Mountaineering, also called mountain climbing, the sport of attaining, or attempting to attain, high points in mountainous regions, mainly for the pleasure of the climb.
This lesson tackles about the basics of mountaineering
12. Climb Preparation
• Physical fitness
• Important for safety and to prevent accidents
• Enjoy scenery and company
• Physical fitness guidelines:
• Continuous endurance training through aerobic
sports, such as running, swimming, cycling and
walking
13. The Pre-Climb Meet
• Conducted at least three (3)
days before the climb.
• A comprehensive study,
presentation and discussion of
the essential parts of conducting
a climb.
14. A .The objectives of a climb - Determines
nature, requirements and itinerary of the
climb
B. The nature of the climb Six (6) categories:
A. Training Climbs
B. Minor Climbs
C. Clean –up Climbs
15. D. Major Climbs: ascents on
mountains whose degree of difficulty
is higher than those used on training
climbs, which usually takes several
days to complete
16. E. Guideship Climbs: mountaineers provide groups
with guided ascents. For a fee, select members can
organize a trek for groups interested in climbing a
certain mountain.
F. Exploratory Climbs: the routes of these climbs are
established and are ascended for the first time.
