Don't turn a difficult situation into a survival situation
Newspapers and social media are abuzz with the news of a 72-year-old woman (Ann Charon Rodgers) and her dog (Queenie)…
Use clouds to predict weather while trekking
Being able to forecast mountain weather is a crucial skill when travelling or living in mountainous terrain. Checking online weather…
12 new year resolutions to be a better trekker
Every new year I embark on a self-improvement program that is promptly forgotten a month later. To get over this…
Chowari Jot to Dainkund trek
The Dainkund–Chowari Jot trek is an easy yet scenic day trek near Dalhousie and Chamba (H.P.). This trek follows a mule…
Dainkund to Khajjiar trek
Dainkund to Khajjiar is an easy 3.5-kilometre walk. The trek starts from the Pholani Devi Temple at Dainkund and it…
Help keep trekking trails in India clean
I am passionate about keeping our outdoors and trails litter-free. Studies show that people will pick up litter is if…
Stair climbing to remain fit this winter
With winter almost upon us, our repertoire of exercises shrivels up to a few choices. In North India, fog often…
An emergency kit for Himalayan trek
It is imperative to prepare and carry an emergency kit when spending any amount of time, hiking or trekking in…
Jia to Aadi Himani Chamunda Temple Trek
The Jia – Aadi Himani Chamunda is an easy 7.4-kilometre trek near Chamunda (H.P.). This trek involves a moderate yet…
Foraged Himalayan rose hip tea
The Girl Outdoor recently shared a recipe for rose hip tea and I have been agog to try it out…
What is hypothermia and how to avoid it while trekking
The recent tragedy at Omasi La raises the question if “PanditJi” was hypothermic after a cold stream crossing and whether…
Decathlon Quechua Forclaz 500 boot review
I am (regular readers will agree) an ardent fan of lightweight trail running shoes for trekking. Yet, as a prudent…