Recreating in the mountains has become wildly popular over the last several years. One thing that most people who are new to spending time in the mountains overlook is the importance of wearing the appropriate clothing.

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The IMF Webinar Series is a series of illustrated presentations on the Indian Himalaya, highlighting diverse subjects such as mountaineering, exploration, mountain ecology, biodiversity, cultural ethos, livelihood issues, conservation efforts, mythology, history, books and films.
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“Not all adventurers are born equal” – Cathy O’Dowd

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In 2013 Abhijeet was at crossroads, whether to continue his corporate job and live a secured life or to take a leap of faith towards his true calling.

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He farms apples & cherries in the village of Pamlahi in Himachal Pradesh. Dr. Lalit’s extraordinary story is that of passion and true love of exploration.

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Just how arduous is it to conquer the mighty Himalayas? How insurmountable does it feel scaling its peaks amidst freezing cold conditions, and sometimes trailing paths that have never been trodden before? And, which among the mountains is the hardest and most unforgiving?

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"Belayers ready?.." "Judges Ready?.." "Climbers! On your marks... Ready... GO!!!!!"

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Pranav is a full-time apple farmer and mountaineer. He is gradually foraying into alpinism and ice climbing, trying to push the boundaries of the sport in the context of our country.

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“Not all those who wander are lost.” - J.R.R. Tolkien, The Fellowship of the Ring

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He is the youngest mountaineer in the world to have successfully scaled six 8000+ meter peaks.

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