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The most elaborate “background” articles are categorized in the “Academy”. Information about food, training, exercise, weather phenomena and other things.
Why do you sunburn easier at high altitudes?
The sun shines much stronger in the mountains – causing sunburn more easily than at lower altitudes. Why? And what can we do against it?
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Wind in the mountains: the types & their occurence
Winds in the mountains can be very strong. But what is the driving force for the winds and what is causing the difference during the day?
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How are glacier formed and how do they grow?
Glaciers occur on all continents, as far as New Zealand and New Guinea are included in the continent of Oceania. The formation and growth of a glacier takes (quite literally) […]
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Mountain weather: things to consider
The weather in the mountains can be very treacherous. Circumstances change very quickly: one moment it seems sweltering hot, but as soon as clouds appear in front of the sun […]
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Altitude acclimatization: what’s best?
What is the best way to adapt your body to increasing altitudes, without getting sick from altitude sickness?
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Hypothermia
Hypothermia is a potential safety risk, which should be taken serious. Recognizing the symptoms, providing first treatment and most importantly preventing hypothermia is essential.
Lees meerTrekking poles: use or useless?
I can vividly remember the days in which I was die-hard against the use of trekking poles. I am not old. I wasn’t at the time, and still I am […]
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Training for a hike: what to train?
Most people don’t do hikes on a regular basis – although once a year could count as “regular interval”. But usually, it’s a part of leisure time, a way of […]
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Planning a route: things to consider
Currently, I am planning a trip to the French Alps for later this year (2022). I love planning, and I believe in thorough preparation. However, I don’t plan every detail. […]
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