Summer Adventures with HSE Extreme Sports Club

This summer, HSE Extreme Sports Club invites HSE students and staff members to go on trips along Karelian rivers and in the Caucasus mountains.

July 1-10, Shuya river (Karelia), hiking difficulty: Class 1

This tourist route is one of the most picturesque in Karelia. The great Shuya river (the name means ‘deep’ in Karelian) is perfect for summer rafting. This region is rich in berries, mushrooms, and fish. As the organisers say, a journey through this place will inspire you and bring new emotions, goals, hopes and desires. And as a bonus, at the end of the trip the participants will visit an authentic Russian Bathhouse.

For further information please visit the page on Vkontakte and phone the trip organizer Ekaterina Kuznetsova on +7-916-800-28-09. 

 

July 15-24, river Keret (Karelia), hiking difficulty: Class 3

Participants of this rafting expedition will take part in a fascinating journey on catamarans and canoes along the river Keret with access to the White Sea. For centuries, monks caught red fish from this river for the Solovetsky monastery. The unique nature of Northern Karelia will surprise even the most experienced traveler. You’ll enjoy a rush of adrenaline, a great mood mood and some interesting experiences.

Registration for this trip closes on July 1. For more details please phone Ekaterina Kuznetsova on +7-916-800-28-09.

 

August 7-17, Ascent of Elbrus

It will be the fifth HSE expedition to the highest point of Europe (5642 meters above sea level). Blue lakes, wild rivers, mountain streams, beautiful flowers, fabulous snow peaks – these are the landscapes you will see while climbing Elbrus. And, of course, it is an opportunity to test your strength and endurance.

Before the climb, participants will get instructions and attend training in Moscow. Experienced club instructors will ensure the safety of the group so that everyone should be able to climb to the top.

For further information please see our webpage. Registration is open till July 7, please phone the organizer Andrey Shekotov, on +7-903-149-69-9.