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

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

Recovering Star: Beth Rodden

When I think of notable female rock climber, probably one of the first names that comes to mind is Beth Rodden. From being the youngest female to climb a 5.14a to red-pointing the FA of Meltdown a previously ungraded climb in Yosemite valley. There is no doubt that she is one of climbing's most respected

By |2017-12-16T19:34:53+00:00July 18th, 2010|News|Comments Off on Recovering Star: Beth Rodden

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

Passive and Active Protection, The Benefits

Anyone who is involved with the sport has likely heard the terms passive and active protection, but may wonder what does that all mean and what is better. Well I will begin by saying that I have heard both sides of the coin many times, so ultimately it is a matter of preference, but there

By |2017-12-16T19:34:54+00:00July 12th, 2010|News|Comments Off on Passive and Active Protection, The Benefits

New River Rendezvous Ocho Loco

On Thursday my crew and I will be packing up our climbing and camping gear and heading southwest to the famous New River Gorge for a long weekend of camping, climbing and an all out party. Yes we will be partaking in this years New River Rendezvous. for those of you not aware, the New

By |2010-07-11T15:37:07+00:00July 11th, 2010|News|Comments Off on New River Rendezvous Ocho Loco