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[VIDEO] Footage of Tourist Climbing Germany’s Tallest Mountain in Birkenstocks Goes Viral

An unidentified tourist was captured on video climbing up the Via Ferrata to the Zugspitze wearing Birkenstock sandals. The video by German mountain guide Christian Hessing has gone viral on Facebook, with many commenters expressing their outrage at the reckless behavior of the tourist. Hessing is an experienced mountain guide and volunteer for the local mountain rescue. In his voice […]
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“Alpine Rescue Is Not a Taxi Service”—Rescue of American Tourist in Sneakers near Cortina d’Ampezzo, Italy, Prompts Outburst by Regional Politician

An American tourist had to be rescued on Lagazuoi Mountain, Italy, by Alpine Rescue ‘CNSAS Veneto’ on Wednesday, June 12, around noon. The 33-year-old man had become trapped in a snowfield at an altitude of 8,136 feet (2,480 meters), wearing only sneakers and without any appropriate hiking equipment. He was unharmed but sent off a distress call, and CNSAS rescue […]
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Julia Schneemann |
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Reaching For the Top: Phunjo Lama Sets Women’s Record for Fastest Mount Everest Ascent

Phunjo Lama. Photo Credit: NPT

A new speed record for the fastest ascent by a woman has been set on Mount Everest. Summiting Mount Everest (29,032 feet) from base camp at 17,598 feet typically takes climbers multiple days to reach, as the magnitude of the climb is so immense, and acclimatization is crucial. However, Phunjo Lama is no stranger to extreme altitude. Lama previously held […]
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The 9 Best North American Ski Areas to Visit in the Summer

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While many of us visit ski resorts in the wintertime for skiing, snowboarding, and other snowy escapades, many of North America’s premier ski destinations transform into vibrant hubs of activity during the summer months. As the snow melts, these mountainous regions reveal ideal playgrounds that offer endless outdoor pursuits, from hiking and mountain biking to zip-lining and scenic gondola rides. […]
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Freehold Creek, New Zealand, Hike/Scout Report: In Search Of Secret Spaces

  Report from November 16, 2023 New Zealand’s Southern Alps are radical regardless of season. With snow retreating to summit line, the ‘green light’ is bright for hiking or climbing in search of New Zealand’s secret spaces—and Freehold Creek is a goodie.   Found in the knife-sharp high country of New Zealand’s Mackenzie District, Freehold is a glacial moraine terrace […]
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Thredbo Resort, Australia, Launches Massive 23/24 Summer Offering

This week, Thredbo Ski Resort, Australia, launched its biggest and best summer offering yet, encouraging people from near and far to escape to the mountains and find their inner wild. From chasing downhill thrills while exploring Australia’s only lift-accessed mountain bike park to stargazing on the rooftop of Australia on a unique night hike, Thredbo offers summer adventures that can’t be […]
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