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Nighttime now the right time on Skico mountains

Nighttime now the right time on Skico mountains
Snowmass’ Torchlight Parade was such a blast last week that the Aspen Skiing Co. is giving locals and guests another shot at evening skiing fun. This time it’s at Highlands, where a Torchlight Decent will take place Wednesday, Dec. 30, at 5:15 p.m. Skiers should be intermediate skiers and boarders at minimum and should meet at the bottom of Thunderbowl lift promptly by 5:15 p.m. Sign up in …

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Skiers revel in snow blast that struck mountains of North Carolina

Skiers revel in snow blast that struck mountains of North Carolina
Skiers in North Carolina have an unusual treat this year: The Blue Ridge Mountains are dressed in winter white from an early snowstorm that’s creating a solid base on the slopes. The ski resorts and snow guns are going full bore.

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Best skiing ONLY mountains in the northeast USA?

I have gotten bored quickly this winter vacation. Last year, we went to Utah to ski, and the second day, we went to Alta Ski Resort. It was the best skiing ever, mainly because it was not allowed to have snowboarders there. Don’t get me wrong, most of my friends are snow boarders, but on the mountains, I hate almost all the snowboarders because they are selfish and ignorant, off the mountain they are cool. So back to the question. Since we can’t fly out west, I would like to know the following question. What are the best skiing ONLY mountains in the northeast? What my family was planning on doing was leave early Friday morning and stay out for a while, most likely Sunday night. As long as the distance fine, basically anywhere is New England and New York. Much appreciated if you answer. If there are no such mountains in the northeast, what are the best mountians overall?

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Avoid Altitude Sickness in the Breckenridge Mountains

 

So you’ve decided to spend your winter vacation in Breckenridge to take up a new skiing or just enjoy a quiet mountain town atmosphere getaway, you are going to have a phenomenal time. Before you go, you should know the risks of going to any high altitude area and the tips to avoid them.

 

Coming via plane? You will probably be flying into Denver and driving to Breckenridge. Why not make it a two-city vacation? Before driving to Breckenridge, take advantage and enjoy one of the most beautiful cities in the country, Denver, Colorado. Very few places can offer a majestic view of snow covered Rocky Mountains in one direction and seeing downtown Denver with businesses, restaurants, a massive performing arts complex, malls, and all the attractions found in a major city in one direction. One thing Denver can offer is great beer, not just any other beer you find in one of the local pubs, bars or any liquor store all over the country. Denver is the place where any beermonger should call home, Denver brews more beer than any other city in the United States. So if you like going out with your friends and have a few beers, or just like beer period, why not get it from the same place it’s made. Since any normal person enjoys going out and doing something with their friends why not catch a ballgame, Denver is home to the Broncos, Rockies, Nuggets, and Avalanche, there is no shortage of getting your sports fill in Denver. Sports, beer, and amazing views. Denver unexpectedly can turn more than just a place you can pass through driving to Breckenridge.

 

Speaking of driving, slow down. I know you’re excited to get to Breckenridge but you’re not in the Daytona 500. Be aware of the safety precautions you need to take when driving in icy or snow covered roads. Remember that you are driving a rental car, it maybe tuned and well maintained but it’s not yours. And being unfamiliar with your transport vehicle is not a miniscule detail you can disregard. So drive slow and carefully, but stay inside the speed requirements too. Take this time and enjoy the sights, driving towards a destination should be an experience too. Driving in the snow is not as easy as you think. Before you get on the road, make sure you have these few basic supplies in your trunk, a shovel, an ice scraper and a bag of either kitty litter or sand. Don’t press the gas if you get stuck; that will just dig you in deeper. Dig out the snow around the tire with your handy dandy shovel, and then use the sand or kitty litter for traction. There would most definitely be ice on the road, so watch your speed and leave plenty of room between you and the car in front of you.

 

Altitude sickness is one of the perils of going to the mountains. Altitude sickness, also know as acute mountain sickness or AMS, altitude illness or soroche is a pathological condition causes by acute exposure to low air pressure outdoors at high altitude. Although treatable to some extent by the administration of oxygen, most of the symptoms do not appear to be caused by low oxygen, but rather by low CO2 levels causing a rise in blood ph or alkalosis. Staying in Denver a day or two can help you acclimate your body to thin air much easier. So take it slowly. Be aware of the symptoms of altitude sickness such as headaches, dizziness, fatigue, shortness of breath, pins and needles, vomiting and sleeplessness They say altitude sickness feels similar to having a hangover, so if visited Denver’s beer breweries, you should be familiar with the feeling. You can take over the counter medication, or just visit oxygen bars in Breckenridge. Breckenridge takes care of it’s visitors from sea level areas with their oxygen bars, visit one and feel immediately rejuvenated. Drink plenty of water, stay away from caffeinated drinks and alcohol to help keep yourself hydrated and will help you be better acclimated to the high attitude faster.

 

Breckenridge has lots of restaurants, from inexpensive and relaxed places to fine dining establishments. But some of us can never stay away from missing a good home cooked meal. You can cook for yourself, your family or friends from the kitchen of your Breckenridge condo; cooking in high altitude is quite different with cooking at sea level. You need to have more time because it takes longer time to cook food at higher elevations. Another way to make this a bonding moment with whom you’re spending your vacation with. Remember that you’ll probably need to use higher heat and a little more liquid when cooking or you will end up with dry and possibly rock-hard food.

 

Remember that for you to enjoy your vacation, or any vacation, careful planning comes a long way. Learning a few basic precautions for safety or any measures to prevent untoward incident by learning about the place you’re going to can be very helpful. So have a safe, fun vacation and have a ball in Breckenridge.

 

 

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Great Smoky Mountains National Park

Part of the Appalachian Highlands, the Great Smokey Mountains National Park in Tennessee covers more than a half a million acres and its lush forests are home to thousands of species of wildlife.

The park includes several mountains which top 6,000 feet including Mount Le Conte which comes up just short of 6,600 feet and is the tallest mountain east of the Mississippi and a favorite with visitors to the park. However elevations throughout the park vary from a mere 900 feet to 6,600 feet which provides a mixture of both easy hiking trails and some quite difficult trails for the more experienced climbers. Indeed, the very hardy can enjoy a super hike along the Alum Cave trail up to the highest peak in the park at Clingman’s Dome. From this vantage point, which includes a 50 foot high observation tower, you can have a truly breathtaking and unobstructed view across thousands of acres of forest.

With a total of more than 850 miles of unpaved roads and trails the park provides some excellent hiking, including no fewer than 70 miles of hiking along the famous Appalachian Trail. One of my favorite trails takes you up to Chimney Tops where, atop these twin peaks, you get a fabulous view over the land below. Another firm favorite is the trail up to Laurel Falls which, with a drop of some 80 feet, is on a par with the falls to be found in Yosemite National Park.

But some great hiking is just one of the reasons for visiting this lovely national park and many visitors also enjoy cycling, especially in the area of Cades Cove, and also horseback riding from the park’s four rental stables. And do not forget the fishing either, with some wonderful rainbow and brook trout fishing along more than 700 miles of streams.

The park enjoys a fairly good annual rainfall varying from about 50 to 60 inches a year in the valleys and 80 to 90 inches a year on the peaks so that no matter where you travel in the park you will always find lush vegetation and, with it, a wide variety of birds and other wildlife. Indeed, there are reported to be over 200 species of bird to be seen in the park as well as dozens of mammals including black bears, white tailed deer and raccoons.

For those who like getting out for a hike all year around, hot or cold, wet or dry, then the Great Smoky Mountains National Park is the perfect hiking venue with temperatures averaging in the mid 60s during the summer and dropping down to around 20 degrees in the winter.

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Romantic Cabins in the Mountains of Oklahoma

Close your eyes and envision you and your sweetie sitting side by side under a warm quilt while watching shooting stars flash across a nighttime sky. Dream of the sounds of owls hooting in distant trees as you sip bubbly champagne while soaking in your private hot tub overlooking a gently lapping lake. Imagine the scents of clean mountain air and pines and burning wood from your cabin’s roaring fireplace. You have just seen a glimpse of your vacation in one of the many romantic cabins in the Ouachita Mountains of southeastern Oklahoma.

When people think of planning a mountain vacation, they often consider places like Colorado or Idaho, but the Ouachita Mountains are no less beautiful. In fact, LIFE Magazine once named McCurtain County’s Beavers Bend area as one of the “100 Places to See in Your Lifetime.”

The lodging at Beavers Bend State Park and surrounding area offers a romantic vacation like no other. If you want seclusion and privacy, this is the place. Stock your cabin with food, champagne, and firewood, and you may decide not to leave it for the duration of your stay. However, should you choose to momentarily emerge from your comfy accommodations, you will have no shortage of things to do.

Hiking and Picnicking

Unlike most mountain ranges in the United States, the Ouachita Mountains run east to west instead of north to south. Their trails offer an abundance of different sights for hikers, who can climb to the tops of ridges to see a breathtaking vista complete with a soaring eagle, cross gurgling creeks by stepping on exposed stones, or make their way through tall stands of timber into remote areas that look the same as early-day explorers might have found them.

As you hike, don’t forget to look for some of the many wildflowers, such as bird’s foot violets, yellow trout lilies, or wild crested irises. If you go in the autumn, the forest’s leaves put on a snazzy show of gold, crimson, and orange as the leaves turn.

Pack a lunch of wine and cheese, fried chicken, or barbecue, and spread a soft blanket under a massive cypress or oak tree for a romantic picnic. After you’ve eaten your fill, lay back and listen to the chirping of red-eyed vireo, cardinal, tufted titmouse, or one of the many other songbirds that make the area their home.

Lake Activities

In the warmer months, your and your significant other can cool off in the crystal clear waters of Broken Bow Lake. Spend a lazy day floating or snorkeling, or if you are the more adventurous type, go parasailing or jet skiing. For exploring by water, rent a canoe or kayak and discover the secluded coves along the lake’s shoreline.

Angling types can relax while fishing for trout, crappie, channel catfish, or largemouth bass. If you are a beginner at fishing, no worries – trained guides can assist to ensure a day of fishing fun.

The Cabins

As the sun begins to set, retire to your peaceful cabin and rekindle your romance in a steaming hot tub or in front of a roaring fireplace. Anything you could possibly want is available in your cabin, including DVD players, barbecue grills, satellite television, and covered porches for wildlife viewing.

Some cabin owners offer a concierge service, so that you can arrive to find your cabin stocked with any groceries you might need, including wine or champagne for that midnight toast.

For a couple looking for a peaceful getaway, the romantic cabins in Oklahoma fit the bill perfectly. Only a few hours drive from Dallas/Fort Worth or Tulsa, the area is easily accessible, too.

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Vacation Trips Around Calgary and the Rocky Mountains part 1

Wondering what to do on your next trip to Calgary and the Rockies? Curious about what there is to see and do around Southern Alberta? Here are a few ideas that are sure to please every nature lover!

What you can’t ignore are the Rocky Mountains and the Bow River. The Rocky Mountains attract tourists from across the globe, and with good reason! Activities in this area include horseback riding and tours, rock climbing, hiking, fishing, camping, skiing and snowboarding, and many others. Some of the top locations for downhill sports are in Fernie, Sunshine, and Nakiska. However, you do not need to leave the city in order to take part in downhill skiing, as Canada Olympic Park can fill your need to ski, and other parks in and around the city offer cross-country skiing options. It’s easy to find a rental shop for all of the equipment you need for outdoor activities if you do not have your own.

Some of the National Parks have incredible opportunities to connect with nature in a grand scale. The Columbia Icefields are another attraction you do not want to miss! Guided tours of the Athabasca glacier are available. The glacier is recognized by UNESCO, and is a protected national heritage site. This beautiful glacier stretches between Lake Louise and Jasper, covering approximately 230km of land. The tour is fully guided and takes about an hour and a half, ending with a trip to the chalet, interpretive centre, and the gallery. You can even indulge in a helicopter ride to take in the beauty of the glacier from a bird’s eye view. To truly experience the pure environment of the Rockies, the Icefields are the place to go!

No visit is complete without enjoying the beauty of Alberta from the Bow River and other lakes and rivers! White water rafting trips are available from a single outing to a few days in Banff, Calgary, Lake Louise, Kananaskis, and along the Red Deer river. Other day trips include kayaking and canoeing. Fishing along the Bow River in Calgary is a favorite pastime, and guided tours are open to the public.

For those who prefer to fish in the wilderness, just venture outside of Calgary’s door to the numerous fishing holes surrounding the city. In fact, the world’s premier trout fishery is located in the Bow River. Calgary has among the best inner city fishing for brown, rainbow, cutthroat trout, and white fish. Be sure to take in some of the sights and sounds of a fly fishing adventure for an experience of a lifetime.

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Denver is Located Near The Southern Rocky Mountains

The City and County of Denver is the capital and the most populous city of the US state of Colorado. Denver is located in the South Platte River Valley on the High Plains just east of the Front Range of the Southern Rocky Mountains.

Denver is often named the Mile High City because it is exactly one mile above sea level.

The Rocky Mountains get a lot of snow every winter but Denvers climate is mild. The city sees approximately 300 days of annual sunshine and when winter storms do occur, the snow melts fairly quickly. Summers are warm and comfortable while winters see a lot of snowfall and can get quite cold. Summer temperatures are highest in June July and touch 80. An average of 15 inches of rain annually. The ski season is from Nov to March. January is the coldest month with temperatures dropping to 30.

The people of Denver are friendly and their attitude and dress are usually casual.

The area offers plenty of outdoor recreation, including 200 parks in the city and 20,000 acres of parklands in the local mountains, making it the largest park system in the USA. It has a thriving arts and cultural scene. It is passionate about sports and is a popular destination for visitors.

There are many excellent museums and art galleries providing interesting information on the history of Denver and a range of other exhibitions. Some of the major museums and art galleries include the Childrens Museum packed with hands on exhibits designed especially for young, the Colorado History Museum a comprehensive museum documenting Colorados varied history, the Denver Fire fighters Museum home to historic fire fighting equipment; the Denver Art Museum containing many galleries showcasing a wide range of artwork from around the world.

The Denver Zoo is an 80acre facility located in City Park. Founded in 1896, it is owned by the City and funded in part by the Scientific and Cultural Facilities District. The zoo is accredited by the Association of Zoos and Aquariums. It was the most popular paid attraction in the Denver metropolitan area in 2005.

The United Kingdom and Colorado have a longstanding relationship that predates Colorados statehood in 1876. Today the UK is one of Colorados most important international partners. It is one of the largest investors and foreign providers of jobs, in Colorado. The UK is also a major market for goods and services produced by local companies.

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Cykling and Hiking in the Mountains of Crimea – a Dream Come Through for All!!

Cycling and Mountain Biking in Crimea

Crimea can be a mountain biker’s dream come through. A large number of roads make the mountains easily accessible, and trails and dirt roads crisscross the peninsula suitable for biking.

Since bikers deal with many of the same issues as hikers, read the article about hiking in Crimea for information on water, climate, transportation, and regulations that may apply to you.

The main starting points for cyclists are Simferopol, Bakhchisaray, Sevastopol, and Feodosiya — all connected to other major Ukrainian cities (Lviv, Kiev, Kharkov, Donetsk) by train. South Shore towns like Yalta, Alushta, and Sudak are not accessible by train, so bikers rarely start there unless they are traveling as a large group and get a van to carry their bikes to their starting point. Read about transporting bikes on Ukrainian trains.

All Crimean automobile roads are suitable for road cycling, however, some are best avoided during the tourist season. For example, traffic is quite heavy on highway M18 from Sevastopol to Yalta, Alushta, and Simferopol during summer months, and moderate at other times of year. The views of the sea and mountains are beautiful. Between Foros and Alupka (25 km) there is an older highway that runs parallel to the M18 higher up the slope with very little traffic, but there are more ups and downs and in places damage from landslides (the road is no longer maintained). In one location west of Parkovoe there is a sudden half-meter drop-off in the road—an unpleasant surprise if you’re cruising down the road at 30 km/hr.

A beautiful route that is unfortunately closed to the public is the paved road from Yalta to Alushta over the highest part of the Crimean mountains through the Crimean Nature Reserve. It is 77 km long and rises to 1448 m at Nikitskyy pass, making it the highest paved road in Ukraine. Ride at your own risk, as there is a minor chance of being caught and fined, or made to turn around. Supposedly the forest patrollers watch the section between Besedka Vetrov and Chuchelskyy pass and go home after 6:00 p.m.

Southeastern Crimea also has tons of roads fit for cycling. The Kerch Peninsula is almost completely flat, but there are many roads and relatively little traffic. As strong winds can be an issue, check wind direction before finalizing the direction of travel. West of Feodosiya begin the Crimean Mountains with their great and varied scenery. In the eastern section of the mountains there are numerous paved roads up these long valleys to remote small towns and villages, as well as endless kilometers of dirt and rocky roads suitable for mountain biking.

NICE ROADS FOR CYCLING by yourself.

Bakhchisaray to Yalta (86 km), Beautiful ride with few cars through foothills and mountains with a strenuous 1000 m climb up switchbacks (over 12 km) to the stunning Ay-Petri plateau, then a steep descent into Yalta with switchbacks and more traffic. Descend into Yalta either early morning or late in the day when people are returning from Ay-Petri to Yalta and there is no oncoming traffic.

Orlinoe to Golubinka (25 km), Kholmovka to Shturmovoe (25 km), Bakhchisaray to Aromat through Schastlivoe (50 km), and Skalistoe to Nauchnyy (14 km)

These roads all run through the foothills (up to 500 m in elevation) southwest of Simferopol and have great views, varied scenery, and light automobile traffic. These routes can easily be connected to make a loop or set of loops.

Crimea’s terrain is hilly and mountainous and covered with trails and dirt roads. Grades range from flat to very steep. Once during a ride I met a Ukrainian guy from Donetsk who had marked on his topographical map all the places he had ridden; the map was literally covered in ink. He traveled alone and took a sleeping bag with him just in case night caught him on the road.

I won’t list routes here because there are hundreds of them. Any trail or dirt road can be biked if it’s not fenced off! The high-detail topographical maps show most of these trails. The easier rides, of course, are in the hills below about 500 m. Most of the “extreme” routes are above this altitude.

A good idea is to pick a destination, say, Bakhchisaray, buy topographical maps when you get there, and begin exploring areas you find interesting. Or, you can take the maps to the local Mountain Rescue Service post and get their advice on the routes you have chosen (if you speak at least some Russian/Ukrainian). See the “lodgings” section on our hiking page for tips on finding a place to stay.

Guided tours

Kirill Yasko, an experienced mountain guide living in Kyiv. He speaks English, German, Russian, and Ukrainian and has led a large number of hiking groups in the mountains of Ukraine, including several groups of foreigners. Each trek is 7 days long. Participants will need to arrange travel to Simferopol themselves (train is most convenient), where they will be picked up at the train station and taken into the mountains. In the trek itineraries below, each day’s hiking mileage is indicated in parentheses.

Valley of the Ghosts, a hike through some of the most mysterious mountains of Crimea.

Day 1 Arrival in Simferopol. Transfer to Perevalnoe village. Ascent to Chatyr-Dag Plateau. Visit equipped caves — Marble Cave and Emine-Bair-Hosar.

Day 2 Climb Mt. Eklizi-Burun. Descent to Kutuzov Lake.

Day 3 Angarskyy Pass, Funa fortress.

Day 4 Ascent to South Demerdzhi through Valley of the Ghosts.

Day 5 Dzhurla and Dzhur-Dzhur waterfalls. Haphal Gorge.

Day 6 Tyrke plateau. Karabi plateau.

Day 7 Descent to Black Sea at Rybachye village. Return to Simferopol.

Cave Towns, a hike through the ancient cave settlements of Crimea’s hilly inland with a descent to the coast.

Day 1 Arrival in Simferopol. Transfer to Bahchisaray. Tour of Bahchisaray Palace and Uspensky Monastery. Chufut-Kale cave town. Camp by Beshik-Tau Mt. (10 km)

Day 2 Tepe-Kermen cave town. Visit Kyz-Kermen ruins. Descent into the Kacha River valley. Kachi-Kalyon Monastery. Camp by the river. (14 km)

Day 3 Hike through Crimean oak forest to the Chelter-Koba Monastery. Belbek River crossing. Syuiren Fortress. (16 km)

Day 4 Climb to Mangup-Kale plateau. Mangup cave town, capital of the Feodoro princedom. Camp next to the ruins of the city walls. (12 km)

Day 5 Descent to Adim-Chokrak Valley. Shuldan cave monastery. Eski-Kermen cave town. (12 km)

Day 6 Descent to the coast near Inkerman. Kalamita tower. Arrival in Balaklava. Camp by the sea cost next to the Golden Beach. (15 km)

Day 7 Chembalo fortress. Tour of underground submarine factory. Transfer to Sevastopol. (5 km)

Canyons of Crimea, a classic hike through Crimea’s picturesque canyons and mountains.

Day 1 Arrival in Simferopol. Transfer to Sevastopol. City overview. Transfer to Morozovka village. Camp by the Black River. (5 km)

Day 2 River crossing. Chernorechenskiy Canyon. Hike upstream through the canyon floor. Camp in the canyon. (6 km)

Day 3 Leaving the canyon. Baidar valley crossing. Visit Skelska Cave. (16 km)

Day 4 Ascent to Uzundzha canyon. Hike through beech forest to the Te?house camp. (15 km)

Day 5 Descent to Silver Waterfall. Camp by the entrance to Crimea’s Grand Canyon. (12 km)

Day 6 Hike through the Grand Canyon. Tthe Bath of Youth. Climb to the northern edge of Ay-Petri Plateau. (15 km)

Day 7 Ay-Petri Plateau crossing. Descent to the Uchan-Su waterfall through Taraktash Gorge. Transfer to Yalta. Return to Simferopol. (12 km)

Above the Sea, a hike along the rim of Crimea’s highest mountains with the Black Sea ever in view below.

Day 1 Arrival in Simferopol. Transfer to Angarskiy Pass. Climb upper plateau of Chatyrdag. Rest at the top of Eklizi-Burun Mt. Descent to Saurgan Meadow. (5 km)

Day 2 Cross the Safun-Uzen River valley. Ascent to Babugan Plateau. Camp next to forbidden deer-forest. (10 km)

Day 3 Hike along edge of Babugan Plateau. Roman-Kosh Mt. (highest in Crimea at 1545 m). Gurzuf Pass and Arbour of the Winds. Camp at treeline. (12 km)

Day 4 Hike along plateau above Yalta. Taraktash Gorge. (12 km)

Day 5 Ascent to the Ay-Petri Mt. Visit oriental bazaar. Tour of Three Eye Cave. Descent to Besh-Tekne Hollow. (12 km)

Day 6 Walk through the Guerrilla Forest. Climb old Roman road to Shaytan-Merdven Pass. (15 km)

Day 7 Hiking along Foros mountain ridge. Tour of Foros church. Baidarskiy Pass. Descent to Laspi Bay. Rest at the seashore. Transfer to Sevastopol. (40 km)

Crimea Mountain Bike Tour, see the Cave Towns and South Shore of Crimea. This is a non-technical mountain bike tour around some of southwest Crimea’s most interesting sights.

Day 1 Arrival in Simferopol. Transfer to Crimean Observatory. Lunch. Briefing, safety equipment. Uphill and downhill training. Bike trip in vicinity of observatory. Dinner. Tour of observatory and telescope viewing. Camp. (8km)

Day 2 Breakfast. Trip across Sel-Buhra to Tepe-Kermen cave town. Visit Kyz-Kermen cave town. Set up camp. Dinner. (18km)

Day 3 Breakfast. Transfer to Bakhchisaray. Tour of Bahchisaray Palace and Uspenskiy Monastery. Journey to the Kacha River valley and Tash-Air — an ancient campground with rock paintings (4000 B.C.). Set up camp. Dinner. (25 km)

Day 4 Breakfast. Journey to the Belbek valley. Lunch. Ride to Khodzhi-Sala village. Rest at lake. Climb to Mangup-Kale plateau. Visit the capital of Feodoro princedom — Mangup cave town. Set up camp near the ruins of the city walls. Dinner. (35 km)

Day 5 Breakfast. Passage to Ternovka village. Cave monastery Shuldan and Cholter-Marmara lookout. Passage to Black River. Visit 16th century fortress. Lunch. Black River Canyon. Swimming in lake. Set up camp near the river. Dinner. (35 km)

Day 6 Breakfast. Passage to Morozovka village. Lunch. Journey to Cape Aya. Descent to the Black Sea. Set up camp by the shore. Dinner. (30 km)

Day 7 Breakfast. Pass above Golden Beach to Chembalo fortress. Descent into Balaklava. Lunch. Transfer to Sevastopol. End of tour. (6km)

All tours cost around 220 Euros apart from the last one, which costs around 290 Euros with rental of bike and around 250 Euros without.

Payment is at the end of each tour. Prices are indicated in each trek description below. You will see that they are very reasonable, as they include all meals, transfers, and guide services. For the bike tour, a car escort is also included in the cost. Prices can change depending on changes made to itineraries and any additional services or activities participants choose to add to the tour.

All hikes are intended for normal people in good condition without special training. Average walking time per day is 6 hours. Participants live in tents and are expected to bring all necessary gear with them. However, equipment rental can be arranged if given prior notice. Meals are cooked on a fire. Food for three meals a day is included in the cost of each tour. Tour members carry their own belongings, carry water, and are expected to help gather firewood and tend the fire. Conveniences such as toilets and showers will be nonexistent. When you order a tour Kirill will take into account your preferences for routes, food, and service. You may go alone, with family (including children), or with friends. You can also take pets along. The usual group size is 6 to 15 people.

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Guided snowshoe hikes coming to mountains near you

Guided snowshoe hikes coming to mountains near you
Six Northwest national forests and parks offer guided snowshoe trips, including Mt. Bachelor and Crater Lake.

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