Pyrenees Lovers: Baldo Pérez

We had a coffee and chatted about the Pyrenees and adventure with our '...'.Pyrenees lovers‘.

 

Here everything takes on a superlative level. The Anayet peak, the remains of the chimney of a giant volcano, brother of the Midi d'Ossau, which is said to have reached a height of 7 km.

A photo posted by @baldito_ on Jan 27, 2016 at 10:59 PST

 

Name: Baldo Pérez

Location: Sabiñánigo (Huesca)

Instagram: @baldito_

 

Define yourself in a tweet:

Persevering, I try to put passion into everything I do. Tomorrow I want to look back and feel satisfied with what I have experienced.

What is your favourite place in the Pyrenees and why?

Tena Valley. It is my playground. Where my hobby grew. Many memories flow through this valley.

What equipment do you 'shoot' with?

Iphone 5s and 6.

 

The world needs more people who love what they do. Hell.

A photo posted by @baldito_ on Apr 10, 2016 at 10:15 PDT

 

What can't you leave at home? What is your '...?essential‘?

It's obvious that I like photography. I used to take a small compact Canon camera on my outings, but for a long time now I've only carried my mobile phone. I only remember the camera when I have to zoom in. Otherwise, my phone is enough for me.

Give us a tip for when we go on adventures.

Never go out into the mountains without having planned your day. Find out about the state of the route, the weather forecast, have a safer plan B in case things don't go as you thought they would and, in winter, pay close attention to the state of the snow. Nowadays you can find a lot of information about all these aspects on the internet.
There is no such thing as zero risk in the mountains, but we will try to minimise it as much as possible.
Once we have this under control, we will only have to enjoy ourselves.

What are the lessons you have learned from the mountain?

The mountain rules. It will always be there. A timely retreat is a victory. When it is not receptive, the best thing to do is to turn around and come back another time. After all, we're not risking our lives, we're out to get it back.

 

The Pyrenees are at the height of the season. Don't miss it. In the background, Panticosa ski slopes.

A photo posted by @baldito_ on Mar 20, 2016 at 12:29 PDT

Recommend a film

Towards Wild Routes (Into the wild)

Which person/character inspires you and why.

I believe that everyone should shape their life and seek that point of authenticity by being themselves. Try to do great things, live life to the fullest and inspiration will come.

What is the adventure of your life?

The one that is still to come.