Fell Walking in the Lake District
If you have never been to Cumbria which is in the middle and over to the North if your looking at a map of England. It may appear to be a maze of mountians and river valleys. Maybe you want to take a holiday there, however, your just not sure what would be the best method to use to see this amazing part of the world in the time that you have.
What are the most important points to see? Which mountains are more difficult than others to climb? Thankfully, one can always fall back on the experiences and advice of those who have explored it before. Undoubtedly, those explorers would recommend fell walking as the best way to explore the Lake District.
Scafell Pike, Scafell, Helvellyn, and Skiddaw are the only true mountains in the Lake district because they reach over three thousand feet. All the other mountains are known as Fells and to walk them is known as fell walking. You can explore all of them by this method which is almost the same as hiking.
The terrain and weather will dictate the type of gear you will need for walking so make sure you prepare your walks well in advance.
When planning a fell walking trip, it is important to be both well prepared and also not too bring too much, as failing to do either could make for an unpleasant situation. Before constructing a final list of what you will bring, determine whether you will be walking mostly in the low-level valleys or whether you will be attempting to summit a peak. Remember that higher elevations in Lake District are likely to be much cooler than the valleys and will require that you bring warmer clothing, walking boots and proper emergency supplies in case of an injury. Essentials in any pack are water, high energy foods, waterproof layers, whistle, flashlight and compass.
Before going on your trip, it might also be a good idea to consult with experience walkers via an online resource site or respected book on fell walking. Some of these resources may offer maps, pictures of trails and summits, and advice from walkers who have visited the Lakes District many times in the past. Another resource to consult would also be the website of the Lakes District National Park, which not only contains information about events and activities in the Park, but also offers the latest weather information.
About the Author:
Martin Hiltlyne is currently helping out in a camping outlet that enables him to be near to his hobby which is outdoor life and adventure. A graduate of the University of Life, with a great knowledge of outdoor activities he has been responsible for showing people to change from boring TV stay at home's to outdoor explorer's. Visit Walking Fells and learn more about enjoying the outdoor life.
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