The document discusses the components and planning of mountaineering. It describes what is discussed at a pre-climb meeting, which climbers use to plan expeditions. This includes determining the level and type of climb, making courtesy calls to local officials, planning the route and itinerary. The itinerary covers transportation, lodging, budget, equipment and food needed. Different types of climbs are outlined like minor climbs for recreation, major climbs that are multi-day and test skills, and training or exploratory climbs. Planning ensures safe and efficient travel to and from the climb site.
The document discusses the components and planning of mountaineering. It describes what is discussed at a pre-climb meeting, which climbers use to plan expeditions. This includes determining the level and type of climb, making courtesy calls to local officials, planning the route and itinerary. The itinerary covers transportation, lodging, budget, equipment and food needed. Different types of climbs are outlined like minor climbs for recreation, major climbs that are multi-day and test skills, and training or exploratory climbs. Planning ensures safe and efficient travel to and from the climb site.
The document discusses the components and planning of mountaineering. It describes what is discussed at a pre-climb meeting, which climbers use to plan expeditions. This includes determining the level and type of climb, making courtesy calls to local officials, planning the route and itinerary. The itinerary covers transportation, lodging, budget, equipment and food needed. Different types of climbs are outlined like minor climbs for recreation, major climbs that are multi-day and test skills, and training or exploratory climbs. Planning ensures safe and efficient travel to and from the climb site.
The document discusses the components and planning of mountaineering. It describes what is discussed at a pre-climb meeting, which climbers use to plan expeditions. This includes determining the level and type of climb, making courtesy calls to local officials, planning the route and itinerary. The itinerary covers transportation, lodging, budget, equipment and food needed. Different types of climbs are outlined like minor climbs for recreation, major climbs that are multi-day and test skills, and training or exploratory climbs. Planning ensures safe and efficient travel to and from the climb site.
PhEd14 PHYSICAL ACTIVITIES TOWARDS HEALTH AND FITNESS II (Outdoor and Adventure Activities) LEARNING GUIDE
COLLEGE OF EDUCATION
INSTITUTE OF HUMAN KINETICS
2021 No copies temporary or permanent, in whole or in part of this IM shall be made without written permission from the author/s. 3
Module 1: Components of Mountaineering Module Overview
Figure 2 Image of two mountain climbers
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Mountaineering (also known as "mountain climbing" or "Alpinism" in Europe) is a
sport that involves climbing a mountain. Mountaineering is more physically difficult than hiking, regardless of the duration of the journey, which can vary from a few hours to multi- day expeditions. Mountaineering, also known as alpinism, is a group of activities that involves climbing mountains. Traditional outdoor climbing, skiing, and traversing are all mountaineering-related activities. Some people consider indoor climbing, sport climbing, and bouldering to be mountaineering.
Motivation Question Are you a physically active person? What exercises do you usually do? Have you experience hiking, trekking or mountaineering? What do you think are the things to consider for mountaineering?
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Lesson Summary
A pre-climb meeting and orientation
often referred to as a "pre-climb" in the Philippines, it is a gathering held prior to the actual climb at which climbers discuss the climb. Many climbs coordinated by formal organizations require participants to hold a pre-climb, and this practice has spread even among independent hikers.
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Learning Outcomes At the end of the lesson, you will be able to: 1. Determine the level of your preparation. 2. Plan and prepare your own itinerary of your climb.
Motivation Question Before we start the discussion, I want you to answer the activity below. Assuming that you will have your first trek tomorrow. What will you bring on your first trek? Do you think that the materials you bring is enough and can lasts until the end of your trek? __________________________________________________________________________________________ __________________________________________________________________________________________ __________________________________________________________________________________________ __________________________________________________________________________________________ __________________________________________________________________________________________ __________________________________________________________________________________________ __________________________________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________________________________. 5
Discussion
Planning a Climb
Pre-climb meeting is a comprehensive study, presentation and discussion of the essential
parts of conducting a climb.
• A plan to climb must first be submitted and approved by the officers of the organization in order to be a designated as an official climb.
• The organizers of the climb should serve notice to the members at least one week beforehand.
• Organizational regulations require that all the participants of the climb conduct a pre- climb meeting at least three (3) days before the start of the climb.
The objectives of the climb
Determine the level of your preparation Minor Climbs Guideship Climbs Major Climbs Cleanup Climbs Training Climbs Exploratory Climbs
Minor Climbs These are mountains that could be easily trekked within a four- or six-hour period. Basically, the trek is simple, light and easy. Because of this, they are also called fun climbs or overnight climbs. These climbs are most favored by urbanites for their recreational purposes.
Figure 1. Mount Minandar
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Major Climbs These are mountains with a higher degree of difficulty. The trip could take three or more days with an average trekking time of seven or more hours per day. These climbs are more favored by full time mountaineers because it tests their abilities and skills to survive and to discover more of Mother Nature’s secrets.
Figure 2 Mount Apo
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Every mountaineer should witness the breathtaking beauty of Mt. Apo and the joy that awaits those who bravely climb it. Mt. Apo, at 2,956 meters above sea level, is the Philippines' highest mountain and is known as the Grandfather of Philippine Mountains. Located at Davao Del Sur. It is one of the most difficult mountains to hike, so the trip will be difficult. You'll pass by magical lakes, green jungles, rocky mountain sides, and a vertical portion of volcanic boulders on your walk. It'll be a challenging adventure, but it'll be well worth it!
Clean-Up Climbs These are climbs where you have paying clients that are guided up a mountain of their choice. LNT are also taught in every participant.
Training Climbs The primary purpose of these climbs is to meet the training requirements of the applicants of the club. The organizers provide its applicants with a progressive climbing program which gradually trains and prepares them for harder ascents.
Exploratory Climbs These are climbing wherein no routes exist and are established and ascended for the first time. These are the type of climbs that demand a great deal of planning and preparation. 7
Making Courtesy Calls
• It is important to make your intentions known to the nearest Barangay or local government officials. • Find out if there’s any park fee that needs to be addressed before going up the area.
Route Planning Route planning basically tackles all the aspects involved in bringing the team safely and efficiently to and from the backcountry.
The route plan has two areas of concern:
• Trip to the jump-off point (part 3) • Climb Proper (part 4)
You will also be able to develop and identify the following concerns of the planning and preparation phase: ✓ The itinerary. ✓ Transportation to be used to and from the expedition. ✓ Possible lodging. ✓ The budget of the whole trip. ✓ The amount of food to prepare and bring. ✓ The type of equipment that must be brought along.
The Itinerary of the Climb
It is basically a detailed breakdown plan of the journey to be undertaken. The value of having an itinerary is realized in keeping up with schedules to avoid unnecessary discomforts. Programming activities maximizes efficient use of time. And the amount of gear and provisions required is determined by the established itinerary.
Climb Organization a. The Team Leader b. The Medic c. The Scribe d. The Tail e. The Contact Person
SUBDIVIDING A TEAM INTO SMALLER GROUPS
Increases the safety factor during a climb Facilitates the sharing of shelter and other equipment Easier to plan and prepare meals for smaller groups.
BUDGETING Determining the approximate cost of transportation, possible lodging, meals and other expenses.
Meal Planning The amount of food to be carried on an expedition is determined by the length of stay in the wild plus extra rations in case of emergencies.
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❖ Trail Food are helpful in eliminating hunger and exhaustion during trekking. • It should not induce thirst. • Nutritious and must satisfy your body’s energy requirements. • Easy to prepare and should require little or no cooking at all.
Route Planning Equipment Inventory
Itinerary of the Climb Courtesy Call Budgeting Contact Person Meal Planning
NOTE: Pre-climb Meeting - Should be held at least three days before the climb. All participants are required to attend.
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