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Ice Climbing Basics

Arp Smith — Tue, 22 Jul 2014 17:44:26 +0000

The adrenalin rush of climbing bare rock cliffs combined with the cold thunk of an ice ax going into ice. This is what ice climbing is all about. Take rock climbing one step farther by starting with some simple climbs, like small frozen waterfalls, then move onto some longer multi-pitch aide climbs. Throw in some mixed rock and ice for some experience in dry-tooling to get the game on. The skills used in ice climbing are very similar to those used in rock climbing, choose a path, use the ice tool, and go. It is just the climber, the ice, one or two ice tools, crampons, and a rope.

For more information on ice climbing go to http://www.rockclimbing.com/Articles/Introduction_to_Climbing/Ice_Climbing_101_755.html .

Mountaineering Basics

Arp Smith — Sun, 20 Jul 2014 17:44:25 +0000

Mountaineering is just one level up from backpacking and rock climbing with some winter camping thrown into the mix. Anyone can become a mountain climber if he/she has the drive to accomplish more than just packing into camp, scrambling up some rocks, or climbing a cliff face or frozen waterfall.

Put all of these skills together and you have a vertical endeavor that will push you to the limits of your capabilities. Watch the sun rise and see the amazing site of the mountains shadow cast onto the tops of the clouds, or the view of a thunderstorm from high above the clouds.

To really get into mountain climbing see http://matadornetwork.com/sports/how-to-get-started-mountaineering/ .

Rock Climbing Basics

Arp Smith — Fri, 18 Jul 2014 17:44:24 +0000

Rock climbing can be a very rewarding and physically demanding sport. It requires a certain level of concentration, physical fitness, and a strong enough will to push one’s self to the top. The sport can be a frightening one – the idea of dangling so high from a mountain – but with the right precautions, the risk is thoroughly diminished. Not only is rock climbing a good way to stay in shape, it offers people an exciting story with which to regale their friends and family.

For more information on learning how to get into rock climbing, please visit the link below.

http://www.rei.com/learn/expert-advice/getting-started-rock-climbing.html