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Indoor to outdoor climbing: how to make the transition to real rock

You climb regularly at the gym, but you’re starting to wonder how all those hours on plastic holds could lead to outside. How different is climbing on real rock? Do your indoor skills transfer? What should your first outdoor experience look like? We asked three certified climbing instructors from the Explore-Share network who regularly help indoor climbers make that transition.

Mount Fuji Packing List 2026: What to Bring and What to Leave

Find out exactly what to pack for Mount Fuji in 2026, from hiking boots, waterproof layers and warm clothing to water, cash and useful extras. This guide also covers what to leave at home, where to rent gear, typical rental costs and how to prepare physically before your climb.

Do You Need a Guide to Climb Mount Fuji?

Do you need a guide to climb Mount Fuji? Learn when you can climb Mount Fuji without a guide, the risks of climbing Mount Fuji alone, why off-season ascents require professional support and what to look for in a qualified Mount Fuji guide.

Top 5 volcanoes to climb in Ecuador

This Andean country has some of the most attractive volcanoes in the world. Discover them, and why mountaineers love to climb them.

Nepal Guide: Best Himalayas Treks and Climbs

There are plenty of reasons to visit Nepal, and of course, the Himalayas are one of them. However, mountaineering in Nepal is special not only because of the sheer size of the mountains, and the variety of peaks to explore and climb but also due to the unique mountain culture and color. Prayer flags,

Crater Ski Runs on a Mount Yotei Dream Come True

Hokkaido Wilds has a well-earned reputation for its commitment to providing outdoor adventurers with top-quality information and advice. At Explore-Share, we have often collaborated providing guide recommendations, and we were very happy when Emil reached us via the Hokkaido Wilds platform to book a ski touring adventure on Mount Yotei in Japan with JMGA