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nation-and-world3 days ago•30 min saved

Nagoya father reprimanded after leaving 7-year-old alone on Mount Fuji during ascent

A 48-year-old Nagoya father left his 7-year-old son alone at the sixth station on Mount Fuji while continuing the climb with his older son. A mountain hut worker found the younger boy around 7:40 a.m. in foggy, rainy conditions; police ordered the father to return. The child was unharmed and reunited with his father, and authorities said leaving a child behind is unacceptable even if it means delaying the climb, with no charges announced as of the report.

via WJAC|

#child-safety #hiking #japan

world5 days ago•23 min saved

Glacier melt uncovers two Belgian hikers missing for decades in Swiss Alps

Two Belgian hikers who vanished in 1992 in the Weissmies region were found on the Trift Glacier after retreating ice exposed their bodies; DNA confirmed their identities and a recovery followed, as authorities note glacier melting linked to climate change is increasingly revealing long-buried remains.

via New York Post|

#alpine #glaciers #hiking

world6 days ago•2 min saved

Kansas Tourist Dies in Mount Etna Lightning Strike

A 29-year-old Kansas man was killed by a lightning strike while hiking Mount Etna in Sicily amid ongoing volcanic activity. He was found around 1,400 meters in the Rocca Capra area and airlifted to medical staff, but he died. Authorities closed portions of Etna’s slopes; historically, lightning has caused more fatalities on Etna than eruptions, with the last eruption-related deaths in 1987.

via Lawrence Journal-World|

#etna #hiking #kansas

world7 days ago•1 min saved

Kansas tourist struck by lightning on Mount Etna as restricted area remains closed

An American tourist from Kansas was killed by a lightning strike while hiking on Sicily’s Mount Etna in an area closed to visitors because of volcanic activity. He was rescued by helicopter after the strike but died later. Authorities note that more Etna fatalities have come from lightning than eruptions in recent decades, with the last eruption-related deaths in 1987.

via KWCH|

#hiking #italy #kansas

us-news8 days ago•24 min saved

Alaska trail runner hospitalized after bear spray deters brown bear on trail

An Anchorage runner was hospitalized after using bear spray to deter a brown bear on the Wolverine Bowl trail; she survived with non-life-threatening injuries and is expected to recover. Wildlife officials advise hikers to carry deterrents, travel in groups, stay alert, avoid surprising bears, and report aggressive wildlife, while noting visibility can be poor in dense vegetation.

via New York Post|

#alaska #bear-safety #bear-spray

travel1 month ago•4 min saved

Waterfalls and Quiet Hills: Canyon Forest Nature Preserve Between Indy and Evansville

Nestled between Indianapolis and Evansville, Canyon Forest Nature Preserve is a 68-acre Indiana state nature preserve (managed by Sycamore Land Trust since 2013) featuring a 1.6-mile, hilly loop with seasonal waterfalls, fossil beds, and lush flora. Parking is limited to six vehicles, so arrive early or on weekdays, and expect mud and several stream crossings after rain. It's a peaceful day-trip oasis, especially in fall when the foliage lights up the landscape.

via islands.com|

#canyon-forest-nature-preserve #day-trip #hiking

travel1 month ago•16 min saved

Dubrovnik's new Camino trail invites walkers beyond the Old Town

Dubrovnik has launched Camino Dubrovnik – Međugorje, a 145km, seven-stage pilgrim route designed to move visitors out of the crowded Old Town and into the surrounding countryside, including historic trails, an aqueduct, Mount Srđ and Fort Imperial, with the route ending in Međugorje. Traders, locals and officials say the trail offers a new perspective on Dubrovnik’s history while promoting sustainable tourism and relieving overtourism. Early-morning hikes are recommended to beat heat and crowds; a Camino passport is optional for stamps if desired.

via BBC|

#camino #dubrovnik #hiking

world1 month ago•24 min saved

Body of Virginia teacher found in Peruvian Andes after monthlong disappearance

The body of Ian Treger, a 29-year-old Virginia teacher who vanished during a 10‑day hiking trip near Cusco, Peru, has been found buried near a hiking trail in the Peruvian Andes more than a month after he disappeared. Local authorities say foul play is not suspected and describe the death as a hiking accident; Treger’s backpack, camera gear, wallet and iPhone were found near the body. Treger’s family, which launched a GoFundMe and traveled to Peru to help with the search, mourns the loss and awaits further investigation.

via New York Post|

#death #hiking #missing-persons

us-news1 month ago•26 min saved

Florida Hiker Fatally Mauled by Massive Alligator in Three-Feet-Deep River

A 31-year-old Florida woman was fatally mauled by a large alligator while kneeling in about three feet of water in the Econlockhatchee River; her boyfriend and best friend were with her as the reptile attacked, and the boyfriend called 911. Officials later captured two alligators near the scene, and investigators say mating season and low water may have contributed, with no signs of provocation. She died en route to the hospital.

via New York Post|

#alligator #animal-attack #florida

us2 months ago•4 min saved

Extreme Grand Canyon heat leaves several hikers dead

Several hikers died from heat-related illness on Grand Canyon trails in June, including an 18-year-old on Bright Angel Trail and a 72-year-old on South Kaibab, plus a 67-year-old male and 68-year-old female on North Kaibab; the National Park Service warns Inner Canyon shade temperatures can exceed 109 F at midday and is investigating.

via Fox News|

#grand-canyon #heatwave #hiking

us2 months ago•183 min saved

Heat claims three hikers on Grand Canyon trails as temperatures soar

Three hikers died from apparent heat-related illnesses on two Grand Canyon trails on two separate days as temperatures rose; a 72-year-old man died after falling ill on the South Kaibab Trail on June 12, and four days later a 67-year-old man and a 68-year-old woman perished on the North Kaibab Trail. Officials said shade temperatures can top 109 F, and inner-canyon hikes are discouraged between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. while investigations continue.

via CNN|

#grand-canyon #heat #heat-related-illness

technology2 months ago•3 min saved

Strava Elevates Hiking with Advanced Maps, Route Tools and Apple Watch Navigation

Strava’s 467.0.0 update expands hiking tools with Route Discovery, Route Builder, offline navigation, off-route alerts, live elevation data, a fullscreen map, and enhanced sharing (including hiking clubs and 3D route animations). Most features are available to all users, while advanced route planning and offline navigation are reserved for paying subscribers; Map Style Improvements and new Points of Interest are coming later this summer.

via 9to5Mac|

#apple-watch #hiking #offline-navigation

travel2 months ago•3 min saved

Bluewater Lake State Park: A Southwest Oasis for Camping, Hiking, and Tiger Muskies

Bluewater Lake State Park in New Mexico sits roughly 100 miles from Albuquerque and 230 miles from Flagstaff, offering 149 campsites (electrical and non-electric), water, restrooms, and showers, plus options for primitive camping. Visitors can camp, hike two trails (Bluewater Lake Creek Hike with steep inclines and Bluewater Dam Trail, easy), bird watch for species like hummingbirds and egrets, and enjoy water activities such as kayaking, boating, swimming, and paddleboarding. The lake is notable for rare tiger muskies, hybrids introduced to control invasives, along with other species including cutthroat and rainbow trout, catfish, walleye, bass, and more. A New Mexico fishing license is required. The park makes for a strong road-trip stop between Albuquerque and Flagstaff.

via islands.com|

#birding #bluewater-lake-state-park #camping

national2 months ago•3 min saved

Heat Claims Teen on Grand Canyon Day Hike

An 18-year-old male died of heat-related illness while attempting a round-trip day hike on the Bright Angel Trail into the Grand Canyon; rangers found him unable to be revived after a helicopter rescue, and a medical examiner's investigation is underway.

via CBS News|

#extreme-heat #grand-canyon #heat-related-illness

local2 months ago•5 min saved

Heat-tragedy on Grand Canyon trail claims 18-year-old hiker

An 18-year-old hiker died after experiencing heat-related symptoms on the Bright Angel Trail in Grand Canyon National Park. He was located about 30 feet below the trail near Garden Creek after a distress call around 1:40 p.m. Rangers conducted a helicopter rescue, but he died at the scene. The hiker was attempting a day hike from the South Rim to the Colorado River and back. The incident is under investigation with the Coconino County Medical Examiner’s Office, and the identity is being withheld pending family notification.

via ABC15 Arizona|

#bright-angel-trail #grand-canyon #heat-related-illness