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Mountain and Rock Climbing
The history of mountaineering and rock climbing from the first explorations of the Alps to the conquest of Everest, including the siege tactics used on the Big Faces and the Big Rock and Ice Climbs of America's National Parks. The successes, failures and tragedies of this dangerous but exciting sport/pursuit.
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How many calories are burnt climbing mount snowdon?
about 6000 i think i cant actually remember of by heart
Why is Mount K2 harder to climb than Mount Everest?
k2 is much harder than Everest because of limited routes, steeper ascent, limited camps, harder summit push.
1, The Weather, on Everest the weather follows a set pattern dictated by the arrival of the monsoon. On K2, in northern Pakistan the monsoon barely penetrates and conditions are largely unpredictable. The sudden storms are caused in part because the peak is so much higher than the mountains around it, it juts up into the upper layers of the atmosphere and like a rock in a river can create eddies in the jet stream, with good weather on one side of the mountain, and life-threatening conditions on the other.
2, Technical Difficulty. K2 is a far harder technical climb then Everest
3, High Altitude Porters. As K2 is so remote few, if any high altitude porters are used. Leaving the climbers to do all the work.
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The above answers are both correct. K2 is considered by many experienced mountaineers to be a more difficult climb than Everest for several reasons. The weather is a big factor, as described. Also, there are no tourist buses to the base camp of K2, so getting there itself is more difficult. It's at least a 1-week hike carrying all your provisions, from the nearest road. K2 also presents a more varied climb - rock, ice, and snow all present themselves to the climber. The average slope of K2 is also steeper - 45 degrees, as opposed to Everest's 23 degrees.
Everest is a big, huge, tall hunk of rock and snow - but, given the right conditions, even a paraplegic or a blind person can climb it by holding on to the ropes and pulling him- or herself up. This is currently not possible on K2.
What is the most important organ in sport e.g rock climbing?
Your Heart. It is the most obvious organ. It pumps blood to the rest of your body allowing it to function. Someone with a weak heart would not be able to participate in activities such as rock climbing because of the risk of heart attack.
Why is Mt. Everest still growing?
Mt. Everest, like every mountain, is a mass of earth and rock that is being forced upward by the configuration of land and tectonic plates on the Earth's crust. Since the earth and rock that Mt. Everest consists of is still being slowly forced upward by pressure from surrounding tectonic plates, the mountain continues to grow.
Also scientists believe that India was once an island but because of continental drift the plate pushed India against Asia which formed hills at first. Over millions of years the two plates kept colliding and pushing against each other forcing the two plates to make mountains. It keeps growing because India keeps moving toward Asia pushing the mt. Everest upwards.
Climbing a building with no ropes?
A fairly recent trend, unprotected building climbing, or 'Urban Free Solo' as it has come to be known in the climbing community, is more or less universally illegal, considered a form of trespass. The most promonant name in the field is probably the French climber, Alain Robert, who has climbed famous structures around the world, and has been arrested for it several times.
Often, the style of climbing involved in this field is not incredibly technical, but makes up for this by requiring a great deal of stamina, and of course, the confidence and courage to attempt such climbs without protection.
What to bring to pine cove camp?
It would helpful to know what grade level but here goes. I went to pine cove last year( ranch ) and am going back this year ( timbers ). There should be a packing list on the website. You should bring about 6 sets of clothes LOTS of socks bug spray. It is nice to have a care package with beef jerky in it from a parent or friend. Swim shorts. THEME NIGHTS be sure to bring something for most nights it is just not as fun if you don't And yes most people DO dress up. Also make sure to bring a nicer set of clothes for the last night. Most girls bring dresses. Most guys bring a polo or button up shirt with jeans. I made the mistake of only bringing T-shirts. Here is a simple hygiene list: deoderent shampoo body wash tooth paste tooth brush. Make sure to bring a couple towels maybe more but not to big. sandals are nice for flush and brush but closed toe shoes are required at all other times! If you have any medication be sure to take it to the nurse. Bring a couple pairs of jeans or more if you got them. A couple pairs of shorts. PILLOW AND SHEETS lol don't forget them! obviously underwear. Sorry this is such a poor and unorganized list. I hope it helps. HAPPY CAMPING PINE COVE IS A BLAST!!!!
Who was the helicopter pilot who rescued Dallas Dr. Beck Weathers from Mt. Everest on 1996?
Some guy who likes flying helicopters
Jill is climbing where does she need high friction?
On her feet and hands. That is why they build climbing shoes from sticky rubber. Her belay partner will need friction in their belay device (ATC OR GRI GRI, etc)
Who was the first quebecer who conquered mount Everest?
On the 5th October 1982 Laurie Skreslet became the first Canadian to reach the summit of Everest.
How much should a 2005 kona stuff sell for?
I'm not fully sure myself...but i just bought one with some Specialized upgrades for $372 off craigslist
A climbing device is a tool that allows a person ease of climbing a rock face and safety as they climb. This can be a device such as a harness which secures the user to the rope as a safety precaution.
When did Tenving reach mount eveests summit?
Edmund Hillary and Tenzing Norgay were the first to reach the summit of Mount Everest, they did so on the 29th May 1953 at 11.30 in the morning.
Quickdraw. If the sling between the clips is longer, then it might also go by 'runner'
Are there any Irish people who climbed Mount Everest?
The first Irishman to reach the summit of Mount Everest was Dawson Stelfox, he did so on the 7th October 1993. There are other Irishmen and woman to have stood on the summit of Everest but not very many.
Has anyone died climbing up Mount Toubkal?
Trekking & walking holidays with a group of very experienced mountain guides based in the high atlas mountains in Morocco. Hiking trips in Morocco. climbing mount toubkal.
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What does boot-axe belay mean?
A boot axe belay is a method of securing a climbing partner when traveling on terrain that requires you to use a rope. Basically, one climber wraps the rope around his ice-axe and boot in a specific manner to put friction on a rope and keep his partner from falling.
Feral mice: No. Not if you're in it, & even when you're not, it's unlikely to happen.
Pet/Domestic mice: Depends how tame it is & how much it craves human attention to seek you out.
Do people who hike mt Everest shower up there?
yes, there are hot shower facilities on the summit. make sure to bring enough coins to operate them.
What are some physical features of Mount Everest?
Some physical features of Mount Everest are the Bramaputra River and Ganges River
Why do expert Mountain Climbers complain about people using bottled oxygen?
Some people believe using bottled oxygen while climbing Mount Everest or any other high mountain is cheating.
What is a rock-over in rock climbing?
A rock over is when someone can not reach a hold so they put there foot high and put all there weight on there high foot and put of it to get to another hold
