1st-29th May 2025
Welcome to the
AHF Trailblazer
Walk, hike or run the distance of the Himalaya's most iconic treks this May. Help raise funds for AHF's health, education and environment programs to make great strides towards a brighter future in the Himalaya.
29
Trailblazers
$1,547
raised so far
471 km
completed so far
(stats reset on May 1st when Trailblazer begins!)
Claudia Crosariol donated to Alicia Crosariol (she/her)
Beniamino Crosariol donated to Alicia Crosariol (she/her)
Victoria Maclean donated to Sheila Lunter
Jane Dostine donated to Linda Jocelyn
Anonymous donated to Sheila Lunter
Anonymous donated to Linda Jocelyn
Anonymous donated to Jane Kanizay
Mick Toller donated to Sheila Lunter
Claudia Crosariol donated to Alicia Crosariol (she/her)
Beniamino Crosariol donated to Alicia Crosariol (she/her)
Victoria Maclean donated to Sheila Lunter
Jane Dostine donated to Linda Jocelyn
Anonymous donated to Sheila Lunter
Anonymous donated to Linda Jocelyn
Anonymous donated to Jane Kanizay
Mick Toller donated to Sheila Lunter
Go further for the Himalaya
Channel the indomitable spirit of mountaineering greats, lace up your walking shoes and get ready to raise funds for the Australian Himalayan Foundation.
Join AHF for our inaugural Trailblazer event—an opportunity to get outdoors, connect with a vibrant community and push your limits for a great cause.
Challenge yourself to walk, run, or hike the equivalent distance of some of the Himalaya's most iconic treks—all while supporting AHF’s vital education, health and environmental programs.
Together, we can move mountains—one step at a time.
How it works
Whether you go solo, grab your walking buddies or bring your running group, this trail-a-thon is your chance to follow in some legendary footsteps.
Pick your trek
Choose from one of the Himalaya's most iconic treks to set your distance target and get moving.
Track your progress
Connect your Trailblazer profile to Strava or manually track how close you are to reaching your goal.
Make a difference
Get your family and friends involved by asking them to sponsor you and help raise money for AHF.
Mountain legends
May is a remarkable month in mountaineering history. It's the month that the first Australian woman, Brigitte Muir OAM, the youngest Australian, Gabby Kanizay, and oldest Australian, Zac Zaharias, first summited Everest (in 1997, 2022, and 2010 respectively).
It was also the month that the 1953 British Expedition set off to first conquer Everest, culminating on May 29th when Sir Edmund Hillary and Tenzing Norgay summited the world’s tallest mountain.
Sir Edmund Hillary not only made history, but also devoted himself to making a difference to vulnerable communities in Nepal. In 2001, the Australian Himalayan Foundation was created - inspired by Ed’s philanthropic legacy and co-founded by his son Peter Hillary.
Let’s make May not just a month of commemoration, but also one of inspired action, just like these trailblazers.
Edmund Hillary and Tenzing Norgay, Photo Alfred Gregory
Celebrate with us
Come together with the AHF community
Himalaya Day
May 29th, the date that the Trailblazer ends, is the day that Sir Edmund Hillary and Tenzing Norgay reached the summit of Everest.
During this week, AHF comes together in cities across the country to celebrate Himalaya Day, to honour their achievements and to learn more about work that AHF continues to support across the Himalaya.
You’re invited to join us to put your feet up, enjoy a Himalayan feast and celebrate your own trailblazing accomplishments in May!
Choose your trek
Walk, run or hike the distance of these iconic treks in your backyard and fundraise along the way.
Step it up
Join special Expedition leaders like Greg Mortimer OAM
Summit Sundays
Take your trek to the next level. Each Sunday in May, our guest Expedition Leaders will be hosting Summit Sunday meet ups across the country—designed to add a serious dose of elevation to your journey.
Everyone is welcome to join these group hikes at the trailhead, whether you’re aiming to boost your fundraising, catch up on your distance goal, or simply enjoy some fresh air. Gain even more motivation to boot up and make every step count.
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