Mountaineering and Outdoor Activities

Flashcards covering key concepts, definitions, and historical events related to mountaineering, outdoor activities, and traditional games.

Mountaineering

The sport, activity, or profession of climbing mountains, involving hiking, rock climbing, and ice climbing.

First Recorded Ascent of Mont Aiguille

In 1492, French climber Antoine de Ville climbed Mont Aiguille, marking one of the first recorded technical climbs.

Mont Blanc Challenge

In 1760, Saussure offered a reward for climbing Mont Blanc, inspiring interest in mountaineering.

First Successful Ascent of Mont Blanc

In 1786, Jacques Balmat and Michel Paccard reached the summit of Mont Blanc, marking the birth of modern mountaineering.

First Ascent of the Matterhorn

In 1865, Edward Whymper and his team climbed the Matterhorn, highlighting the dangers of mountaineering.

First Ascent of an 8,000-Meter Peak

In 1950, Maurice Herzog led a team to summit Annapurna, the first 8,000-meter peak climbed.

First Ascent of Mount Everest

In 1953, Sir Edmund Hillary and Tenzing Norgay reached the summit of Mount Everest.

Bouldering

A form of climbing practiced on small rocks or boulders, typically without ropes.

Ice Climbing

Involves climbing on snow or ice using ropes and specialized equipment.

Competition Climbing

A competitive form of climbing typically done on artificial structures.

Hiking

An outdoor activity of walking in natural environments, often on marked hiking trails.

Trekking

A more intensive and immersive form of hiking, involving multi-day trips through rugged terrain.

Glamping

Glamorous camping that offers luxurious accommodations in natural settings.

Orienteering

A competitive sport combining racing with navigation using a detailed map and compass.

Philippine Traditional Games

A variety of indigenous games played by Filipino children, reflecting cultural heritage.

Karera ng Sako

A sack race where participants hop to the finish line while inside a sack.

Piko

A hopscotch game where players toss a marker into numbered boxes and hop through them.

Sipa

A traditional game where players keep a rattan shuttlecock airborne using their feet or knees.

Tumbang Preso

A game where players aim to knock down a tin can with a slipper while a 'prisoner' guards it.