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Proposed climbing hub aims to fill gaps in youth programming
18+ hour, 44+ min ago (876+ words) The group behind a proposed indoor climbing hub in Creston believes the project could help address gaps in local recreation programming. Kootenay Holds Climbing and Wellness Society recently unveiled plans for a facility featuring a bouldering gym, children's play area…...
Feds release new rock climbing policies allowing for fixed anchors
20+ hour, 41+ min ago (479+ words) Federal agencies are taking steps to protect established rock climbing routes, everywhere from the Wind River Range in Wyoming to Rocky Mountain National Park in Colorado, and they're asking climbers to weigh in. On June 15, the National Park Service (NPS),…...
Forest Service proposes first-ever rock climbing guidelines
1+ day, 17+ min ago (260+ words) The U. S. Forest Service is proposing national guidelines to establish recreational climbing as an appropriate use of its lands. The first-of-its-kind plan would also allow more fixed anchors in wilderness areas. Climbers often drill bolts into rock to install the anchors…...
Following Ghosts Up the Wall: Two Gen Z Climbers Chase a Legendary Andes Route " Explorersweb
23+ hour, 33+ min ago (690+ words) As a teenager, Dane Steadman saw a video on You Tube that he never forgot. It showed a wild climb that combined vertical rock, strange snow features, and precarious icicles, done by two guys he had never heard of named…...
Jakob Schubert making first ascent of B. I. G. (9c) at Flatanger in Norway
23+ hour, 44+ min ago (50+ words) Planetmountain. com Jakob Schubert making first ascent of B. I. G. (9c) at Flatanger in Norway Watch Jakob Schubert make the September 2023 first ascent of 'B. I. G.', his 9c at Flatanger in Norway....
Forest Service Proposes First National Policy for Recreational Climbing on Public Lands
1+ day, 3+ hour ago (196+ words) Montana Outdoor Forest Service Proposes First National Policy for Recreational Climbing on Public Lands The U. S. Forest Service will publish a proposed climbing directive in the Federal Register and initiate a 30-day public comment period. This proposal establishes the agency's first…...
Like the Inverse of AI: Jimmy Chin on Why Climbing Is More Important Than Ever
1+ day, 16+ hour ago (835+ words) I drop a lot of F-bombs in there, my apologies," Chin said. I think there are 17. There used to be 23, but we tried to trim it down." This week, he announced the September 28 release of Rules to Live By, a…...
Forest Service seeks public input on first national climbing policy
1+ day, 13+ min ago (212+ words) MISSOULA, Mont. " The U. S. Forest Service has proposed its first nationwide policy for managing recreational climbing on national forests and grasslands and is seeking public comment. The agency announced Wednesday that it will publish a proposed climbing directive in the Federal…...
Federal agencies seek public input on new rock climbing rules in New Mexico
1+ day, 12+ hour ago (376+ words) ALBUQUERQUE, N. M. " As popular as rock climbing has become in recent years, the rules behind it still have some catching up to do. But the creation of more unified national guidelines is on the agenda of multiple federal agencies this summer....
Harsh Goenka shares video of Maharashtra's 'most difficult' trek, know more
1+ day, 9+ hour ago (405+ words) Some people love to go trekking on holidays and are constantly on the lookout for places that give them the most thrilling experience. If you are someone who loves an adrenaline rush, the trek to Harihar Fort offers exactly that....