HIGHLIGHT FOR AMATEUR HIKERS

HIGHLIGHT FOR AMATEUR HIKERS :D

Indonesia's natural beauty will never tedious to explore. One of them is the beauty of volcanic mountain range either it still active or already dead. So, Indonesia is considered as "Ring of Fire”.

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Seen from this aspect, many Indonesian began to emerge various nature lovers groups. Soe Hok Gie is the initiator of this activity.

Their regular activity is trying to vanquish the mountain range in Indonesia from Sabang to Merauke. Basically, to climb a mountain we require strong mental and physical condition because of the unpredictable terrain. Such as rocky path that will make us exhausted. So that, to perform this activity we need a proper preparation especially for them who amateurs in climbing a mountain.

Let’s take a look at the recent news, it said that in Indonesia there is a mountain climber reported missing while hiking and then found dead. This is a big lesson for amateurs and senior climbers also for the entire citizen that security and safety are important aspects to be noted.  So for you who already set a plan to climb a mountain, you should have a proper preparation. 

Therefore, the authors will give some tips for amateurs and whoever interested to do this activity also for them who already dedicate their life to be a true nature lovers :

Invite a experienced friend who already figure out the hiking location (as a guide)

Surely, you do not want to get lost alone in the middle of nowhere, and then this is the role of your experienced friend that he/she will be the guide or the maps for you. We all know that many climbing track are not yet be equipped with signpost. Because, we all know that experience is the best teacher.

Except, you can met DORA THE EXPLORER and her map in the middle of the jungle but before that you might meet SWIPER , LOL !

BE INFORMED ABOUT THE HIKING LOCATION


Many professional climbers also share their climbing experiences in blog or social media.  All you need to do is read more about the circumstance of the mountain and the track from those free sources. Many forums discuss about this activity.  You will be well informed if you read and join the forum.


DO A PHYSICALS EXERCISE REGULARY

Climbing/Hiking is an activity that requires fit physical condition. So, I highly recommended you to do some physical exercise from now on!

You would never imagine how the track will be very unconditional. Thus, don’t be a burden to your group, because of your condition could make everyone failed to reach the summit.



PREPARE THE CLIMBING EQUIPMENT

There are lot of equipment that you have to prepare in order to help/support your climbing activity. There are obligatory and conditional equipment. You don’t need to buy new equipment; you can borrow it from your friend or rent it. Make sure that all the equipments are in good condition. Remember that Fed Ex can’t deliver all the equipment to your hiking track, so double check all the equipment!!

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Cooking equipment

Can you imagine, cooking in the wild outdoor area?? Prety cool, isn’t?  However, better for you to to bring instant food, that do not take too much time to cook it. Such as instant noodles, besides it is easy to cook  it also can make yourself warm when you eat it.

Dome
Bring a tent according to the number of your group. Don’t bring too much tents/ individual tent; maximize the capacity of each tent. But remember!! There must be different tent for men and woman.  Please, keep your attitude although you are in the wild area. ! :D

Jacket
Bring a mountain (waterproof) jacket. It is different from ordinary jacket; this jacket will protect you from wind, rain and cold weather in the summit. :P
 

Carrier Bag(*)
Besides, it is used to pack up all your climbing equipment, carrier bag also useful to warm up your body.  Because the weight of the equipment will make your muscle become tense. However, if you already exhausted, take a moment to rest while enjoying the scenery.


Hiking Shoes(*)
There are many types of equipment that must be taken as obligatory tools. One of them is slipper/hiking shoes. These footwear will help you to protect your feet from slippery and sharp rocks. Make sure the sole of your sandal or hiking shoes is still having good grip.


Outdoor Wear
This type of clothing is designed for them who like to explore the world, and of course it created from particular materials. It has ability to adapt with extreme weather that make this outfit is essential thing for climbing/hiking activity.


Sleeping bag (*)

For you who could not bring a tent, you can use this tool as an alternative. Make sure the tool is still in good condition. Sleep outside the tent, looking at the star-studded in the clear night-sky, will make you be grateful by the creation of God #awesome..

Mattress (*)
Rhoma Irama in his songs entitled bummer said that "the sky as the roof of my (bummer) house, and the earth as a floor," then the mountain climbers will say that "and mats as my base" .This shows that mattress has great contribution in dangdut music.. Oops..!!, I mean, mattress  is an essential tools for  the climbers to take a rest.
 
Flashlight or headlamp
Could you imagine when you climb the mountain in the dark night without lighting equipment? You will lose your way for sure; do not know the purpose of life, LOL


Walking Stick
People should have a grip in life and life must be balanced. So, with this stick you will have a grip to climb and it will keep your body balanced. LOL


Gloves (*)
It is not only the “heart” that easily touch or sensitive but also our palms. Therefore, palms must be protected, especially from the cold weather of the mountains to keep it remains soft and smooth. :P


Glasses
Eyes are one of the most beautiful graces from GOD. So, we should use it to admire the GOD creation such as the beauty of the peaks of the mountains in Indonesia. So when you climb a mountain, it would be nice if you protect your vital sense by using glasses.
 
Watch
As a mountain climber, you should be able to manage your time well. Watches will help you manage your climbing/hiking time.


Rain coat and cover bag (*)
The weather in the mountains is unpredictable, sometimes it raining all of sudden in the mid of cold air. Therefore, your raincoat and bag cover will be helpful to protect your carrier/bag from the infiltration of rain water.
 

Gaiter

The function of gaiter is to protect your shoes and feet from dust.


Buff / Multifuction mask

Not only useful to avoid dust, this mask can help you to block the sulphur fumes that cannot be predicted when it comes. 

Besides the mentioned equipment above, there are many supported equipment, such as:

• Attire                              : scarf, long socks , sweater, buff and etc

• Toiletries                        : toothbrush , toothpaste

• Cutlery                          : Plastic bowl, spoon, plastic glass

• Navigation equipment  : compass, map, pocket camera, signpost  

• Others                           : Bottle, matches, pocket knife

(*) OBLIGATORY EQUIPMENT

First Aid

• Eye dops

• Bandage / Gauzed

• Plaster / adhesive tape

• ORS

• Eucalyptus oil

• Sunblock

• Oxygen

• Cotton

• Tissue (wet and dry)

• Antiseptic

• Alcohol / Painkillers

• Any medicine (upset stomach, ruinny nose, headache, allergy, etc)

• Paracetamol

PRAY AND BEHAVE

Attitude is very important for the climbers to be noted.  Do be act at your will.  Such as cursing, you guys have to look up to the place you stand in.  Start your activity with praying first. Ask for protection from GOD so that you can safely arrived to destination and get back to home Aamiin ..: D

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The main point is, DON’T FORGET YOUR PRAYER TIME. THERE IS NO TOLERANCE FOR IT

Make sure you have enough logistic

Make sure you have enough food supplies, be wise in consume the supplies.

KEEP THE COMMUNICATION TOOL SAFE

I highly recommended using Walkie-Talkie to communicate between members of the group. If you bring a cell phone, don’t forget to wrap it or place it in the waterproof case/plastic. Because it can be broke by the cold weather and the mist.

Be a legal climbers !! (Put yourself on the list)
The clerk at the post should get enough information about your group. Please be cooperating! It is for the sake of your safety to prevent the missing or lost climbers. The officer had a record of the group and your identity, it will be very helpful.

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BE A REAL NATURE LOVERS

The true nature lovers are mindful about where he/she stands. He/she is aware with the principles and ethics that crystalized deep in their soul. "Take nothing but picture, leave nothing but footprints, kill nothing but time”.

It is illegal to take anything while climbing/hiking in the mountain. You will only get pictures for souvenirs. Leave nothing but footprint as prove that you’ve been there. Also, you are forbidden to kill any flora or fauna up there even when you find wild animals you are illegal to kill it. The one that you should kill is time. You have to reach the peak on time.

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Climbing a mountain is a fun yet dangerous activity, if you already prepare everything i said before so you are ready to hike!! Happy hiking people: D

#enjoyourtrip_IND