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This is for anyone who believes there is something special about taking on a challenging task in a remote place where few, if any people have been before. It may be a mountain range where your team is the only human presence, or a mountain on which you are making a first ascent. It’s a unique opportunity to relate to a particular landscape, and in doing so to understand that environment and yourself better than before; something valuable that’s shared within your team. Most mountaineers are familiar with challenges but the added dimension of remoteness intensifies the experience, tests one’s self-reliance and teamwork so much more thoroughly.Having been told on numerous occasions that ‘I’d love to go on an expedition but I don’t know where to start’, the Handbook offers much more than just a start. Based upon years of Alpinism and expeditionary mountaineering, including leading more than 20 expeditions, it became apparent to the author that a systematic approach can avoid logistical and personnel problems by thorough preparation.After running seminars on expedition planning at the National Outdoor Centre, the author believed there was much more ground to cover – even after a two-hour interactive session. As well as providing this information, the book shares some of the accumulated wisdom from the traditions of expeditioning in the writings of such towering figures as Bill Tilman, Eric Shipton and Frank Smythe.An Expedition Handbook includes many practical tips, from assessing the risks of carbon monoxide poisoning to tent design and pitching methods. Readers can learn about expeditions whilst enjoying the very elements that make it all worthwhile; the adventure, the camaraderie, the exotic locations, the triumphs. Aspirant expeditioners should therefore be able to organise more successful and satisfying expeditions so that fewer but better expeditions take place, cutting the climate cost of travel, and bringing back an appreciation of wild places and a willingness to stand up for rewilding in environments closer to home.
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This is the engrossing story of the seasons the author spent climbing 4000m mountains in the different regions of the Alps. It is also about the people with whom he climbed who found time out of their day-to-day routine for this extraordinary activity. He explains the reason for this fascination which resulted in their spending decades pursuing their climbing objectives. The words and photos both encapsulate the alpine experience in all its beauty and suffering, pain and exhilaration, danger and humour which is shared with each climbing partner and open to anyone with the same commitment. The author believes that climbing all the 4000m mountains is a realistic and achievable objective that will take mountaineers into much wild and beautiful terrain. These are not just snow plods: every mountain has a worthwhile route on it and even those with long glacier approaches can become superb ascents and descents on ski in an alpine spring. The many photos taken over the years were a reminder of details that had escaped notice in the journals kept at the time. These numerous stunning and inspiring photographs tell their own story and enrich the author's account.The book is dedicated to all his climbing partners who made the completion of the quest possible.
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Adventure Skiing is a book that places adventure at the centre of the skiing experience.It's your gateway to a new world of skiing—one where the thrill of exploration, freedom, and wild terrain take centre stage. In an era where traditional ski resorts are becoming crowded and expensive, this book offers a refreshing alternative. Whether you're frustrated by crowded pistes or seeking to escape the impact of climate change on the ski industry, Adventure Skiing shows you how to reclaim the true spirit of the sport.This isn’t another guidebook or technical manual—there are plenty of those already. Instead, it’s an invitation to explore the vast possibilities of off-piste skiing, where you can escape to uncrowded slopes of fresh, "wild snow." It empowers you to rely on your own skills, fitness, and judgement to discover the exhilaration of ski touring and adventure skiing—whether on a one-day trek through the Scottish Highlands or an epic multi-day journey through the Alps.What you’ll gain from Adventure Skiing:Inspiration and Confidence: Real-life adventure stories that will inspire you to venture beyond the resort and explore new terrain.Clarity on the Skiing Adventure Path: Step-by-step guidance on progressing your adventure skiing skills, so you can gradually take on more challenging objectives—without feeling overwhelmed.Practical Insights: Personal accounts that detail what to expect, helping you make informed decisions and prepare for a variety of skiing adventures, from remote snow-camping to hut-to-hut tours.A New Perspective on Adventure: Learn how skiing can offer different kinds of adventures based on your goals, risk tolerance, and fitness level—no matter where you are or how much time you have.If you're ready to take your skiing to the next level and experience the true adventure of wild, untouched snow, this book is your guide to making it happen. It’s about more than just skiing—it’s about pushing your limits, finding your own path, and embracing the journey.