...Hiking in Kosovo is a fairly new outdoor activity, which gained popularity after the Kosovo War. The success of hiking in Kosovo is mostly attributed to the support from hiking societies such as: HikingNjeri[1] which have worked hard to not only organize activities, but also to expose hiking to the general public via social media. Hiking as an activity started in its true sense circa 1930, the year in which a group of friends climbed the Gjeravica mountain in Peć. This was the first time that a peak in Kosovo was climbed. Even though people started to show interest shortly after, many mountains were near border areas and people needed special permission to visit them due to the political issue at the time. That is the reason why people were able to actually become active hikers only after the war, especially in 2003-2005. The vast majority of the terrain of Kosovo is mountainous.[2] Central mountains are not sufficiently hard to climb, yet they make a good hiking trail, their height goes from 800–1200 meters. The Mirusha river splits these mountains in two groups. The first one is located in the south-west of central mountains and includes the following: Millanoviq mountains, Gajrak, Zatriq, Bajrak and Gremnik.[3] The second group consists of Crnoljeva, Goleshi, Berisha, Kosmaqi, Drenica, Qyqavica mountains. Surrounding mountains are located near border areas. They are harder for hiking because of their steep trails and require a lot of experience and agility. Mountains that are...
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...Many years ago when I was a freshman in high school, an event happened to me that changed my life for the better. My friend invited me to go hiking with him and his sister. He was going to go hiking in Yosemite. The following day I prepared myself mentally and physically in order to accomplish this hike. While on the road my friend’s sister and I got to know each other very well. We talked about how we were doing in school, and many other things. As time went by we could see the mountains getting closer and closer to us. We could not wait to climb El Capitan. When we finally arrived, we unpacked and got ready to hike El Capitan. On the way up the hike we had a great time because as we hiked up we talked about how cool it was going to be up there on top of the world. After three hours we arrived at our first break stop. We stopped at a section that was on top of the waterfall. The view was amazing and spectacular because we had never seen anything like this. As we continued our hike after several more break stops, and nine more hours of hiking, we finally arrived at the top of El Capitan. Once we got to the top the view was amazing. We could not imagine how beautiful it was up there on top of the world. After about half an hour we started heading back down, when all of a sudden out of no where I felt someone push me out of the way. A man that was in a hurry to get back down pushed me so hard, that I lost my balance and fell of a twenty foot cliff. At that moment in time I could...
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...Tyler Kerth Management 521 Report #1 1. Do you feel that the Bearington plant has the right equipment and technology to do the job? Why? I feel that the Bearington plant’s source of problems and concerns are emerging from a deteriorating equipment, poor management system, and staff that aren’t properly fit for this type of job. In chapter one, as Alex Rogo starts walking through the plant he observes the plant’s equipment was making inexplicable noises. There were outdated lights, computer systems, and an intercom system that could barely be heard over all the sound of the machines. On the other hand, the author was describing the employees as raggedy looking and some were over weight. The master machinist that was in charge of the NCX-10 wasn’t focused on his job and caused the machine to break, thus putting the plant further behind on the order of 41427. Mr. Peach, the Division Vice President is also a key source to the problem at Bearington. Employees at this plant should respect his authority, but they don’t due to his self-centered and stand-off attitude. Peach has also cut many employees from the company and still expects the plant to perform the same if not improve. Technology at the Bearington plant might be somewhat outdated, but management seems to be driving the plant further behind in there orders. 2. How does Jonah define "productivity"? Jonah tells Alex that productivity is the act of bringing a company closer to its goals. Jonah explains that Alex...
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...Brevard is known for its hiking trails that will often lead people to beautiful overlooks of the mountains or stunning waterfalls. Hiking after school or during the weekend is a favorite to many students and teachers. There are many great trails to hike on that it is hard choose a trail to go on. Ashly Dzaahabiyyah, who is a junior at Brevard High School, favorite trail is graveyard fields. When asked why it´s her favorite trail ¨When I first went it falls and all the trees were all orange and yellow, it was very pretty and scenic.¨ Graveyard fields is located on the Blue Ridge parkway near Sam's Knob and Black Blossom Loop. Dzaahabiyyah said when she hiked it, ¨it's a fairly easy trail.¨ Dzaahabiyyah wasn't sure if mountain bikers used...
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...Evaluate the skills and techniques required to successfully perform in two different land-based outdoor and adventurous activities Rock climbing and hiking requires particular skills and knowledge and techniques to be performed successfully and with pleasure rather than discomfort. What are the main reasons for these skills and techniques, why they are good and what could happen if you would not have them. The advantages of effective planning and preparation is that you will be ready for most of the challenges you possible can face during the activities. It is not possible to prepare for everything, but you need to decrease the chances of getting in trouble as much as you can. Lack of preparation can result in poor performance and discomfort. Correct use of equipment with appropriate techniques is very beneficial for effectiveness and safety during the activity because usually specialist equipment requires specific use for specific purposes and wrong usage can lead to injuries or danger. To avoid this it is important to receive appropriate training before hand and if you are still not confident, you could have practise session with instructors. First aid skills are very useful and can and should be applied to every activity and not everybody can perform them as special training is required. Usually during activities instructors are qualified first aiders, so you don’t have to have these skills, but it would be very useful to have them as you could provide aid...
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...How to Pack a Backpack for Hiking The first time when I was backpacking for my hiking trip, it took me a hell lot of time. I was inexperienced and also naïve, which is why I had to leave a lot of stuff behind as there was no space in my backpack. But now I am quite happy that I learned how to efficiently pack my backpack for hiking. It can be quite tricky for a first timer to pack their backpacks. So here I am helping you out with some of the best tips. The backpacks that you can carry to college can also be carried for hiking and trips. And usually they have all the space and storage you need to carry the essential items with you. However there is no specific way to pack your backpacks, but before you go ahead and start packing, remember that...
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...I have a difficult time adapting myself to change. First, the strength that I developed in this course and trip was my ability to help others that are in trouble. This strength revealed itself effectively during the course and trip, my ability to help those in trouble brought a sense to myself to push myself even harder. Also by discovering that I am able to help others creates a positive and friendlier environment for me. The more I was helping my classmates when they were in trouble, the more I was able to have an impact on them. I believe by helping others, I was able to have a better connection and able to understand them better. For example, while I was hiking on Saturday, because it was a tiring and long trail my classmates and I were very tired. Even tough I was tired and impatient I kept on hiking, in the middle of the hike my friend fell down hard on the rocks....
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...Narrative essay 11/16/11 My brother and his wife Steff wanted to hike up Mud Mountain as a family because they had wanted to go hiking for a while, so they decided to make a trip. Knowing that it would most likely be a rather interesting trip I asked if I could partake. Most of the fun parts of a hike are the random events that transpire along the way so I expected a rather enjoyable trip. After two hours of driving and various stops, we had finally arrived at Mud Mountain. We started to gear up for our four mile trek, but Chris had decided he needed to use the restroom For some odd reason he decided not to knock on the bathroom door. With such great insight he just barged in, and with a bad stroke of luck there happened to be a little boy in there. I would say Chris got half way in before the boy ran out, God only knows what that poor child was thinking. The boy’s parents gave Chris such an awkward child molester look that I still see as very funny. He doesn’t. Within a few minutes, we had started trekking up the mountain path. Eventually while we were walking Chris decided to run up the sides of the trail to leave me and Steff behind. Perceiving it as a challenge I decided to chase after him. So after leaving Steff behind she was starting to get angry and a little self-conscious about the occasional person walking by because she was alone. Meanwhile after Steff caught up they started to bicker at one another, feeling endangered from this conversation that if I said...
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...Unit 3: Outdoor and Adventurous Activities(A3) The environmental impact on hill walking can be caused by many aspects which may have been done by humans but also from natural meanings. In that case I will be looking specifically at Long Mynd as it is a great example how human can live in harmony with nature, but there will be also some visible places where people left their track after them. Long Mynd has an area of over 22 square kilometres (8.5 sq mi), most of which takes the form of a heathland plateau and has a long history that stretches to bronze age. Erosion play a significant role at Long Mynd as we can see that in the past, many houses and other structures have been build by stones that were present there and over history, if the place wouldn’t be touched by human hand, it may could look differently shaped and formulate naturally, but it didn’t. Today’s modern houses that are built on those lands are made from different resources and aren’t necessarily taken from the land itself but from somewhere else; like quarries. Long Mynd doesn’t consists of many types of rocks and today the steep and narrow valleys are covered in a thin layer of soil, with a low pH, able to support only strong grasses, rushes, and heathers. Beneath the soil the evidence of the ancient and chequered past can be seen, and the rocky outcrops and scree slopes are excellent places to view the different layers of ancient rock. Wildlife at Long Mynd doesn’t have as much variety as Yellowstone park...
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...The Civic Center Park and the Greenwood State Park are different places that people can go to enjoy themselves at. Civic Center Park has a family area trail, pond and amphitheater. Family area has a playground for the children to play. It have a picnic area for the family and friends to have a party or a cookout. At the same time, the trail where people do their walking or jogging. Pond is for the ducks. However, an amphitheater where people can do events. Otherwise events are parties or a special occasion where people have to make a reservation. The Civic Center Park is enjoying because its different activities we can do. Admission cost for the park is free for everyone. But when there’s a fair or a special event, people have to pay the price....
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...landscape, 885 kilometres in length, and 400 kilometres of side trails. The trail is marked with white and blue rectangular blazes (painted lines). The white blazes indicate information and direction on the main trail, where the blue blazes indicate the same thought for the side trails. These can be found on trees, fence posts, and rocks. The land was always there for people to go upon, although the trail was official open in 1967 and is Canada’s original long-distance hiking trail. Myself and my class travelled in the Caledon Hills section and travelled ten to twelve kilometres of the trail. It took approximately three to four hours of a hike. When we left school around 8:30 in the morning, it took about an hour drive to get to the hills. While on our way there, we picked up and met our tour guide, Greg Vincent; the former President of the Bruce Trail Association. He is eight-years old and one of the most active people I know. When we got off the bus, we started our hike right away. Being able to go hiking on the trail during the fall is one of the most beautiful times to go. The bright and warm colours brings the comfort and stress free mood to the mind. The wonderful backsplash of the hills and the mountains adds to the scenery as a hollywood movie. As well as the idea of fall with cozy sweaters, hot drinks, and the diversity of colours, is a great time to relax. Plus doing this by considering it as an...
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...Deciding to move back to the United States, Bryson, his wife, and four children settled in Hanover, New Hampshire. In a courageous attempt to familiarize himself with America once again, Bryson decided that he would hike along the Appalachian Trail, which spans more than two thousand miles and runs through fourteen states on the East coast of America. Leaving his family behind, Bryson and an old high school friend, Stephen Katz, began their journey at Springer Mountain in Georgia. Beginners to hiking in the woods, these two middle-aged men set off on an adventure that would contain many missteps among the breathtaking beauty that surrounded...
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...results with minimal effort yet due to time constraints, careers, and the daily demands of modern life, most are unlikely to achieve their desired results. As a result, many are turning to outdoor recreation as an outlet to achieving their personal and physical goals. Chino Hills State Park expands a massive 14, 102 acres and provides the communities of Brea, Chino Hills, Corona, and Yorba Linda, that surround the park with the benefits of: ninety miles of trails and fire roads… offer excellent opportunities for viewing wildlife and native plants. Facilities consist of a picnic area, equestrian staging area, pipe corrals, a historic barn, water spigots and restrooms (California, 2014). In addition to the trails that can be used for camping, hiking, biking, and horse back riding, the park offers bird watching, and a new discovery center. The park uses direct management to monitor who enters the park by charging fees upon entry. It is $5.00 to visit the park daily or, if you are camping, between $15.00- $100.00 depending on the size of the group and how long the stay will be for. The amenities in the park offer physical, mental, social, spiritual, and intellectual benefits to individuals and groups who visit. Stress has a negative affect on the immune system and extensive exposure increases vulnerability to diseases and may eventually lead to physical and mental health problems such as anxiety and depression. However, studies have shown that: “Regular outdoor activity provides a number...
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...It was May of 2015 in Sedona when seven of my friends and I decided to go canyoneering — hiking, rappelling, and swimming through small slot canyons. The air was warm and our spirits were high. We were ready for the busy day, so we took a short drive from our campsite to our trailhead. Our bags were packed lightly since everything was destined to get wet; we only carried and wore swim trunks, stale power bars, water, foil emergency blankets, T-shirts, and light windbreakers. That morning, we began by climbing a steep, rugged mountain trail in the beaming hot sun. Throughout the entire hike up, all of us could not wait to get into the water. After five miles later or so, we got to the canyons, threw on our climbing gear, and stood atop the canyon. We looked up and saw that there were some clouds in the distance, large and puffy, like cotton balls. We disregarded them and persisted down the canyon....
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...“Not all those who wander are lost.” was once aforementioned by J.R.R. Tolkien. I do not remember a summer not spent wandering through the mountains with an ultimate goal of reaching a breathtaking destination. Ever since I was in 2nd grade I have spent the best part(s) of my summer in the mountains. The Colorado mountains have always been a special place where all is quiet you hear nothing except the breeze of the wind hitting the leaves of the trees and the birds chirping in the background. The mountains are a place I feel safe, peaceful and calm. The place I first started hiking was at a summer camp. A camp, I have attended each and every summer for the best 2 weeks of each year. The camp I attend is at the base of Mt. Evans, 10,200 feet high. Each year you go on an overnight with your cabin group during this overnight you get to hike up to a campsite with your giant hiking bags filled with tents, clothes, rain gear, water bottles, food and more. The hike consists of lots of walking while playing games with your friends, deep long conversations that trickle down as you reach closer and closer each step, grasping for more oxygen being that your lungs burn due to the thin air, your legs and back hurting from your backpack weighing a minimum of 20 pounds. As you near the top the mountain about to give...
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