A weekend scouting trip to the Chamonix area turned into a three-day adventure — right as a freak storm dumped 1.5 meters of fresh snow above 2,000 meters. Though the plans changed, mountains did not disappoint anyway.
We took Percona's engineering team climbing in Geyikbayiri — sport routes in the Taurus mountains, a trek to Roman ruins, a handmade banner, and a motto that ended up on a jersey.
Why iron and ferritin levels are important before going to the mountains
From Aconcagua to Ararat, our expeditions keep growing. Mt. Washington — harsh, historic, and perfect for weather training — was next, and I climbed it with my son.
Running a tourism business means constantly improving experiences. Joining your own tours reveals details invisible during planning. Key insights:
Keane Wonder Mine is a gorgeous abandoned mine in Death Valley — perfect if you want more than natural sights and prefer to avoid the crowds.
Mt Ararat is accessible but demanding. In Sept 2024, 15 of 17 climbers summited; one got altitude sickness, another developed HAPE and was hospitalized.
During our Ararat expedition, a climber developed HAPE, required urgent evacuation, and spent several days in hospital, including the ICU.
I often get asked how to train for high-altitude expeditions — strength or cardio, legs or core? These are valid, but mental preparation matters even more.
People often ask if they're fit enough for outdoor adventures. The answer is multidimensional — here's how I look at hiking, trekking & mountaineering
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