" Once you are in the mountains ,there is no such thing as an easy trek !" Those were the words from our trek leader, as we kicked off a 2 day trek to Nag Tibba . 10 minutes later, I couldn't agree more ! ( for different reasons though ;) ) In hindsight, 3 lessons learnt: 1. Prepare : Fitness requirements not to be taken lightly ( It would be a much more enjoyable experience, when you are not huffing and panting, wondering how on earth you would to climb up to 10000 ft, with heart pounding & lungs on the verge of collapse after every 20 steps ) 2. Friends : Go with people who are fun ( unless you are one of those out and out extroverts, who can make friends , whenever-wherever !!) 3. Shoes : Invest in a good pair. It can make or break your trek. (I would have been dead and gone esp. During the descend, otherwise ) Bottom line : Trekking is your time out in the wilderness, testing / pushing your limits. It is not for people expect