Mission of the Prishtina Alpine Club

The activities of KAP are:

Recreational Walking (Hiking)

This sector is the most popular sector and has the most members and participants in such actions. Conditionally, this is also our widest offer and to which all lovers of nature and healthy life can join. The reason for this lies in the fact that this type of activity offers a lot and is not dangerous.

The hikes and climbs that take place in our organization, provide very attractive views of Kosovo and the region, but also enable the physical and mental fitness of the body, without compromising; hence the possibility of gradual preparation of walkers.

Another advantage of this sector is its recreational nature, where all ages and genders can participate, without exception.

Trekking

Multi-day hikes (two or more days) are more complex, but they are well-liked for the fact that within a few days, many places are crossed and there is the element of adventure. Camping is also an integral part of the Multi-Day Walk. There is no frequent organization in this sector, but when organized, there is always a lot of interest.

Mountaineering

We have divided hiking as a separate sector, as it is also developing in the world and in the region. We call it Mountains because it is clearly distinguished from Recreational and Multi-Day Walking, which can also take place in picturesque villages, resort towns, etc. Mountain climbing only takes place on high mountains, at high altitudes, and as such implies combined climbing and hiking. There are no marked paths and it requires better preparation by the participants. Our guides have enjoyable experience in this discipline as well, so it is one of the activities where there is always a lot of interest.

Education - Orientation and Observers

The training and orientation sector is operational, both indoors and outdoors. We have equipment and personnel licensed to conduct training of these categories. Orientation is in its infancy, but our members are gradually advancing in the areas of Cartography, Compass, GPS and other orientation equipment. Whereas, for small observers, special programs are being created with which we will be able to hold one or more daily recreational trainings in order to get acquainted with nature.

Mountaineering (rock climbing)

The Mountaineering Sector is a special sector and is reserved for members who only train with us. Hikers are fewer in number because the field requires more physical and mental commitment. Among other things, it is a sport that requires equipment and time, yet it is very attractive, fun and interesting for all members. With KAP, anyone can try this sport, under safety conditions, and under the care of our hikers. With a little bit of technical preparation, we can even get into the caves, but also try a little adrenaline rush. In general, little of mountaineering can be tried by any member of the KAP.

Defining and Marking Paths

This sector is very important for our organizations. Definitioners and Markers have a developed sense of searching for and defining attractive and safe paths. They create trails of a European character, according to UIAA standards, and as such provide the Organizing Team with hiking and mountaineering groups.

They also keep records, mark and maintain these paths.

Alpine Search and Rescue Sector (Expected to Be Formed)

This sector is expected to be formed soon; and is about searching and rescuing high mountain, rock, buildings, bridges, caves, and in exceptional climatic conditions. We have well-trained climbers physically and technically able to form the appropriate team. This is a requirement of the UIAA, of which we are also part.

START EXPEDITION PREPARATIONS - MOUNT EVEREST 2017

Dear Friends of Alpine Club Prishtina,

Based on the Plan Adopted by the K.A.P. Board, we would like to inform you that the organizational, technical and psycho-physical preparations for the Mount Everest Conquest Expedition have officially begun, which will take place at the beginning of 2017.

The expedition is organized by the Prishtina Alpine Club and consists of four hikers, members of the K.A.P., who have begun preparations, including future alpine climbs within 2016, which are included within the training program.

The expedition will be dedicated to Mother Teresa and the new state of Kosovo, for which she received strong support from the President of Kosovo, Atifete Jahjaga, other institutions of the country, as well as important subjects of the Albanian Diaspora.
Officially, the Alpine Club Prishtina has received the Flag of Kosovo for the Everest Expedition, by the President of Kosovo, Atifete Jahjaga, whereby the President has pledged to officially support the Expedition, at all levels, until the final realization of the expedition. thereof; which will be technically finalized at other meetings.

Also, K.A.P. thanks also to the mountaineering legends of the Albanian state; Alexander Bojaxhiu and Gjergj Bojaxhiu (Everest Conqueror), for fraternal support in the preparation of the Expedition, especially in organizational matters and training program.

Pristina Mountaineering Club, Expedition Climbers Wish You Good Preparation, Promises Unscrupulous Support, and Guarantees Successful Expedition, in all its stages, in preparation, conquest..and above all, returning home, healthy and good.

At the same time, this Announcement is both an invitation and an encouragement to all lovers and supporters of K.A.P. in the coming months to support in every way the Everest Conquest Expedition 2017, the Expedition dedicated to the Mother of Albanians, the Mother who represented our human values worldwide.

During the following months, K.A.P. will continue to publish additional data for the Expedition.

Nazmi Hasanramaj
President of the Prishtina Alpine Club