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Hiking News - June 2007
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Saturday, 30 June 2007
Last June 21 was National Nude Hiking Day, though when hiker Kevin Callahan checked the nearby Fairmount Park for signs of celebration, he found none.What he found instead was a new important ally when hiking the Wharton State Forest in the Pine Barrens: Bug spray.
An hour’s worth of hiking toward Beaver Pond with swarms of insects biting at even the skin between his fingers, he recalled the tales of the Lewis and Clarke expeditions, where it was said that the insects were so bad that people resorted to covering themselves in mud for sufficient protection. “I hiked out of the woods in complete darkness, except for the light of the half moon above, thinking about that sunset. I would've hiked it nude. With bug spray, of course,” he wrote.
For more information, read the full news story at www.courierpostonline.com.
Thursday, 28 June 2007
A hiker from Michigan fainted while hiking in Gates Pass last Sunday afternoon.While hiking with a friend, the woman began to feel nauseaus and weak. The victim's friend called 911 and asked for help. According to Northwest Fire Captain Adam Goldberg, 5 agencies began to search th e area and a helicopter eventually spotted the two.
The woman was sent to St. Mary's Hospital and although she was okay, she was badly dehydrated. There were volunteers from the Southern Arizona Rescue Association who hiked in the area. But because the area was rocky, the helicopter could not land in the area. Crews hiked in and found the woman.
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Wednesday, 27 June 2007
Leaving colourful Marrakech you drive to the mountains and, where the road ends, continue on foot. You’ll feel like you have entered another world - from the small foothill village of Aremd you’ll adjust to your new surroundings and enjoy some shorter warm up walks. The anticipation builds an
d the adventure really begins as you trek through the High Atlas, travelling from one small Berber village to another.Mount Toubkal Summit
Skirting the east side of Toubkal you enter the southern Atlas and traverse a desolate wilderness of huge boulders to reach the once glacial Lac D’Ifni. Then you’ll make a base at Neltner before tackling the final steep walk to the summit of Jebel Toubkal (4,167m). You will be exhilarated by your sense of achievement as you stand on top of the highest peak in North Africa!
Hiking in Imlil
Imlil is the ideal base for hiking or camping in the Atlas Mountains. If you are coming from Marrakech your first stop will be Asni. Asni is the end of the line for bus and taxis coming from Marrakesh. From here, you can take a pick-up or taxi. The 17 km trip from Asni to Imlil is startling in its natural beauty. As the road begins to climb, the beauty of the valley, river and small villages look more like paintings than reality. The air in Imlil is crisp and clear as the town stands at an altitude of 1740 meters. Although the town has no particular sights it has a relaxed and refreshing atmosphere. Paths and streams are plentiful in the area, if you need to stretch your legs after the trip.
Excursions in South Marrakech
the Imlil about the same height as the Alps and Rockies, are excellent for hiking in the summer and skiing in the winter Just south of Marrakech, the foothills of the Atlas are a patchwork of emerald green terraced fields, rising to rugged barren peaks sliced through by dramatic valleys and escarpments, and eventually opening out onto the awesome landscapes of the pre-Sahara.
In the High Atlas less than ninety minutes away from Marrakech, there are lush garden terraces and little rivers contrasting with the harsh rocky wilderness, and it is here that one finds the Toubkal National Park with the highest mountain in North Africa, Jebel Toubkal (4167m). The local Berbers are reserved but friendly, and hiking from Imlil will reveal a variety of wildlife including several species of butterfly, squirrels, vultures, larks, and golden eagles as well as large herds of Barbary sheep and goats.
Trek Morocco
The High Atlas Mountains run SW through Morocco. They are remote, barren and absolutely stunning. Our challenge is to climb Mt Toubkal (4167m), the highest mountain in North Africa.
The route is tough in places with steep rocky climbs and our challenge is made tougher due to the effects of being at altitude; however the reward of magnificent views from the summit and our sense of achievement more than compensates!
The route also takes us through colourful Berber villages. The villagers farm in the river valleys and herd their goats and sheep in the mountains. We also have time to explore the ancient and bustling city of Marrakech, with its labyrinthine streets boasting some of the most intriguing souks in Morocco.
Climb Mt Toubkal
Although it is possible to contact Mountain Guides once you get to Marrakech, all the best ones are booked up well in advance, especially during the spring high season. English-speaking guides are rare. Luckily, one of the best guides, Mohamed Callon, speaks English, as well as French and Berber (tel: 00-212-24-484456 or mobile: 00-212-70-410376). Mount Toubkal (4100m) is best climbed during a week's trekking trip to adjust to the height and to get the best out of the environment. However, a straight "up and down" trip from Imlil can be achieved in two or three days. The guide will arrange all food and accommodation, as well as porter age of your baggage by mule. There are many gires available to sample the local dwellings, but they are all of a very basic standard. For an early May trip, crampons may be required, but not by the end of May. One extra point: in Morocco there is a standard handling charge of 70p for each travellers cheque exchanged, regardless of denomination. It is best to use either high denomination travellers cheques or to use cash (the Euro is recommended). The exchange rate is controlled, so you will find the rate is the same in hotels or banks.
Wednesday, 27 June 2007
With warmer weather settling in and the children out of school, finding activities that the entire family would enjoy can be a real burden on parents. The summer months are the perfect time to plan and take a family vacation -- creating precious, life-long memories along the way. Taking a tri
p to the beach house, spending a few days at a popular theme park, or visiting an out-of-town relative are all popular choices for the annual family getaway. AP9 Todays Escapes, a premier travel and entertainment savings program offered by Adaptive Marketing LLC, offers up another choice -- hiking.Choose from these 5 destinations:
- Breakneck Ridge Trail, Beacon, NY (9.6 miles)
- Appalachian Trail: The Pinnacle, Hamburg, PA (8.7 miles)
- Glacier Gorge, Estes Park, CO (9.6 miles)
- Canyon of the Eagles, Burnet, TX (14 miles)
- Mount Whitney, Lone Pine, CA (22 miles)
Monday, 25 June 2007
Ridges and Rivers Route (RRR), a seven-trail route meandering from Abingdon to Pulaski, is the newest way to explore the 120,000-acre Mount Rogers National Recreation Area. Spanning about 134.5 miles, RRR follows seven trails namely the Virginia Creeper, Iron Mountain, Beech Gro ve, Virginia Highlands Horse, Hickory Ridge, Mike's Gap, and New River trails.
Hikers, bicyclists, and horse back riders can follow the route, which ranges from single-track trail to well-maintained roads. RRR is located away from sources of potable water and from communication and rescue services.
For more information, read the full news story at www.myrtlebeachonline.com.
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