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Basic
Basic knowledge
Over the last two centuries, the mountains have become
a playground, where city dwellers come to reconnect with
the wildness of nature. A fragile, dynamic and sometimes
dangerous environment, the mountains are an endless source
of wonder. Apart from learning alpine skills, our enjoyment
of and safety in this environment grow through the close
relationship that we cultivate with it. This first section provides
the knowledge foundation necessary to better understand
and respect the mountain environment. Before becoming a
hiker, mountaineer or climber, it is important that you first
understand the mountains.
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