Canyoning is one of the most exciting sports you can practice in the mountains. The concept is simple. By walking, jumping, swimming, abseiling and follow the course of a river through a canyon. Canyoning is one of the best choices for daredevils who love thrilling expericence. However, canyoning can be practiced at different difficulty levels, making this sport is accessible to everyone. What is canyoning? When canyoning, it is intended that the way that a river has worn through the mountains, trying to follow as long as possible. Here you have to walk, swim, jump and abseiling. Of course, the most spectacular are the pieces with a waterfall to be overcome, or where you from a great height to a lower part of the river to jump. Canyoning is never practiced alone. In places where canyoning is allowed, you regularly depart in groups and under the guidance of an experienced guide where you can join. Equipment Good equipment is essential. Without the proper equipment canyoning is very dangerous, and also bring you and the whole group at risk. First of all, you should have a decent wetsuit. A wetsuit slowly fills with water that heats up by your body heat. This results in a thin film that keeps the cold outside. The rocky surroundings and the fast flowing water ensure that a safety helmet is essential. Provide also sturdy shoes, both in and off the water can serve. There are special canyoning shoes, but a solid running shoe is also sufficient. If you have to overcome major differences in altitude, there are some other material needed. Ropes and anchors to abseiling are required. Long time ago, canyoning had the same materials as used for climbing, but nowadays there is special equipment for this sport at hand. Because of the combination of the water and the constant abrasion over and against the rocky surface the equipment wears down fairly quickly. So always check whether it still meets and take no risks in case of doubt. Wetsuits can be strengthened best extra on knees and elbows. If you use the service of an organization that organizes canyoning tour, the rental of equipment is usually provided in the payment amount. Is canyoning dangerous? If the necessary safety precautions are observed, canyoning is not itself dangerous. You must be aware that this sport is practiced in open air and natural forces have a major influence, and they are part of the canyoning. As a result, it is of the utmost importance that the weather will be closely monitored. Sudden torrential rains in the mountains the water goes down and leads a small, quiet stream may change in a raging river at any time. There may also be undercooling occurring as a result of the ice-cold mountain water. Therefore, make sure your wetsuit does not leak or wear off. A third common danger is carelessness. Just go with a qualified guide, and follow his instructions. He knows how you should secure safe, and can accurately assess where a river is deep enough from shore to jump into the water. You are easy to get bruises, fractures, and even drowning by careless actions. Where you should have canyoning? There are some places that are very close to home. You can go canyoning in the Belgian Ardennes. It is obvious that this is not nearly as spectacular as the different places in the Pyrenees or Alps. Some popular places in Europe are: Les Eygas, France Bovec, Slovenia Feldberg, Germany (ideal for beginners) Oppdal, Norway Lake Garda, Italy Sierra de Guara, Spain Brecon Beacons, Wales Lofer, Austria Canyoning in Belgium and the Netherlands Both Belgium and the Netherlands have a canyoning class where you can follow courses and lessons. The necessary qualifications can achieve there. Several times a year, canyoning trips offered expert guidance to one of the most popular destinations in Europe and beyond. Cost price Near popular canyons are often several organizations offer guided tours. For an amount between € 50 and € 100 (hire equipment, return transport, guide) you can group a few hours to know this spectacular sport. Of course, if you find that canyoning is too dangerous, you can try other enjoyable but still exciting outdoor activities such as backpacking. Only with easy setup tents and some individual items, you can go to discover every places you want. In short, whatever activities you choose, be sure to enjoy every moment that you have along your trip. Good luck!
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September 2015
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