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 [...]
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 [...]
We once had our meeting at Indeokwon a place near Indeogwon. We had so limited time since our meeting falls on weekend and there’s so much to do. So on Saturday Night we budgeted our time to be able to visit other places and hangs around with friends. We went to a lot of places [...]
Tagged in: Anyang Central Park, Anyang City, badminton courts, croquet lawn, Dancing Fountain, Fountain, Indeogwon, Indeokwon, Korea, mini motorcycle, Outdoor Theater, Pyeongchon Jungang Park, remote control car, Skater, X-game court
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Tracing lineage is a real nice trait that I believe Filipinos still upholds. In fact we are known for our close Family ties. One abode may consist of two or three households. Our grandparents are housed in our respective dwellings and we recognize relatives even down to the 3rd or 6th degree cousins. The Philippines [...]
Tagged in: ancestry, astrology, Chinese Astrology, Close Family Ties, Daejeon, Daejeon city, Educational park, Family park, Filipino, Filipino family names, Genuine Family names, Jeongja, Korea, Korean Family names, natural park, Philippines, Ppuri Bridge, Ppuri Park, Sculpture, Sports Park, Zodiacal animals
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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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Scrolling through the calendar I found out that it is of the same date 3 years ago that I was able to visit a place which showcases South Korea’s heritage. It was a great opportunity for me to be able to visit this place and once again learn of Korea’s treasured history as well as [...]
Tagged in: farmer music, farmer's dance, Folk Village, Heritage, Historical Theme Park, Jeseon Dynasty, Korea, Korea's Heritage, Korean, Korean Architecture, Korean Culture, Korean Folk Village, Korean History, Korean Spirit, Korean Tradition, Korean Village, Reminiscing Korea, Theme Park, traditional games, Treasured History, Yongin City
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Beaches are one of the most visited places. It’s a good place to unwind from the pressures. Beaches are one best place to stay away from the hustles and bustle of city life. I was checking on my sister’s Friendster account today to find updates about her life in Pennsylvania (PA) when I run into [...]
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Perhaps the Philippines have a lot more to show and have a lot more to discover from its natural resources. I may say that I’d been all over the country and pretty much had been into several destination points. I’d been into a lot of beautiful spots here in the Philippines most of them are [...]
Tagged in: a hidden treasure, Barangay Borboanan, Bislig City, Bislig reservoir lake. Paradise, Booming City by the Bay, destination point, Mindanao, Must Visit, Niagara falls of the Philippines, Outdoor Activities, Philippines, Places, Surigao del Sur, Three level falls, Tinuy-an Falls, Tourist Spot, Travel, Waterfalls with a sprinkle of rainbow, Weekend Getaways
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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. [...]
Tagged in: Backpacking, Caving, caving guidelines, caving. Agusan Del Sur, crawlways, deep canyons, Exotic formations, exploration, Mountaineering, Outdoor Activities, pits, Rock formations, Spelunking, Stalactites, Stalagmites, Weekend Getaways
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