Leave No Trace in the Indian Himalayas: Preserving Paradise
Welcome back to Ascent Descent Adventures, your go-to source for all things mountain-related. Today, we delve into a topic of utmost importance for every adventurer and nature lover: climbing ethics, with a specific focus on Leave No Trace principles in the mountains. As responsible climbers and trekkers, it’s our duty to protect the pristine beauty …
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El Nino Explained: Future Challenges for the Himalayas & Beyond
The Indian Himalayas, with their unique geography and diverse ecosystems, have long been subjected to the influences of El Nino events, and climate change. This research piece aims to provide a comprehensive historical analysis of the interactions between these phenomena and their impacts on the region. By examining dated references and factual history, we explore …
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Himalaya is Under Threat
The Indian Himalayas are one of the most beautiful and diverse areas on earth, with a naturally rich and fascinating history. Yet, tourism has a wide range of detrimental effects on the local environment, human health, and livelihoods. It’s not that we’re using harsh words like “Himalaya is under threat,” but it’s the truth. Hotspot for …
Endangered Species – Himalaya
Mountaineering in the Himalayan Hotspot is incredibly challenging. The scenery is both secluded and breathtakingly gorgeous. The unique flora and fauna, which includes over 400 species of snakes, lizards, and turtles; 300 species of birds, including the critically endangered Blue-throated Barbet (Psilopogon Asiaticus), found in the Himalayan foothills and Southeast Asia. It lives in a …
Endemic Flora of the Himalaya Hotspot
Despite the harsh conditions, there are records of vascular plants occurring at some of the highest elevations on Earth. This zone of permanent ice and rock begins at about 5,500-6,000 meters. Of the estimated 10,000 species of plants in the Himalaya Hotspot, about 3,160 are Endemic (Endangered species found in a particular region), as are 71 Genera (A biological …
A Guide to Adventure Travel & Climate Change
Introduction: Understanding the Adventure Travel Industry and Climate Change: The adventure industry is a global, multi-billion dollar industry that has been steadily growing in the past few decades. The rapid growth of this industry, however, does not mean that it is immune to the effects of climate change. Climate change poses a significant threat to …
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