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The 2015 Earthquakes
25th APRIL 2015 NEPAL CHANGED FOREVER
On Saturday, April 25 2015, at 11:56 am a massive 7.8 magnitude earthquake struck Nepal.
It was the worst earthquake in more than 80 years. The epicentre was less than 50 miles northwest of Kathmandu, the countryโs capital in central Nepal.
Our close friend Gareth Leonard, aka Tourist2Townie.com, documented the first few days post quake. Watch Below:
THE ACTIVE HEARTS FOUNDATION EARTHQUAKE STORY
The Active Hearts Foundation and @heartspace.expeditions spent the morning with the incredible children and staff of Sewak Nepal. We are proud to support this childrenโs home and look forward to watching the kids continue to thrive! #sewaknepal #activeheartsfoundation #heartspaceexpeditions #livewithpurpose #nepal #explorenepal #ganeshhimalcharitytrek #kathmandu #visitnepal #welcomedasaguestfarewelledasfamily
The Active Hearts Foundation and @heartspace.expeditions spent the morning with the incredible children and staff of Sewak Nepal. We are proud to support this childrenโs home and look forward to watching the kids continue to thrive! #sewaknepal #activeheartsfoundation #heartspaceexpeditions #livewithpurpose #nepal #explorenepal #ganeshhimalcharitytrek #kathmandu #visitnepal #welcomedasaguestfarewelledasfamily
This kind of peace can only be found in Nepal ๐๐ผ๐ณ๐ตScenes from our beautiful Ganesh Himal Charity Trek โค๏ธ @heartspace.expeditions #heartspaceexpeditions #livewithpurpose #hiking #nepal #explorenepal #senseofhumor #ganeshhimalcharitytrek #everestbasecamp #annapurnabasecamp #kathmandu #trekking #visitnepal #earthboundexpeditions #welcomedasaguestfarewelledasfamily
This kind of peace can only be found in Nepal ๐๐ผ๐ณ๐ตScenes from our beautiful Ganesh Himal Charity Trek โค๏ธ @heartspace.expeditions #heartspaceexpeditions #livewithpurpose #hiking #nepal #explorenepal #senseofhumor #ganeshhimalcharitytrek #everestbasecamp #annapurnabasecamp #kathmandu #trekking #visitnepal #earthboundexpeditions #welcomedasaguestfarewelledasfamily
Our hearts are full of joy after a picnic lunch and playtime with the amazing children at the Active Hearts Foundation-sponsored Human Welfare Society Orphanage in Banepa, Nepal ๐๐
#ActiveHeartsFoundation #HumanWelfareSociety #NepalLove #Banepa #heartspaceexpeditions #livewithpurpose #hiking #nepal #explorenepal #ganeshhimalcharitytrek #kathmandu #trekking #visitnepal #charity
Our hearts are full of joy after a picnic lunch and playtime with the amazing children at the Active Hearts Foundation-sponsored Human Welfare Society Orphanage in Banepa, Nepal ๐๐
#ActiveHeartsFoundation #HumanWelfareSociety #NepalLove #Banepa #heartspaceexpeditions #livewithpurpose #hiking #nepal #explorenepal #ganeshhimalcharitytrek #kathmandu #trekking #visitnepal #charity
Missing those clear blue skies and quiet mornings at camp! #heartspaceexpeditions #livewithpurpose #hiking #nepal #explorenepal #ganeshhimalcharitytrek #kathmandu #trekking #visitnepal #earthboundexpedtions #activeheartsfoundation
Missing those clear blue skies and quiet mornings at camp! #heartspaceexpeditions #livewithpurpose #hiking #nepal #explorenepal #ganeshhimalcharitytrek #kathmandu #trekking #visitnepal #earthboundexpedtions #activeheartsfoundation
Give it up for our @heartspace.expeditions trekkers! Massive thanks to such an awesome group of people and even more thanks to the stunning Ganesh Himal Range for parting the clouds and posing in this celebratory pic with us! ๐๏ธ๐ณ๐ตโค๏ธ #heartspaceexpeditions #livewithpurpose #hiking #nepal #explorenepal #senseofhumor #ganeshhimalcharitytrek #everestbasecamp #annapurnabasecamp #kathmandu #trekking #visitnepal #earthboundexpeditions #welcomedasaguestfarewelledasfamily
Give it up for our @heartspace.expeditions trekkers! Massive thanks to such an awesome group of people and even more thanks to the stunning Ganesh Himal Range for parting the clouds and posing in this celebratory pic with us! ๐๏ธ๐ณ๐ตโค๏ธ #heartspaceexpeditions #livewithpurpose #hiking #nepal #explorenepal #senseofhumor #ganeshhimalcharitytrek #everestbasecamp #annapurnabasecamp #kathmandu #trekking #visitnepal #earthboundexpeditions #welcomedasaguestfarewelledasfamily
Dinner time antics with Gokul and Dan! Brought to you by the @heartspace.expeditions Ganesh Himal Charity Trek ๐๐ณ๐ต #heartspaceexpeditions #livewithpurpose #hiking #nepal #explorenepal #senseofhumor #ganeshhimalcharitytrek #everestbasecamp #annapurnabasecamp #kathmandu #trekking #visitnepal #earthboundexpeditions #welcomedasaguestfarewelledasfamily
Dinner time antics with Gokul and Dan! Brought to you by the @heartspace.expeditions Ganesh Himal Charity Trek ๐๐ณ๐ต #heartspaceexpeditions #livewithpurpose #hiking #nepal #explorenepal #senseofhumor #ganeshhimalcharitytrek #everestbasecamp #annapurnabasecamp #kathmandu #trekking #visitnepal #earthboundexpeditions #welcomedasaguestfarewelledasfamily
Here is our incredible @heartspace.expeditions Ganesh Himal Charity Trek team!!! ๐ณ๐ตโค๏ธ Thank you for the memories, the laughs, the encouragement, and the support. What a beautiful group of humans! ๐๐ผ #heartspaceexpeditions #livewithpurpose #hiking #nepal #explorenepal #senseofhumor #ganeshhimalcharitytrek #everestbasecamp #annapurnabasecamp #kathmandu #trekking #visitnepal #earthboundexpeditions #welcomedasaguestfarewelledasfamily
Here is our incredible @heartspace.expeditions Ganesh Himal Charity Trek team!!! ๐ณ๐ตโค๏ธ Thank you for the memories, the laughs, the encouragement, and the support. What a beautiful group of humans! ๐๐ผ #heartspaceexpeditions #livewithpurpose #hiking #nepal #explorenepal #senseofhumor #ganeshhimalcharitytrek #everestbasecamp #annapurnabasecamp #kathmandu #trekking #visitnepal #earthboundexpeditions #welcomedasaguestfarewelledasfamily
Thank you @heartspace.expeditions for making this seasonโs Ganesh Himal Charity Trek one of the best! At our farewell ceremony this morning, we all joined together in a circle to thank our Heartspace Expeditions support crew and to share the good vibes all around until we meet again! ๐๐ผ๐ณ๐ตโค๏ธ #heartspaceexpeditions #livewithpurpose #hiking #nepal #explorenepal #ganeshhimalcharitytrek #kathmandu #trekking #visitnepal #earthboundexpedtions #activeheartsfoundation
Thank you @heartspace.expeditions for making this seasonโs Ganesh Himal Charity Trek one of the best! At our farewell ceremony this morning, we all joined together in a circle to thank our Heartspace Expeditions support crew and to share the good vibes all around until we meet again! ๐๐ผ๐ณ๐ตโค๏ธ #heartspaceexpeditions #livewithpurpose #hiking #nepal #explorenepal #ganeshhimalcharitytrek #kathmandu #trekking #visitnepal #earthboundexpedtions #activeheartsfoundation
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Watch the Active Hearts Foundation documentary
Beautifully filmed in 2019 by the amazing Jd and Jacob from Producinators
WATCH NOW
The 20min documentary shares our story from the very beginnings, through the 2015 Nepal Earthquakes and the vision for the future. Meet the Active Hearts Foundation team and spend time in the Himalayan villages and with Nepali people and children that call them home.
Hear it direct from Dan Keys
Namaste! Listen to the Active Hearts Foundation story from founder Dan Keys chatting with the amazing Sian from @SpinningYarnsWithSian: www.mixcloud.com/Radio_One_91fm_Dunedin/spinning-yarns-with-sian-episode-21/ย
Meet some of the legends behind the Active Hearts Foundation: Arjun, Mr. Funky, and Gokul! Whether trekking the Himalayas or spreading kindness, these three prove that a little laughter, a lot of love, and teamwork can make a difference. ๐ณ๐ต
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The Ganesh Himal Charity Trek is not just a journey through the breathtaking landscapes of Nepalโitโs a path toward inner peace, surrounded by natureโs most serene moments. ๐โบ๏ธ
Join us on this adventure, where every step supports local communities, and every moment brings you closer to the heart of Nepal. โค๏ธ #activeheartsfoundation #heartspaceexpeditions #livewithpurpose #nepal #explorenepal #ganeshhimalcharitytrek #kathmandu #visitnepal #welcomedasaguestfarewelledasfamily #tentlife ... See MoreSee Less
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Namaste we are very grateful to report all our families, friends and schools are fine after the recent earthquake in Tibet. Thank you all for your thoughts and concerns. Lets all send love and light to those affected at this time, especially the children ๐โค๏ธโค๏ธโค๏ธ ... See MoreSee Less
Another wonderful and educational visit to the Human Welfare Societyโs childrenโs home outside Kathmandu Valley. The Active Hearts Foundation is proud to work alongside such a great organisation, with such amazing kids ๐๐ผ ๐ธ: @rob.cruse #humanwelfaresociety #activeheartsfoundation #heartspaceexpeditions #livewithpurpose #nepal #explorenepal #kathmandu #childrensempowerment ... See MoreSee Less
As we soon make the transition from 2024 to 2025, we are filled with gratitude for the community, connections, and adventures that weโve experienced this year. Hereโs to new beginnings and the exciting opportunities ahead in the year to come! @heartspace.expeditions โจ #activeheartsfoundation #heartspaceexpeditions #livewithpurpose #hiking #nepal #explorenepal#ganeshhimalcharitytrek #everestbasecamp #annapurnabasecamp #kathmandu #trekking #visitnepal #earthboundexpeditions #himalaya ... See MoreSee Less
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We facilitate community wellbeing projects for children prioritising health and education. We also provide humanitarian aid and assistance to various orphanages and homeless shelters that specifically...Smiling faces, breathtaking landscapes, and making a difference! The Ganesh Himal Charity Trek blends epic outdoor adventures with charitable efforts that support rural communities throughout Nepal. Join us on this incredible journey! ๐ท: Rob Cruse #activeheartsfoundation #heartspaceexpeditions #livewithpurpose #hiking #nepal #explorenepal#ganeshhimalcharitytrek #everestbasecamp #annapurnabasecamp #kathmandu #trekking #visitnepal #earthboundexpeditions #himalaya ... See MoreSee Less
Sunrise meditation ๐๐ผ๐ณ๐ต#activeheartsfoundation #heartspaceexpeditions #livewithpurpose #hiking #nepal #explorenepal#ganeshhimalcharitytrek #everestbasecamp #annapurnabasecamp #kathmandu #trekking #visitnepal #earthboundexpeditions #himalaya #sunrise #meditation ... See MoreSee Less
Arjun takes a moment to reflect under the endless blue skies of Nepal after a big climb. Feeling thankful for the journey and the breathtaking views along the Heartspace Expeditions Ltd Ganesh Himal Charity Trek. #heartspaceexpeditions #livewithpurpose #hiking #nepal #explorenepal#ganeshhimalcharitytrek #everestbasecamp #annapurnabasecamp #kathmandu #trekking #visitnepal #earthboundexpeditions #himalaya ... See MoreSee Less