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Hauling someone from a crevasse
In this instructional film, Mountain Guide Peter Mason shows us how to haul a climbing partner from a crevasse.
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Eight Things They Never Told You About Mountain Navigation
There are some things about mountain navigation that only years of trial and error can teach you; here are a few hard-won tips from John Burns
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Skills Hyperthermia - Heat Illnesses and How to Manage Them
Summer weather on the hills can easily catch you out. We recently covered hydration, so now it's time to take a more in-depth look at heat illnesses with mountain first aid expert Helen Howe
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Arc'teryx Alpine Academy Ascending out of a Crevasse
In this instructional film, Mountain Guide Peter Mason shows us how to ascend a rope out of a crevasse.
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Arc'teryx Alpine Academy Basic Crevasse Rescue
In this instructional film, Mountain Guide Peter Mason shows us the simplest way of rescuing a partner who has...
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Arc'teryx Alpine Academy Equipment for Crevasse Rescue
Mountain Guide Peter Mason shows us the equipment needed for travelling on a glacier in the event that...
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Skills Hydration for Hillwalkers
When you're working up a sweat out on the hills, how much should you drink, and when? The current heatwave seems the perfect time to...
Using SARLOC for Rescue on your Smartphone
Getting smart with your smartphone might just save your life in an emergency, writes Judy Whiteside, Editor of...
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Whether you're out for a jolly with a group of friends or immersed in the wild on a soulful solo trip, camping up in the hills far from civilisation is one of life's essential experiences. As outdoor activities go this one is refreshingly simple and takes no special...
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