Uttarakhand Trekking Ban: The Adventure Tourism Industry Reacts
India's adventure tourism leaders are fighting back against the High Court's blanket ban on alpine trekking in the Uttarakhand.
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Mass Trekking in India: A Disease For Which We'll All Suffer
From unreported deaths, to unsustainable human activity and environmental degradation. India's national heritage is at stake.
Running the High Road: The Advent of Distance Running in Ladakh
Very few places on Earth can produce athletes with the physical capacity of Ladakhis. Coupled with great ambition, they hold unrivalled potential. There is something brewing in the North of India.
Sidharth Singh is a documentary filmmaker and sports broadcaster. This article compliments Sidharth's film about Ladakhi athletes,
One Indian Woman's Climbing Journey: Battling Social Stereotypes
For five years, Prerna Dangi perfected her climbing, whilst dealing with frequent issues of body image and gender bias in India.
Colin O'Brady Profile: Explorers Grand Slam World Record Holder
Raised in Portland Oregon, Colin has faced real challenges in life, such as being told he might not be able to walk again. However, Colin’s never say die attitude only spurs him on to achieve more.
Everest ER: Medicine at the Top of the World
With all the stories about people getting injured, and even dying while climbing Everest, it’s not often you hear about the brave souls who protect and care for the climbers.
Organizations like Everest ER make it possible for Everest climbers to scale the mountain safely knowing help will be
Hansjörg Auer: No Turning Back
“There is only one person you will have to bear for the rest of your life: yourself. That’s why being alone is so difficult. Even in the mountains, and not just because of safety. Being alone strips you naked, it makes you understand who you are, what is your value, the things that matter in life”.