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You haven’t lived until you’ve seen the sun from the top of a mountain! The feeling of accomplishment you get once you reach the summit is incredible. If you’re brand new to mountain climbing, no problem. It’s a lot easier to get into than you may think. With the right gear and approach, you’ll be making your way up a mountainside in no time. To help you do it, we’ve put together a handy list you can use to make it all the way to the top.
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QuestionAre there any other medicines I should avoid taking if I am planning a high altitude climb?Dr. Litza is a Board Certified Family Medicine Physician based in Racine, Wisconsin. With over 25 years of educational and professional experience, she has extensive experience providing full-spectrum Family Medicine, including obstetrics, newborn care, and hospital medicine. She is currently the Residency Program Director for Family Medicine at Ascension. Dr. Litza received her MD from the University of Wisconsin-Madison School of Medicine and Public Health and has completed additional fellowship training in Integrative Medicine through the University of Arizona.Any medicine or over-the-counter products that might make you drowsy should be avoided. This includes sedatives, sleep aids, and narcotic-type pain meds.
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QuestionHow can I be adventurous?Community AnswerGo camping with NO technology. Do all sorts of things like climbing, hiking, sailing, etc. It's just about finding what you love.
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QuestionAre there official authentications for having summited a peak?Community AnswerYes, many national parks and governments give certificates for summiting certain peaks.
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Tips
- Take it slow as you’re getting into mountain climbing! There are so many great peaks and summits you can enjoy as you work your way up to more and more challenging ones.Thanks
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Warnings
- If you’re climbing in frozen conditions, make sure you have the proper thermal gear to keep yourself warm.Thanks
- Don’t go climbing by yourself if you’re new to it. Try to go with more experienced climbers to do it safely.Thanks
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References
- ↑ https://www.outdoorproject.com/articles/5-steps-getting-mountaineering
- ↑ https://www.outdoorproject.com/articles/5-steps-getting-mountaineering
- ↑ https://www.self.com/story/how-to-hike-14000-foot-mountain-no-experience
- ↑ https://www.alpineinstitute.com/articles/physical-conditioning-for-mountaineering-expeditions/
- ↑ https://climbtallpeaks.com/what-equipment-do-you-need-to-climb-a-mountain/
- ↑ https://mountainmadness.com/resources/climbing-rating-systems
- ↑ https://www.nps.gov/mora/planyourvisit/climbing.htm
- ↑ https://www.nps.gov/romo/planyourvisit/climbing.htm
- ↑ https://www.unep.org/news-and-stories/story/climb-mountain-take-your-potential-new-heights
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