Since extreme adventures may contribute to maintaining a balanced healthy lifestyle, even under current COVID-19 pandemic if you take proper precautions, do not take these for granted. + Whether you are an adventurer who expects to get back on track at some point or someone who finds extreme adventures interesting but needs to be induced to start participating in such, an outdoors mindset and a plan are key to get going. If you identify with any of the above, you may like following some of the tips listed below.

Pointers to Set the Track for Extreme Adventures Planning:

1) Take a walk on photographic memory lane

See pictures of your extreme adventure experiences. Notice how you feel when looking at these images. Try to remember how you felt when engaging in these activities and identify your favorite or most cherishable ones.

2) Contact your buddies

Talk about your intense outdoors activities with family members, friends or acquaintances who were your partners at these events. It is always great to revive good memories.

3) Read about extreme recreations that catch your attention

Whether you like rappelling, canyoneering, flying by means of zip lines, caving, body rafting, rock climbing, paragliding or hang gliding, read articles about the experiences you prefer. You might get motivated and start searching for places in your country of residence where you can perform any of those pastimes.

4) Make a hobby out of adrenaline-rush outdoors activities (for the first time or again)

Do a list of diverse types of extreme adventures you would like to perform at natural areas, and reserve at least one day every two or three months to do one of these in your country of residence. Verify any required training and gear, ask for recommendations about places where you can enjoy these recreations or read about them in specialized magazines or websites or other information resources. If you end up loving a particular activity, you can turn it into a hobby.

Those aficionados who want to get back on track on adrenaline-rush pastimes, start saving the dates to follow the routine you used to.

5) Get the adequate gear

Check if you have or need to purchase clothing and other gear for the applicable adventure. Even if you have already carried out this activity, verify if a piece of your wardrobe and any equipment or effect needs to be replaced. If you will perform the recreation for the first time, read about recommended gear in specialized magazines or websites or other information resources, or request suggestions from experts or aficionados. Remember that tour providers who specialize in rappelling, canyoneering, body rafting or zip line attractions, usually provide the necessary equipment.

Let natural resources and your interests be your inspiration for extreme adventures planning at your country of residence. Take the first step to spark diversion along with nature.

+ Note: We suggest verifying which extreme adventures you may perform subject to applicable government authorities’ rules in view of COVID-19 pandemic. Please read the “tips” subsection of this article, summarizing some precautionary measures to take.