An eight-year-old mountaineer from Cumbria said he felt “so proud” after completing an “emotional” expedition up the highest peak in north Africa with his mother. Frankie and Basia McMillan (Basia McMillan/PA)However, Frankie became ill just before they were to climb Toubkal and was forced to return to the nearby village, where he rested and recuperated. Ms McMillan explained: “After dinner, we packed our bags to go up Toubkal the next day in the morning, and Frankie was sick. Ms McMillan said: “Frankie was very emotional actually. On what they learned from the experience, Ms McMillan said: “Just be patient and persevere, because the time will come.

Source: The North Africa Journal November 08, 2024 08:08 UTC