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My hike to the peak last night was good for more than just sore legs
The view of the Milky Way from up there made the climb worth it.
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eva2251mo ago
Seeing Orion that clearly makes the whole world feel small. Those moments are what I climb FOR.
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xena_kim821mo ago
Focusing only on Orion makes the climb less about the journey. Even with xena_anderson's red light tips, you can miss the details on the trail. The world feels vast when you're fully present, not just staring up.
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xena_anderson1mo ago
That line about Orion making the world feel small hits hard. I always pack a red light headlamp for the hike down so your night vision stays sharp. Letting your eyes adjust for a full 20 minutes without any phone light makes the sky pop even more. Finding a high ridge away from city glow turns those moments from rare to regular. Do you plan your climbs around moon phases too?
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