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Alex Honnold and Tommy Caldwell Send Massive Linkup in Rocky Mountain National Park, CO

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Earlier this week, the dynamic duo- Alex Honnold and Tommy Caldwell, climbed what they are calling the “Continental Divide Ultimate Linkup” in Rocky Mountain National Park. Starting at Mt. Meeker, the pair of climbers set off for a brutal 36-hour sufferfest. In total, Honnold and Caldwell traveled 35 miles, ascended 20,000 feet of vertical, summited 17 named mountains, and climbed […]
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Spencer Cox |
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The True Value Of A Backcountry Guide: Why and How To Hire One

In this world of strong-minded athletes willing to learn by trial and error and DIY attitudes, we’ve forgotten about an easier way of learning and progressing in the backcountry. The guide. Out there every day assessing snowpack, evaluating terrain and implementing the best safety techniques are incredible mountain guides who have chosen to make it their livelihood spending time outdoors […]
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Alex K |
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17th Annual Tahoe Adventure Film Festival Launches December 7, 2019 at MountBleu Resort, Lake Tahoe

Marking seventeen years of adventure sports cinematography and culture, Tahoe Adventure Film Festival (TAFF) is the annual gathering with the outdoor adventure community, animated with music, go-go dancers, wild entertainers, and dramatic action imagery. All before the films begin. It’s where the industry’s best filmmakers premier their latest adventure sports films one night only hosted by festival creator and adventurer, […]
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Powder Mountain, UT Applies For Permit To Let Whisper Ridge Build A Helipad At Their Resort

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It is no longer a secret that Heli-outfitter Whisper Ridge is teaming up with Powder Mountain with plans to build a helipad at their ski area. The purpose? Allowing access to remote mountain terrain for world-class heli-skiing, heli-biking, and heli-fishing experiences. The plan for the new helipad would allow helicopter flights into otherwise inaccessible mountain areas in Weber County for […]
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Martin Kuprianowicz |
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April Trip Report: SVAM and Northern California

My group traveled April 2nd-5th throughout Northern California including Olympic Valley, Truckee, Sierraville, Loyalton, Chilcoot, Vinton, Graeagle, Iron Horse, Portola, Quincy, and the outskirts of Lake Davis. During the day we skied inbounds at SquawAlpine  then ventured into the woods at night. Related: 70 Days at SquawAlpine Northern California Snowpack 2018 vs 2019 The adventure started by packing up early […]
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Rochelle Swanson |
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Adventure Activities at Snowshoe Mountain Resort, WV

  [Sponsored by Snowshoe Mountain] Snowshoe Mountain, WV has many activities to offer, other than skiing or riding, that are sure to keep everyone in your party entertained and wanting more. For those seeking the thrill of adventure, the Woods Escape Room, night skiing, adventure dining, off-road tours, snowmobile tours, tubing, and horseback riding are among the many activities offered […]
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Jenah MacGrain |
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“Troubling Trends” Surrounding the Increased Frequency of Alpine Illness HAPE

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According to a blog post by park rangers of Denali National Park, a sharp uptick in the number of climbers attempting to summit the 20,310-foot park namesake has led to a resurgence of High Altitude Pulmonary Edema. The condition, known as HAPE, most frequently occurs in normally healthy individuals traveling from lower elevations to areas above 8,200 feet, leaving popular […]
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Lucas Gauthier |
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Ski Trippin’ The Last Frontier: How to Plan a Successful AK Ski Adventure

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[sponsored by Alyeska] From school boy days, I recall pouring over snow mags or being transfixed by video parts. The remote lands, stunning topography, and unique cultures depicted there would inspire my later ski travels. And, of course, always beckoning from among those featured destinations was the Big X, Alaska; a mainstay upon ‘must hit’ lists. Today, years (and continents) […]
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Paulie |
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