How To Get A Good Night’s Sleep In The Outdoors
Probably the most important items in your backpack are what make up your sleep system, also known as ‘’the big 3’’. They are the 3 heaviest, most expensive, and vital items in your backpack when heading on trekking trips. These include your sleeping pad, sleeping bag, and your tent, I’m going to try to help […]
Scaling More Than Summits: Valuable Life Skills Learned Through Mountaineering
Mountaineering is more than just a thrilling activity. It offers a valuable learning opportunity that extends beyond the mountain peaks, trails, glaciers, and forests. The objective of ascending a mountain is not solely to reach the summit, despite it being a driving force, or even the sole one. Rather, the real value lies in the […]
The Diamox Dilemma: Perspectives From The Professionals
The debate around Diamox dominates the Kilimanjaro and Everest Base Camp blogs with the two sides fairly dug in. Like most online debates, the rationality of the middle ground is swept aside in the battle between the “all for it” or “all against it” tribes. What’s interesting though, is that among a large consensus of […]
How To Choose Waterproof Layers
Chances are that we’re going to experience at least some rain during our adventure together. With the right waterproof layers, it can actually be an enjoyable experience that adds an exciting element to the trip. The following article explains the different types of waterproof layers. Please refer to your trip guidebook for the appropriate layers […]
How To Choose Your Warm Layers
This article explores the different options and considerations when choosing your layers for extra warmth. Please refer to the gear list of your specific trip when it comes to quantities or trip-specific recommendations. Balaclava A balaclava is a face covering usually made of synthetic materials that is used to cover up in extreme weather conditions. […]
