Autumn is an attractive time to travel on the mountain, the weather being milder, and the more bidding nature regarding the color show. However, mountain hiking should be viewed with caution, due to the changing weather, but also of the lands populated by wild animals.
Nature offers many reasons to explore it in the fall. Photo: Daniel Guță Adevărul
With the arrival of autumn, many Romanians are forced to give up the plans of prolonged holidays, away from home, and orient themselves to closer and more accessible places as time and distance.
Nature, adorned in gentle colors
On online networks, pages dedicated to hiking becomes more and more active, and Romanians seem to rediscover their areas near the cities and villages where they live.
For many travelers, sunny autumn days represent an ideal time to start on hiking. The Carpathian Mountains, which occupy one third of the Romanian surface, remain the most popular destination during this period. The increasingly cooler weather changes the landscape of forests, and the trees are still offering a chromatic mixture, to the liking of many photographs or travelers eager to relax.
In addition to the spectacle of autumn colors in nature, this can prove to be happy with those who are on hiking. In the villages at the foot of the mountains and on the mountain routes, travelers can also find berries or from wild shrubs, grapes, nuts and other fruits of nature. In addition, for those who want to stay at pensions, compared to the summer or winter tourist season, the proposed prices are lower.
Mountain hiking. Photo: Daniel Guță. TRUTH
Most mountain trails remain accessible and only the changing weather can be an obstacle to hiking amateurs. In general, however, in the first part of October, the weather remains gentle, and the cold and discomfort caused by humidity or wind remain bearable for many tourists.
Hiking tips on the mountain: what should not be missing from luggage
Salvamontists recommend to tourists who start during this period on mountain trails to be cautious about the route chosen for hiking.
“Inform yourself about the proposed itinerary, the degree of difficulty of the route, as well as the weather. Take a map of the area. Choose the equipment, materials and foods, depending on the season and the weather conditions, providing for special situations. Start early on the road, but avoid leaving alone,” They are the recommendations of Salvamont Romania.
From the luggage of those traveling on the mountain, the communication and navigation systems (the phone with GPS, map, compass) and spare clothing should not be missing.
“Go on the mountain with adequate equipment, specific to both weather conditions and planned route or activities. Take exchange clothes, wind protection and rain, as well as thick clothing for sudden temperature drops. Keep in mind: the weather can change radically in a very short time.”I recall Salvamont representatives.
Hydration is an important aspect of the journey, as well as nutrition.
“Take more liquids than the usual necessity. Choose water, tea or natural juices; avoid carbonated drinks. Do not consume alcohol before and during the trip because it reduces the body’s resistance. Water is drunk at the end of the breaks, before going,” transmits Salvamont Romania.
The food consumed on the mountain, in a one-day tour, should be thought of breakfast. Ideally, it would ensure the necessary energy for the first part of the day, without creating a feeling of too full or discomfort.
“It is contraindicated to start immediately on the hike, especially on routes that require sustained effort, immediately after the meal.” Salvamontists show.
Among the useful things that can find a place in the traveler’s luggage are the flashlight, the first aid kit, the lighter or the matches, but also a pepper spray or an ultrasound generator (in the case of unforeseen meetings or sheep dogs), as well as a blanket that could be used as an emergency shelter and a sack. However, the backpack should not be loaded over the reasonable limits.
Hiking tips: Attention to steps
Salvamont Romania also offers a series of tips to travelers on how to dose their effort on the mountain routes. They must be chosen according to the physical and mental training of the weakest member of the group.
“The experience of the experienced tourist is regular and rare; the rushed walk leads to premature exhaustion. At first you start at a slower rate, gradually reaching the normal walking speed. On the climb, ironing all the soles, with the knees slightly bent. At the descent, iron on the sole, but with the knees. The breathing must be quiet, adapted to the rhythm, variable depending on the ground. shows Salvamont Romania.
Travelers are advised to use only marked routes, to be careful about signs and markings, not to deviate from the road and to avoid the shortcuts. “After the first 20 minutes of walking, a short break is taken. The first larger break (20-30 minutes) is taken after two hours of walking,” the Salvamontists recommend.
The changing weather can put the tourists obstacle
Those who leave in longer routes, from the mountain huts, are advised to inform the caban, the lifeguards or their close ones about the route they want to follow and about the approximate return time. The changing weather on the mountain must be viewed with caution.
“In the event of difficulty or worsening the weather, withdraw to the closest refuge or ask for help. In case of storm or electric shocks leave the ridge immediately and do not shelter near the rocks or lonely trees. In case of fog, strong rain or blizzard, in the case, in the case. Much you can hear it. There are other recommendations of Salvamont Public Service.
It is forbidden to ignite fire in the forest or on alpine pastures, as is the throwing of the cigarettes or matches in this place.
Meeting with wild animals, viewed with caution
Travelers who venture into places removed from human settlements are invited to remain cautious about wild animals, especially bears that are more active during this period, in search of food.
Bears generally avoid areas frequented by people, and staying on the path reduces the risk of meeting them. Another tip recommended for hiking is to avoid leaving on the mountain alone.
“A simple discussion with your partner is enough to keep wild animals away. You can also shout from time to time or take a whistle with you (it is usually found at the backpack of the backpack),” transmits Salvamont Romania.
Brown bear. Photo: pixabay.com
Pet dogs need to be tied in the leash, because they can shake wild animals and attract them.
“Take with you and keep your pepper and/or ultrasound transmitter handy spray. Salvamont looks.
Travelers should avoid walking late at night or at night, and those who want to camp can do it in less isolated places.
“Make sure you install the tent in an organized camping area and do not hold any dishes in it (wild animals can detect even the smell of undefeated cans). I attract the attention of lifeguards.
Those who meet the bear chicks do not have to respond to their curiosity and desire.
“Try to move away by changing the direction. In 99 percent of cases, the bear watches him nearby and will not hesitate to attack if he feels threatened. If a bear signs that he wants to follow you, gradually abandon clothes or food to arouse his curiosity and delay or stop him from pursuit.”shows Salvamont Romania, on the institution’s website.
The mountain gendarmes offer recommendations for those who venture in the wild areas where there is a risk of meeting bears: make sure you have at least one hiking partner; Discuss, make noise, to be heard of wild animals and avoid you; Wear, hanging from the backpack, a so -called bear -bell, bell bell; When you camp, do not hold the food in the tent; Wear a pepper spray against the bears; wear a whistle to the neck; If you notice the presence of the bear from the distance, make noise; Try to avoid animals as much as possible.
In most cases, sheep dogs attack just to impress and receive some food.
“Don’t run away from them. Try to protect your feet with your backpack or bike and give them some food.”support the specialists.
