Breaking Strength in Equipment – The Backbone of Climbing
Mountain climbing, a thrilling pursuit that combines adventure, physical prowess, and mental resilience, requires climbers to rely heavily on their gear. From ropes and carabiners to harnesses and helmets, each piece of equipment plays a crucial role in ensuring safety and success amidst the awe-inspiring challenges that towering peaks present. At the heart of this …
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Mountaineering Risk Management: In the Shadow of Danger
A Thrilling Journey through Mountaineering Risk Management. Embarking on a mountaineering expedition is like diving headfirst into an exhilarating adventure, where you challenge yourself against nature’s most formidable peaks. But amidst the breathtaking beauty and heart-pounding excitement, there’s a critical aspect that separates the triumphant from the reckless: risk management. In this article, we’ll take …
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Ascent Descent Adventures Joins Forces with Global Rescue
Ascent Descent Adventures India Partners with Global Rescue USA to Ensure Safe Himalayan Exploration Ascent Descent Adventures India has formed a partnership with Global Rescue USA, an esteemed provider of medical, security, and evacuation services, to assure the safety and well-being of adventure seekers. This association aims to bring a piece of mind to anyone …
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Peak Performance: A Guide to Physical Fitness for Mountains
Introduction: Preparing for a mountain climbing expedition requires meticulous physical fitness training. Whether you are a novice climber embarking on your first ascent or an experienced mountaineer aiming to conquer new heights, developing adequate physical conditioning is vital for a safe and successful expedition. This detailed guide provides comprehensive insights, practical recommendations, and a suggested …
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Helen Menhinick – Mountain Leader
Helen Menhinick is a Mountain Leader based in the Cambrian Mountains of Wales in the United Kingdom. Helen’s Journey: UIAA & REC Organization: Helen’s journey into the outdoor sector began as recently ago as April 2020 when she began her Hill and Moorland Leader Award with Bigfoot Services Limited in the Brecon Beacons National Park …
Risk to Resilience: Why the OSSM Course is a Game-Changer for Adventure Professionals
The Off-Site Safety Management (OSSM) course offered by the Royal Geographical Society (RGS) provides numerous benefits for outdoor adventure companies and mountain guides/leaders/outdoor enthusiasts. Here are some reasons why this course is essential for individuals in these fields: Comprehensive Safety Training – Safety First: The OSSM course is designed to equip participants with comprehensive safety …
RGS Off Site Safety Management Course (OSSM)
- Duration: 2 Days
- Experience: No prior experience is necessary
- Age: Minimum age is 16 years, and there is no upper limit
- Max: 12 People per course
- Location: Manali HP
- Dates: 3rd – 4th April 2024
Cost Per Person
- Course Fee: 54,000 INR / USD$ 657 / UK£ 510
Understanding Adventure Sports Accidents India
Since 2010, Ascent Descent Adventures has been associated with mountain adventure and safety. Accidents may happen to anybody, and anything can go wrong in the mountains. Therefore, to understand adventure Sports Accidents in India and what goes wrong when engaging in adventure activities. We researched adventure accidents that occurred in the previous five years (2018-2022). …
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What is Wilderness Therapy?
Wilderness therapy / Eco-therapy is most often known as “adventure-based therapy.” Wilderness therapy is a type of psychotherapy that uses the natural world to help people heal. It’s a way to be physically active, which can enhance freedom, emotional wellbeing, and bodily well-being. It is based on the Kurt Hahn-founded Outward Bound Process Model, which …
Mountaineering Safety
Mountaineering is becoming increasingly popular across the world, and it is taking on quickly in India, as with other adventure sports. Climbing a mountain to the top may be a gratifying experience. Mountain peaks frequently provide expansive views and notably lonely surroundings, in addition to the exhilaration of climbing themselves. When seeking adventure at high …