Fire safety: How to deal with mountain wildfires and forest fires

by Gideon Lasco Wildfires (brushfires, bushfires, forest fires) in the Philippines occur mainly during the dry season. They are caused

The etiquette of hiking photography

by Gideon Lasco Practically, every hiker is an amateur photographer, and many times, there are even more cameras than hikers

by Gideon Lasco As drones become more popular and affordable, expect them to appear in greater frequency in the mountains. While

by Gideon Lasco, MD More feared by mountaineers than mosquitos and perhaps even the notorious limatik, niknik are a group

We often associate mountain climbing with freedom, and fortunately, most of the time it is true: hiking in the Philippines

by Gideon Lasco Water is life – this is true on and off the trails. Every hiker must bring sufficient

by Gideon Lasco, MD Leg cramps (pulikat in Tagalog) is a common condition experienced by hikers, particularly in long ascents

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Whether or not for profit, whether formal or informal in its setup or legal existence, climb organizers have duties and

Okay lang umitim: Getting dark skin is not a problem – at least, not medically. But while skin color is a

by Gideon Lasco with inputs from various hiker-parents As outdoor recreation becomes increasingly popular among families, finding the perfect place

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