Why Deep Bio Toilet Pits Are Ideal For Human Waste Management on Himalayan Treks
In this post, we clarify why deep pit systems are the best human waste management systems on Himalayan treks and why they are followed world-wide.
How to Get Started with Composting Your Kitchen Waste – Expertise from Daily Dump
A pioneering organisation to educate people about composting and makers of high quality composters talk about the basics of composting.
10 Great Trek Stories To Read During The COVID-19 Lockdown (Part 2)
As trekkers, we understand how hard it is to stay indoors during the COVID-10 lockdown. Here is a list of great trek stories to keep you connected with the trekking world.
10 Inspiring TED Talks on Hiking and the Outdoors to Watch During Lockdown
Here’s a list of inspiring TED Talks on hiking and the outdoors that will instantly connect you with nature and the lovely crisp mountain air
Bottle Bricking and Five Life Lessons I Learned While Trekking in the Himalayas
A poignant account on how trekking in the Himalayas can change the way you look at life. Written by 14-year-old Richik Pal
Finally, a Trek Film Worth Watching – Heroes of Himalayas
Today is a special day. Because you’re about to see one of the most meaningful films made on trekking. It’s called Heroes of Himalayas.
Roopkund – #1 of 9 Treks That Transformed Indian Trekking
In the first of the series – ‘9 Treks That Changed Indian Trekking’, we write about Roopkund. A trek that has truly pioneered and defined trekking, and trekking practices in India. Click to read more.
9 Ways to Leave No Trace on a Mountain Trail
What does it really take to leave no trace in the mountains? In this blog, Trek Leader Akshay Upreti suggests practical ways to leave the mountains greener
The Story Of Indiahikes
Sandhya and I started Indiahikes almost 10 years ago with one vision: to define the future of trekking. What began as one humble blog post about the Roopkund trek has now blossomed into India’s largest trekking community and an authoritative source of all trek related information. Ten years later, the Indiahikes website is the largest […]
The Challenges Of The Green Trails Fellowship: Notes From A Fellow
Being a Green Trails Fellow in the mountains is no cake walk. Here are the biggest challenges any Fellow is likely to face working on the environment in the mountains.
A Solo Trekker Who Spent His Birthday Picking Up Litter At Valley Of Flowers
Here is someone who spent his birthday cleaning up the Valley of Flowers trail, all the way to Hemkund Sahib.
How To Be A Zero-Waste And Healthy Snacker On A Trek
Nearly 78% of the inorganic waste collected on our treks are wrappers from snack bars and other such packaged goods. Read this article to know how you can reduce the wrapper menace on the mountains, and eat healthier snacks.
