Unanswered Questions
68 questions with no upvoted or accepted answers
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Identification of a jellyfish-like, shapeless sea-creature from India
Photographed off the Western coast of India, Goa, to be precise. Not even sure this is a creature since I've never seen anything like it. It appeared to move by shooting tiny jets of water from its ...
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What are the primary considerations when trekking across the Olympic National Park, Greece including a summit of Mount Olympus?
In 2015 I am planning to make a solo traverse of the Olympic National Park in Greece, including a summit of Mount Olympus.
I am a former soldier and team medic with considerable experience in the ...
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Tahoma Creek suspension bridge history
One of my more memorable hiking experiences came on the Wonderland Trail in the summer of 1994. The trail is about 93 miles (150 kilometers) long. It's in the Mount Rainier State Park which is located ...
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What are possible trekking routes in the Atacama region in Chile in mid April?
I would like to visit northern Chile and particularly the Atacama region. The goal would be to trek in the area, during about 10-12 days. It can be one long route or several shorter ones.
What routes ...
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Alcohol-fuel for burner at the Glasgow Airport
I will travel to the Highlands and have a very quick stop-over at the Glasgow Airport since I have to catch the bus from Daluir. Is there any chance to get alcohol-fuel for a burner? In some countries ...
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Can I camp in the protected areas Þjórsárver and Guðlaugstungur og Álfgeirstungur?
I am investigating the feasibility of a hike looping around Hofsjökull. The route takes me through the Þjórsárver and Guðlaugstungur og Álfgeirstungur protected areas. The regulations for Þjórsarver ...
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What advice would you recommend for climbing Mount Triglav, Slovenia?
I am considering climbing Mt. Triglav in late September and am torn between the Via Ferrata routes or the less strenuous hiking trails.
Can anyone provide advice on the following -
Accomodation
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Is there anywhere to dive in the Mediterranean that's like the Red Sea?
Have heard great things about diving in the Red Sea. However, Egypt's not the most stable and safe place to visit.
What are the alternative locations for diving in the European side of the ...
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I didn't apply enough DWR treatment to my jacket, can I just add more?
I went and applied grangers DWR treatment to my waterproof cycling jacket and put it in the dryer for a few minutes to set it. After my first couple rides, it appears there are a few small spots where ...
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How to identify a good location to catch Signal Crayfish near River Don
Would anyone know how to identify a good location to catch Cray Fish at the River Don?
I live in Doncaster (UK) and so the River Don would be ideal to catch the American Signal Crayfish.
Looking at ...
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How common are avian diseases?
I feed the local birds quite a lot, and am wondering about the possibility of contracting any avian-related illnessess. How often is it for us to come across a disease-ridden bird anywhere, as well as ...
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Resources for camping in Georgia (country)
Is there any resource provided by the Georgian government or by any other agencies about the camping in Georgia? I would like to know about the rules and safety aspects.
Any resource on these would ...
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What is this plant with leaves that have serrated edges, and white flowers, found in Malaysia?
I am visiting some relatives in Malaysia. They introduced me to this plant and talk about the health benefits of consuming this plant. I am trying to find out more about this plant, but they could ...
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What's the best way to use bucktail jigs to catch Butterfly Peacock bass?
I would like to fish for Butterfly Peacock bass with some bucktail jigs but I haven't been able to find information on the best way to rig my line to have a successful setup.
Some specifics of my ...
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Strange nocturnal animal sounds in Massachusetts
My husband and I were woken last night by animal sounds we've never heard before. We live in MA on the border of NH by wetlands. It sounded like a group of animals, at least 3. Their sound started ...
