Pem Sherpa

Creative Statement

Pem Dorjee Sherpa was born in 1982 in a small, remote village Called Chyangba, Solukhumbu. He has climbed Mt. Everest twice, the second time with his girlfriend Moni Mulepati. On the summit, they followed through on a plan they had kept secret from their parents and became the first couple to be married on top of Mt. Everest. They also hoisted the flag of Rotary International, a club that he has involved, in honor of its centennial year.

Aside from his mountaineering achievements, Pem has demonstrated an admirable commitment to improving the quality of life in his home village of Chayangba.
He has organized many service projects to Provide dental care for the villagers, to build a library & School & drinking water system in Village.

Pem is certified as a Trekking and Mountaineering Guide by the Nepal government. He is also an active member of the American Mountain Guides Association (AMGA), American Alpine Club, Nepal Mountaineering Association, and Everest Summiteers Association. He also hiked Continental Divide National Scenic Trail 3,100 miles between Mexico & Canada with his friend Mat Matson. He now lives with his wife Moni & Daughter Pelzom in Ann Arbor, An owner of a Local fair-trade store The Himalayan Bazaar & Of Global interest Adventure Travel on 218 S. Main St. Ann Arbor, Michigan 48104.