Kateryna Babych

About the manager

I discovered the mountains for myself in 2017. It was holiday time, and I needed to plan how I would spend 24 days. The city and a cottage in the countryside were no longer an option; I needed a change. I barely survived my first hike. I chose a five-day hike along the Chornohora Ridge with a tent in the Carpathians, and to top it all off, I ended up in the thunderstorm season. I had no hiking experience and no proper kit. I told myself I’d never go hiking again, but two weeks later – I was on Borzhava. A few months later, I joined a sports club. I took part in sporting competitions and started going on graded hikes. I’ve been to the mountains of Ukraine, Slovakia, Poland, Georgia, Turkey and Norway.

In the mountains, I found friends, kindred spirits, people who share my outlook and are just as crazy as I am.

For me, the mountains represent freedom – a place where you can truly be yourself and feel at one with the universe. I want everyone to have the chance to ‘experience beauty’, to enjoy nature and to be inspired by its splendour. This is where I can help: I can advise you on equipment and help you choose a hike.

May you enjoy the beautiful scenery and wonderful photos!