Tag: snow
How to survive a deadly Avalanche
The internet is littered with frightening images and video footage of mountaineers and hikers getting literally buried under tons and tons of falling snow. An…
Advice for first time winter rock climbers
While the cold bites and you are wearing thermals at home, a bit of mid-winter rock climbing can be quite exhilarating. If you intend to…
Going Skiing on Whistler? Here’s what you need to know
The Whistler Blackcomb Ski Resort has to be one of the most impressive and immense places in the entire world where you can ski. And…
These old wives tales could kill you – know the facts
All sorts of situations can bring to mind ancient folk remedies and old wives tales that have been passed down through the ages. These sometimes…
Hiking Mt. Kilimanjaro: Do’s and Don’ts
The Roof of Africa, Mt. Kilimanjaro is one of the most popular climbing destinations in the world. In fact, people travel from every corner of…
Tips on how to survive in extreme cold and snow
One of the most important things in survival is to know your limitations and be aware that sometimes it’s not what you want to do,…
Avalanche wisdom
Avalanches are terrifying and for good reason. No matter how much we know about them, they are always a serious threat in the areas where…
Winter is coming – tips on how to walk on snow or ice
Winter is about to start, and for many it heralds the coming holidays, the snowfall, and the beauty that winter can bring. For others, there…
Three points for an avalanche with a human in the middle
If you are planning a hike in the snow, you must remember there is always a possibility of avalanches occurring. Their power should never be…
Tips from the lumberjacks for keeping your feet warm in cold winter weather
Keeping your feet warm in the winter is something that can be hard to achieve for a lot of people. As such, many people will…