Tag: Mountaineering
Trad climbing explained
Climbing is a bit of a mysterious sport. There’s a lot of terminology to take in and lore to learn when you’re first starting out.…
Rockfall, a major risk for rock climbers
Most people know that rock climbing is dangerous. After all, it’s pretty obvious. However, most people have a skewed view of what the risks really…
America’s best summits for mountaineering beginners
Everyone who likes spending time in the great outdoors and actively strives to conquer any of the great summits that exist around the country understands…
7 Tips to getting started mountaineering
Getting a view from the top of the world is something you would never forget. But to get up to the top of the world,…
Thrill seekers: 7 most extreme activities you can try
If you enjoy the adrenaline rush that comes with the likes of skiing, running or anything that really gets your heart going, you may want…
How to choose the best hiking boots
Back when there was only a couple of styles to choose from and a handful of brands making high-quality hiking boots finding the best hiking…
The various types of climbing on rock and ice
There are various types of climbing, and each requires a number of different tools and skills. Activities from just hiking up a steep slope of…
Climbing in the gym
Probably the best way to begin rock climbing would be to go to a gym which has a climbing wall installed. Here you can learn…
A guide through Grand Teton National Park in Wyoming
Grand Teton National Park represents the American nation’s natural wonder and pride. It is a symbol of the pioneer spirit and the exploration of the…
History Changed: The Hillary Step Disappearance
Named after mountaineer Sir Edmund Hillary, the Hillary Step is, or possibly was, a 39-foot vertical rock face, situated on the southeast edge of Mount…