Tag Archives: Terminology

The 7 principles of leave no trace

The 7 Principles Of Leave No Trace

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As we begin slowly venturing out, it’s important to remember the seven principles of Leave No Trace. Read them, remember them, follow them and help protect our lands and wildlife. 

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Signs of High-Altitude Sickness, Treatment and Prevention

Signs of High-Altitude Sickness, Treatment and Prevention

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Here’s a list of the most common high altitude sicknesses, their treatment and prevention: Acute Mountain Sickness (AMS), High Altitude Cerebral Edema (HACE), High Altitude Pulmonary Edema (HAPE), Hypoxia, Hypothermia and Snow Blindness.

Being aware of high altitude sicknesses and expedition illnesses can mean the difference between life and death on the mountain.

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Tying an Auto-Locking Munter Hitch — Northeast Alpine Start

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This article was shared from Northeast Alpine Start a mountaineering tip/tutorial and product review publication.

Continuing my almost weekly Tuesday (not always Tuesday) Tech Tip series this week I’m sharing how to build the Auto-Locking Munter (ALM) hitch. In last weeks post I shared how to tie a Munter Hitch (MH) directly onto a carabiner, a skill useful for any climber. This skill is a little more specialized and its…

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One Man HAPO Chamber to treat high altitude sickness mountaineering

Short Definitions for High-Altitude Sicknesses

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No one is born a mountaineering expert, not even those who are born to be mountaineers. Because of this, there are many enthusiasts who run into medical terms they either don’t understand or have never heard of altogether. Here’s a rundown of some common high-altitude sicknesses and what to do if you come across them. Consider this High-Altitude Sickness Lesson 101.

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