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 [...]
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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 [...]
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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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Korea is one of the most colorful country I’ve ever been and perhaps one of the country that has great respect of their Mountains. Mountain climbing in Korea is a lot different from mountain climbing here in the Philippines. I was fortunate to be able to visit and live in Korea for around a year. [...]
Tagged in: Backpack, climbing, hilarious climbing, Korea, Mount Bomunsan, mountain, Mountain Climbing, mountain park, mountain peak, mountainclimbing, Mountaineering, outdoor, outdoor fun, peak, Philippines, South Korea
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