For city dwellers, roads are a means to an end, literally. Roads lead to workplaces, to homes to markets and to entertainment centers. They forget there can be roads that lead to nowhere and still be more enchanting. These roads are the ones you tread on a trek. It is that one passion which brings about stillness in our mind which we badly need. Every person must occasionally go on a trek. It loosens you and allows you to breathe in the true sense. In India, especially in the Western Ghat regions from Maharashtra to Kerala, you can find several trekking routes. The undulating terrain of the Western Ghats provides for a natural adventure trail which one can traverse in a trek. The Himalayas top the trekking routes in India for its obvious charm and allure. But it always remains arduous and the weather conditions are not suitable for all.
To know what is trekking, one must indulge in a trek at least once. There are several trekking places in India that provide an easy route for beginners before they step onto a more adventurous path. A trek is typically a long journey across areas beyond the city limits- forests, hills, sea shores or off -beat paths. Generally undertaken in groups, ideally with an experienced guide, many people prefer a solo trek that they feel provides them more solitude and control over their itinerary. A rugged terrain is more appealing than paved roads because it gives the additional thrill of overcoming odds. Completing a trek is an accomplishment that releases happy hormones and makes you feel good. All the walking also results in good amount of oxygenation that helps our heart, lungs, bones and muscles.
Trekking Accessories
However rustic the adventure may be, one needs to prepare well in advance before going on a trek.
Preparations begin with your itinerary – which route you’re going to take, the time of the year (monsoons deter many avid trekkers for the slippery tracks, the mush, reduced visibility, and rampant insects). Start out by inquiring about trekking places near me on the internet or through expedition/tour organizers who regularly organize a trekking camp.
Trekking is considered a soft adventure sport because it’s not as arduous as saying hiking or mountaineering. It requires minimum fitness levels and people of all ages can embark on a trek. Build your stamina well in advance before embarking on a trek. If you feel tired soon, if you have trouble breathing or any health-related problem, consult a doctor before ensuing the journey. Don’t bother about aching calves, blisters, scratches from the bushes and shrubs or the occasional fall, it’s all part of the adventure. Keep yourself hydrated throughout the trek so you don’t feel tired.
Trekking equipment comes in handy when the journey is of long duration and covers more than a day, maybe overnight. In such times, one must have some basic trekking gear like good sturdy all-terrain shoes that can repel water and don’t skid. A strong backpack that can hold some foodstuff, mint, energy bars, basic first aid and some tissues if you’re on a day trek. If you’re trekking during monsoons, then a well-fitted waterproof jacket and pants is a must. A large size water-bottle, caps/hats and sunglasses form key elements of your trekking gear.
Depending on the terrain, one can also carry trekking accessories like ropes, harnesses or pickaxe if there is a need for its use. A Swiss knife has been a favorite with most trekkers for the benefits it offers. Many like to carry a trekking pole to maintain balance.
Make sure you have a properly charged phone and spare charger with batteries to make calls in case of an emergency. Also, leave your itinerary with more than one people whom you can contact in case of need. Of late, many people carry satellite phones that work well even beyond the reach of the cell-phone towers and are of great help when one loses track of the path.
Understand your route well in advance. Having a local g
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