Gearhead: First Ascent Downlight Sweater

Cold weather season is quickly approaching, and for some places it is already a reality. Having warm clothing during these cold months is crucial to an enjoyable outdoor experience. I have been shopping around for a decent mid layer that could also stand alone as a jacket, recently I purchased the First Ascent

By |2017-12-16T19:34:50+00:00November 2nd, 2010|Gear|2 Comments

Earth Treks Self Rescue Seminar: Session 1

We all know that climbing is inherently dangerous, but that won't stop most of us from diving head first into this complex and enthralling sport. Have you ever found yourself in a sticky situation at the crag or in the backcountry? did you know what to do? Learning self rescue technique Is a excellent way

By |2017-12-16T19:34:53+00:00September 20th, 2010|Climbing|0 Comments

Summit For Someone 2011

In 2011 I will be participating in a Summit For Someone climb benefiting Big City Mountaineers. Big City Mountaineers is a Non-Profit organization aimed at getting at risk urban youth outdoors and learning about themselves, teamwork and other skills. I will be climbing a renown North American Peak or Possibly Kilimanjaro in Africa as a

By |2010-09-07T12:18:15+00:00September 7th, 2010|Climbing|0 Comments

Film Review: 180° South

“that trip had a big influence on both Doug and I, It kinda set the course for what we were gonna do later in life. - Yvon Chouinard The adventure of a lifetime, everyone aspires to take one, but many people rarely commit to such an "impossible" thing, or so they say. With things like

By |2017-12-16T19:34:53+00:00July 20th, 2010|Films|0 Comments

Footage from Katahdin

Back in June of 2010 Myself along with a few other eager adventurers set out for Baxter state park in northern Maine to climb to the northern terminus of the Appalachian Trail on Baxter Peak, Katahdin. Though our focus was to hike the mountain, and take in the magnificent views that Maine has to offer,

By |2017-12-16T19:34:53+00:00July 15th, 2010|Climbing, Hiking, Video|0 Comments