One of the most important safety procedures that one can do before climbing is tying into the rope and anchor system properly. The knot that is most commonly used for tying into a harness is the ...

This workshop teaches participants the essential skill of belaying. This includes climbing terminology, equipment inspection and usage, proper knot tying, safety commands, and belay technique.

While belaying Vaill, Wanish crammed as many Trader Joe’s Fruit Bars into his mouth as he could stomach. They topped out in 5 hours and 25 minutes and raced down the East Ledges to the meadow ...

You will have trained professionals ensuring your safety, expertly belaying you as you climb up into the canopy — and your ...

On the second day of the climb, after bivouacking at the bottom of the wall for the night, Sweeny returns to his previous high point, with Clarky belaying again. Soon enough the whirring of his ...

Part of the excitement comes from the day the competition is held every year. Outdoor Pursuits hosts one competition per ...

Glenbard East girls basketball coach and physical education teacher Nicole Miller has climbed to the base of Mt. Everest. She ...

These are a series of downloadable files an a variety of outdoor programming topics including articles on outdoor activities, database and spreadsheet information about how to run an outdoor program, ...

For harsh climates, the Outdoor Research Transcendent Down Hoodie and Transcendent Down Jacket both have water-resistant and ...

While there is no replacement for learning how to climb from an in-person instructor, reading informational books can supplement your hands-on learning experien ...

What I look for is a belay parka designed for alpine climbers freezing their butts off while belaying their friends who are scared out of their minds above them. Really, it’s a jacket that only comes ...

This workshop teaches participants the essential skill of belaying. This includes climbing terminology, equipment inspection and usage, proper knot tying, safety commands, and belay technique.