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Which of the following is not a typical activity associated with mountaineering?
What is the elevation of Mount Pulag, one of the highest mountains in the Philippines?
Which mountain is considered the tallest in the world from base to peak?
Who was the first person to climb all 14 of the world's 8,000-meter peaks?
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Who was the first climber confirmed to have reached the summit of Mount Everest?
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Who is the only Filipino to have climbed the highest mountains on all seven continents?
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What is the primary aim of mountaineering?
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What is the main difference between hiking and trekking?
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Which of the following is NOT a value derived from recreational activities in mountaineering?
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What type of activity is orienteering in the context of mountaineering?
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Which of the following is NOT a recreational activity that can be done in mountaineering?
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What is the main purpose of camping in the context of mountaineering?
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Which knot is considered the most essential and a quick way to secure a rope to a post?
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What is the purpose of the bowline knot in mountaineering?
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Which knot is used to bind three poles together at the same point?
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What knot is used to bind poles together to form a right angle?
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Which of the following knots is described as an ancient and simple binding knot?
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Study Notes
Types of Outdoor Activities
- Mountaineering: a walking activity that involves trekking and climbing mountains, often with specialized equipment, aiming to reach the highest point of mountains.
- Hiking: an outdoor activity of walking in beautiful natural environments on pre-charted paths called hiking trails, can be day hikes or overnight hikes.
- Trekking: a long journey on foot compared to hiking, often takes several days or weeks.
- Camping: an enjoyable outdoor activity that involves overnight stays with a basic temporary shelter such as a tent.
- Orienteering: an outdoor activity that requires following a specific sequence of pre-set courses with the help of navigating devices, specifically maps, and a compass to navigate through unfamiliar terrain.
Mountaineering Sites in the Philippines
- Mt. Pulag: elevation of 2,922 m, located in Luzon, Benguet region.
- Mt. Apo: elevation of 2,954 m, located in Mindanao, Cotabato and Davao del Sur region.
World's Tallest Mountains
- Mt. Everest: Earth's highest mountain above sea level, elevation of 8,848 m, located in Nepal and China.
- Mauna Kea: tallest mountain in the world from base to peak, elevation of 10,205 m, located in Hawaii, USA.
Best Mountaineers
- Reinhold Messner: acclaimed as one of the greatest mountaineers of all time, first person to climb all 14-8,000-meter peaks, and one of the first to climb Mount Everest without any supplemental oxygen.
- Edmund Hillary: first climber confirmed to have reached the summit of Mount Everest.
- Romi Garduce: first and only Filipino to have climbed all Seven Summits, or the highest mountains on all continents.
Benefits of Recreational Activities
- Individual Benefits: develops personal development and growth, physical health, self-esteem, creativity, and sense of accomplishment, reduces stress, increases life satisfaction, and promotes psychological well-being.
- Environmental Benefits: reduces pollution, promotes clean air and water, preserves open space, and protects the ecosystem.
- Community Benefits: connects families, strengthens social bonding, promotes ethnic and cultural harmony, develops strong communities, and reduces vandalism and crime.
- Economic Benefits: reduces healthcare cost and catalyzes tourism.
Knot Tying
- Clove Hitch: an essential knot that consists of two opposed half hitches around an object, used to secure a rope to a post.
- Bowline Knot: considered the "King of the Knots", used to make a fixed loop at the end of a rope, and is a common rescue knot.
- Reef Knot: an ancient and simple binding knot used to secure a rope or line around an object.
- Double Half Hitch: made by tying two simple overhand knots together.
- Tripod Lashing: a shear lashing that binds three poles together at the same point.
- Square Lashing: a knot that binds poles together to form a right angle.
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Description
Test your knowledge on outdoor adventure activities such as hiking, camping, and orienteering. Learn about the skills and equipment needed for these activities in challenging environments like mountains and forests.
