National Brotherhood of Skiers 50th Anniversary in Vail, CO, Day 6: Powder, Races, and Uphill Skiing Day 6 of The National Brotherhood of Skiers 2023 Summit in Vail, CO, was filled with exciting events for all skiers. From movies featuring the NBS athletes to Backcountry skiing, there was something for everyone to do today. Luckily enough for the 2,180 summit attendees, Vail got a blanket of power last night to make these events a once-in-a-lifetime experience. […] Backcountry Haleigh Hafner | February 9, 2023 0 Comments
High Sierra: Fall Colors, Mt. Whitney, CA, Summit – Trip Report and Photo Tour You probably know how hard it is to get a permit for Mt Whitney, CA, especially during the summer months. There is a lottery and you must apply six months before your trip. However, with so many months in advance, you can’t predict whether there will be thunderstorms, wildfires, or even an early snowstorm. That said, September and October are […] Claire Weiss | October 5, 2022 0 Comments
The Top 10 Biggest Mountains in the Milky Way If you have ever considered climbing Mount Everest, which has a peak elevation of nearly 30,000 feet, then you may as well have Rheasilvia on your bucket list as well. Mountains are some of the most beautiful features here on Planet Earth, but other parts of the Milky Way galaxy also have some notable peaks. These are the tallest peaks known to […] Brains Jesse | July 27, 2022 0 Comments
Top 7 Most Dangerous Peaks in the World The top 14 tallest peaks in the world, commonly known as the 8,000s since they are all over 8,000m in elevation, attract mountaineers and extreme athletes searching for a dangerous challenge from all over. Many adventurers make it their life goal to climb one. For some, they try to climb as many as possible. For those seeking a challenging adventure, […] Brains Aunika Skogen | December 21, 2021 6 Comments
42,950 Vertical Feet in 5 Days on Washington’s 5 Volcanoes Washington state, nestled at the tip of the Pacific Northwest, is home to five active volcanoes. Mount Baker and Glacier Peak hold court in the Northern half of the state. Mount Rainier, Mount St. Helens, and Mount Adams form a triangle of volcanoes in the South. Four out of the five peaks stand at over 10,000ft. While many people aim […] Industry News Katy McClintic | July 12, 2021 0 Comments
Man Becomes Oldest American to Summit Mount Everest Who says you’re too old to do anything? On Sunday, May 23, Arthur Muir became the oldest American to climb the world’s highest peak at 29,031 feet, an official from the company that organized the expedition told Reuters. Seventy-five-years old. The average life expectancy for an American male is 78.5 years. Let that sink in for a moment. “Arthur Muir […] Climbing CragBrains | May 28, 2021 0 Comments
VIDEO: Vintage Footage of Alpinist Almost Killed on 1970 Attempt to Ski Mount Everest [arve url="https://youtu.be/piNRRg7WuG8"] Alex Mangels | March 11, 2021 Likes Tweets 0 Comments
A History of Everest | What It Took to Reach the Roof of the World Mount Everest, the highest mountain in the world, has captivated mountaineers for decades. Why? As George Mallory had once said, “Because it is there”. It is the ultimate symbol of human endeavor where many mountaineers have gone to fulfill their dreams, resulting in both triumph and tragedy. Related: Mount Everest is Visible From Kathmandu, Nepal for First Time in Living Memory […] Climbing Steven Agar | October 25, 2020 2 Comments
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