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Rock Climbing in Cyprus

By: Jane Hodgson

One of the best sport climbing areas in Cyprus, Dhiarizou North and South are situated to north east of Paphos and offer quality rock climbing on limestone. more...

Climbing the Lake District's Pillar Rock

By: Anthony Toole

Of all the Cumbrian mountain summits, three are reserved strictly for the rock climber: Napes Needle, Scafell Pinnacle and Pillar Rock. more...

Great Gable, Birthplace of British Rock Climbing

By: Anthony Toole

The highest British mountains rise to little over 4,000 feet. Yet British climbers have contributed as much to mountaineering as have those from any other nation. more...

Beginner Rock Climbing in Squamish, B.C.

By: Min-ju Chiang

Even though Squamish, B.C. is known for many of its hard traditional crack climbs, a variety of novice-friendly top-rope climbs can still be found. more...

Ben Nevis

By: John Watson

Scotland and Britain's highest mountain, Ben Nevis is a popular trek and mountain climb and a must-do for every visitor to Scotland. more...

Gear to Climb Mont Blanc

By: Lisa Auer

What mountain clothing should be worn on Mont Blanc? What should be carried in a Mont Blanc back pack? The answer to these questions could influence one's summit success. more...

Technical Equipment to Climb Mont Blanc

By: Lisa Auer

Alpine gear for a classic mountaineering route on Mont Blanc includes the hardware needed to climb the mountain and the safety equipment for back up if things go wrong. more...

Maximize Summit Success Climbing Mont Blanc

By: Lisa Auer

Summiting western Europe's highest mountain is a life-time dream held by would-be mountaineers across the globe. Every year thousands attempt to climb this 4,800 m peak. more...

Singapore Women Surpass Deadly Mt. Everest

By: Julie Maggiacomo Carrera

Many have climbed and many have perished on the world's largest peak. Those who endeavor to stand on the top of the world need more than ordinary endurance for survival. more...

Rock Climbing Nevada's Lamoille Canyon

By: Amiee Maxwell

Lamoille Canyon is a recently developed climbing area in northeast Nevada. The area features sport climbing, top-rope routes, bouldering, and ice climbing. more...

Alpine Climbing in New Zealand

By: Patricia Deavoll

The Southern Alps of New Zealand run the length of the South Island from the 40th to the 47th parallel. They offer some of the best alpine climbing in the world. more...

Climbing in The Darrans, New Zealand

By: Patricia Deavoll

The Darran Mountains of Fiordland, situated at the southwest tip of New Zealand, provide visiting climbers with a unique visual and physical experience . more...

Climb Mt Tasman, New Zealand's Next Tallest Peak

By: Patricia Deavoll

Most visiting climbers to New Zealand are set on climbing the highest peak, Aoraki/ Mt Cook. Combine this with an ascent of Mt Tasman and double the satisfaction. more...

Guy Cotter, Top Himalayan Guide

By: Patricia Deavoll

A different outlook on mountaineering and an incredible amount of travel are some of the aspects of a 20 year guiding career Himalayan Guide Guy Cotter most cherishes. more...

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