patience.  Thank you for helping me make some amazing life-long memories - Kathryn Keystone, Carleton University, Ottawa, Canada

Sharad, I want to thank you personally for being such a positive presence on this trip.  Your farewell speech today was heartwarming; the things you said were thoughtful and kind.  Your cheerfulness on our expedition was a major source of inspiration and energy - Ginette Sze, McGill University, Montreal, Canada

Sharad, Please come to see us whenever you are in Saskatoon.  Thank you very much for taking care of the group - Dr. Ka Iu and Yen Fung, Professor of Geography, University of Saskatchewan, Saskatoon

Sharad, It was pleasure meeting you.  Your smile always brighten our days.  Thanks for your support.  It is greatly appreciated.  Hope we can keep in touch and may be some day I will see you in Nepal.  Take care - Melissa Nadeau, Ottawa University, Ottawa:  

Sharad, it was great of you to organize this adventure and it was very well done.  I think I can speak for every body in saying we had a great time and was memorable.  Take care and thanks - Alice Wright, Carleton University, Ottawa, Canada

Sharad, Been a pleasure to have met you.  Thank you for an interesting and educational trip which I will not forget.  Best of luck to you  and your family in your next home (Canada).  Take care - Gary Gilmour, Environmental Professional, Blind River, Ontario:  

Sharad, this experience has been great also because of your presence and your organization.  It has been great to see how much fun you had with us.  Thank you very much for offering this opportunity that will always be in our hearts.  Keep smiling and good luck with your work and family.  Take care and thanks - Catie Burlando, McGill University, Montreal, Canada:  

Sharad, We want to thank you for all the effort that you put in order for us to explore this wonderful country.  We will never forget you and this experience! - Valerie and Murielle,  McGill University, Montreal, Canada:  

Sharad,  Thank you so much for putting together one of the best trips I've ever been on.  You exposed us to an  extremely unique culture and gave us the opportunity to fully experience it.  I will never forget this!  Thanx - Lisa Schlaich, Simon Fraser University, BC, Canada:  

Sharad, Thank for the trip.  Cheers - Tim Gilmour, Carleton University, Ottawa, Canada:  

Dear Sharad, thank you for everything.  This is my first trip and what an experience.  Now I will want to travel for the rest of my life.  Thank you for letting me get a taste of traveling.  I will be in touch.  Take care of yourself - Nathalie Bergon,  McGill University, Montreal, Canada:  

Hi Sharad, This trip has been wonderful.  I am glad to be part of it.  it would not have been the same without you.  Thank you for everything - Melanie Gagnon, University of Ottawa, Ottawa, Canada:  

Hey Sharad! You are an incredible person with  a great sense of humour and I enjoyed your company.  Merci! - Roch-Alain Poirier, Ottawa University, Ottawa:  

Namaste! (Hello in Nepalese language) Just want to thank you for this great opportunity to come here and learn more about your country.  You are very funny and thank you for your support when I was sick.  Hope to see you again - Annie Racicot,  Ottawa University, Ottawa:  

List of the participants:

Himalayan Field Study Program 2001

  Nathalie Bergon, McGill University

  Catie Burlando, McGill University

  Yen Fung, University of Saskatchewan

  Ka Iu Fung, Intersted in Himalayan Environment

  Melanie Gagnon, Ottawa University

  Gary Gilmour, Environmental Professional

  Timothy Gilmour, Carleton University

  Sharad Karmacharya, Program Coordinator

  Kathryn Keystone, Carleton University

Melissa Nadeau, Ottawa University

Andrew Owen, Medical Student

Jacqueline M. E. Owen, Teacher

John S. Owen, University of Saskatchewan

Roch-Alain Poirier, Ottawa University

Mohan Prabhu, Program Coordinator

Annie Racicot, Ottawa University

Lisa M. Schlaich, Simon Fraser

Ginette Sze, McGill University

Valerie Vendette, McGill University

Murielle G. Vrins, McGill University

Alice Wright,  Carleton University

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