LPC: Things to remember about the altitude in Santa Fe
Linux Plumbers Conference starts November 1 in Santa Fe, NM, which is at a
higher altitude than many people are used to. The organizers have a few
tips for people who are not used to high altitudes.
| From: | Jake Edge <jake-AT-lwn.net> | |
| To: | lpc-announce-AT-lists.linuxplumbersconf.org | |
| Subject: | [Lpc-announce] Things to remember about the altitude in Santa Fe | |
| Date: | Sun, 23 Oct 2016 18:38:45 -0600 | |
| Message-ID: | <20161023183845.25e28a39@redtail> |
Santa Fe is at an altitude of 7,200 feet (2,200m). There are a few things that attendees who are not used to higher altitudes may want to bear in mind: * Give yourself some time to acclimate — take it easy the first 24-48 hours of your trip and plan quieter activities before going all out with higher-intensity endeavors. * The humidity at this altitude is much lower than most people are used to. It is surprisingly easy to become dehydrated, so make a point of drinking water regularly. Watch out for caffeine and alcohol, which can worsen dehydration. Note that some people feel the effects of alcohol more strongly at altitude; be careful until you know how you respond. * Eat foods that promote oxygen use – like complex carbohydrates (whole grains, fruits, vegetables, and legumes). * Know the signs of altitude sickness – and they are not a sign of weakness! Let someone know if you start feeling headaches, dizziness, nausea/vomiting, and intense fatigue. * Don't be fooled by the late-season sun, it’s easy to get sunburned at this altitude. * Temperatures can vary widely over the course of the day; be prepared for a chilly evening even if the day is pleasant. LPC [1] will be held November 1-4 in Santa Fe, New Mexico, US, co-located with the Kernel Summit. [1] http://www.linuxplumbersconf.org/2016/ _______________________________________________ Lpc-announce mailing list Lpc-announce@lists.linuxplumbersconf.org http://lists.linuxplumbersconf.org/mailman/listinfo/lpc-a...