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Flash floods in Pakistan's popular trekking region damage life, property

Flash floods in Pakistan's popular trekking region damage life, property

Incessant rain and glacial melt in Chitral valley in north-west Pakistan has claimed several lives in heavy flooding. The recurring floods have made search, rescue and relief difficult in this region well known among hikers. Heavy monsoon and floods in trekkers paradise Chitral has claimed over 100 lives across Pakistan.

Rescue 3 International and IRF train five Indian paddlers in river rescue (Part 2)

Rescue 3 International and IRF train five Indian paddlers in river rescue (Part 2)

Five professional river guides were part of India's first combined river rescue course and assessment in Rishikesh. The course was conducted by Rescue India and certified by Rescue 3 International and International Rafting Federation (IRF). The Outdoor Journal gives a comprehensive report in this two-part series. (continued from

Landslide in Nepal kills at least 20

Landslide in Nepal kills at least 20

Reports suggest heavy rain in Kaski and Myagdi district of western Nepal caused a landslide, killing 20 people and destroying more than a dozen houses. Death toll may rise. Incessant rainfall in Kaski and Myagdi district of western Nepal triggered a landslide killing at least 20 people, according to Reuters.

Rescue 3 International and IRF train five Indian paddlers in river rescue (Part 1)

Rescue 3 International and IRF train five Indian paddlers in river rescue (Part 1)

Five professional river guides were part of India's first combined river rescue course and assessment in Rishikesh. The course was conducted by Rescue India and certified by Rescue 3 International and International Rafting Federation (IRF). The Outdoor Journal gives a comprehensive report in this two-part series. The rafting

Red Bull X-Alps 2015: Athletes complete world's toughest adventure race

Red Bull X-Alps 2015: Athletes complete world's toughest adventure race

They climbed the equivalent of Everest four times, battled headwinds and a heat wave and hiked and flew 2,000km to cross the Alps. A lowdown on Red Bull X-Alps 2015. Making the landing float in Monaco bay is a special moment for any athlete who manages to make goal

India's 'largest running community' sets stage for upcoming ultras

India's 'largest running community' sets stage for upcoming ultras

Claimed to be the 'largest running community in India,' Runners for Life organises a number of events throughout the year with an aim to get more people running. Read on about two of their most sought-after events this year – Kaveri Trail Marathon and Performax Bangalore Ultra. The internet

Top Gear at Outdoor Friedrichshafen 2015

Top Gear at Outdoor Friedrichshafen 2015

The Outdoor Journal lists top eight gear brands to look out for, from the 20th European outdoor trade exhibition at Friedrichshafen, Germany. Lesser known brands make their mark with creative leaps in technology for longer and safer experiences. 1. Versant 60L Versant Backpacking Pack By Thule A carefully designed technical