Useful Tips to have Safe and Enjoyable Mountain Climbing

For people who consider taking up mountain climbing, it is not enough to have just gear and guide book. Apart from that you have to be physically prepared to climb the distance as there are no quick exits from the climbing mountain. If you are planning to climb on a peak, you have to spend your time and energy to make your physical systems ready to face the demands in climbing.
 
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The rich nature and the dynamic landscapes attract people and make climbing exciting. There are also steep slopes and frequently varying weather conditions can cause adverse situations. Understand the characteristics of the mountain you climb equip yourself with proper gear and plan a flexible course.



Choose the appropriate mountain and plan a flexible schedule:  It is essential to opt for right course depending upon your skill, ability and experience. Do not push too much beyond your capacity. Start with low level mountains and then plan for higher ones. You can choose to climb what you can but not what you want.  When you are planning your trip do not depend on your past experience and plan considering you current health, strength and balancing capability.  It is good to leave a copy of your itinerary with your family, police station or information centre at the climbing entrance of your trail.
 
Let a local mountain guide accompanies you:  A leader is very much essential for a climbing party who can fulfill the leader‘s responsibilities and carry out the roles perfectly.  You can be accompanied by a mountain climbing guide having good knowledge of the mountain you climb with the necessary skills of leadership and judgment to keep you safe.  It is ultimately essential to cooperate with the guide for safe and successful climbing.
 
Be equipped with appropriate gear: Accidents may happen while climbing mostly because of lack of necessary equipments. Consult with experienced climbers or equipments store clerks and purchase the appropriate equipment for the mountain to climb. Above all, wear helmet while climbing as one out of four accidents in climbing are happening because of slipping and falling.

Be alert with the weather before climbing: Weather changes very frequently in mountains and if you misjudge the weather it may lead to accidents. Early judgment of weather is critical. So be alert with the weather changes and avoid climbing during bad weather.



Follow Good manners to prevent accidents:  Start Early and Arrive early, it is good to give right of the way for the ascending mountain climbers.  It is good to arrive at the lodge before sun sets. And if you climb in the dark you may get lost and meet an accident. Good climbing manners are sure to prevent any accidents.

Insure for accident to be on safer side: Searching and rescuing are very expensive activities that can burden your family in terms of emotional stress and finance.  As accidents may happen at any time to anybody, it is highly recommended to get insured.

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