Zürich

At the Arc'teryx Academy in the Giessereihalle in Zurich, you can spend the whole day in the spirit of outdoor and mountain sports. The day's program includes workshops on climbing/bouldering, climate research and outdoor photography, while the evening program is filled with film screenings, lectures and, of course, a party. And best of all: admission is free! Here is the exact schedule of the Arc'teryx Academy.

Three years ago, ski enthusiasts from Switzerland and Afghanistan organized the first ski touring race in the Koh-e Baba Gerbirge northwest of Kabul. The challenge is to conquer 600-1200 meters of altitude up- and downhill. The race is growing steadily and in 2013 there were already 15 participants from Afghanistan, including 5 women, and 15 participants from Australia, England, France, Norway and the USA.