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the first Filipino to reach the highest peaks of each continent in the world. He scaled the nature’s Goliaths, surviving the most extreme and challenging weather and environment conditions.
Mr. Romeo “Romi” Garduce
involves a long energetic walk in a natural environment on hiking trails or footpaths for a day or overnight.
hiking
involves a long vigorous hike in wild natural environment for multiple days. It can be done off hiking trails.
trekking
natural philosophers begin trips to the Alps of Europe for their scientific observations.
18th century
basic to any activity. Most activities end up unsuccessful and even disastrous due to poor planning or, worst, no planning at all.
planning
very important during a hike, since everything that one will be needing is carried in this pack.
backpack
requires long walks and the shoes are the most important equipment at this point.
Footwear Trekking
these shoes are lighter compared to boots and more flexible but offer less support. They are best for well-defined trails and shorter hikes where one carries relatively lighter load. For seasoned hikers, carrying some weight goes farther even on rugged trails.
Hiking Shoes
have more support and protection than hiking shoes. They have a much stiffer material and a higher cut. The weight is a trade-off, since they are heavier than hikers’ shoes.
hiking boots
for longer treks carrying heavy loads. These shoes are tough and can cope with all kinds of terrain and weather conditions.
Backpacking Boots
have a maximum length of 135cm (54inches) also have a dual function as a tent pole. Some trekkers see it as an essential aid to trekking.
trekking poles
The Trekking poles have a maximum length of ?
135cm (54inches)
When is the Chamonix doctor and his porter reached the summit. This led to the start of mountaineering as a contemporary sport or activity.
1786
what did Mr. Romeo “Romi” Garduce reach?
highest peaks of each continent in the world
What did mr Romo scaled?
the nature’s Goliaths, surviving the most extreme and challenging weather and environment conditions.