The amount of food to be carried on an expedition is determined by the length of stay in the wild plus extra rations in case of emergencies. The type and amount of food to be used and brought can be determined by the following guidelines. Meals should be able to provide and replenish the energy [...]
An essential part of climbing is determining the approximate cost of transportation, meals and other expenses. Each member usually pays for his transportation fare. A certain individual may be assigned to prepare a certain meal during the climb. The cost of all the meals taken during the climb is summed up and payments are settled [...]
An essential part of the climbing experience is the climb’s assessment. This where the participants of the climb give their impressions and personal feedback on the climb. The team should meet within five (5) days after the climb to review the strong and weak points of the climb. All participants of the climb are required [...]
The success of a climbing preparation depends largely upon the amount of planning given to the exercise. The different components that make up a backapcking or climbing trip are discussed during the pre-climbing meeting. The organizers of the climb should serve notice to the members atleast one week before the climb. Announcement should include the [...]
No backpacker – beginner or expert – can ignore physical fitness in preparing for a climb. A certain level of fitness is required for a pleasant and safe climb. In order to enjoy the scenery and the company of fellow backpackers, one must be fit enough to keep up with them. The lack of preparation [...]
A. Training Climbs – The primary purpose of this climb is to provide novice climbers a progressive training climb program, which gradually prepares them for major ascents and to meet training requirement of the club, if any. B. Minor Climbs – Minor climbs are also known as fun climbs. These climbs are conductedfor their recreational [...]
The Pre-climb Meet 1. The Objective of the Climb should be identified before hand since this will determine the nature, requirements and Itinerary of the climb. Requirements for one type of climb may be radically different from that another climb; therefore preparations for the climb should be viewed in light of the climb objectives. 2. [...]
On one my previous post I talk about my first mountain climbing in Korea which actually turned out kinda humiliating yet hilarious one. That climb was actually pertaining to my climb to one of Korea’s sacred mountain. It’s Mount Gyeryong-san. This mountain park is a must see site for travelers and foreigners. As a sort [...]
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Today while waiting for a visitor I frantically rush to set the receiving area of the house when I accidentally run across photos of the rock formation that my wife took inside a cave. The pictures were great and I can’t help but admire the grand rock formation. The stalactites and stalagmites just look awesome. [...]
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