Let’s face it, climbers are an interesting bunch. Give us a couple of granola bars, chalk, a full tank of gas, and we’ll be on our merry little way to the next crag. Ask us what we want for the holidays though well that gets a little harder to explain… Continue reading “The Holiday Climbing Gift Guide for the Climber in your Life”
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Lonesome Lake Hut: A Gateway into the White Mountains
Written by Morgan Nankivell
The White Mountains of NH are incredible beautiful, vast & rugged. They are home to some of the highest & most challenging peaks found in the Northeast. Hikers make their way up along the AT enter into this wilderness often with the Lonesome Lake Hut being the first place to greet them.
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Are We Loving the Outdoors to Death?
That psyche at the end of a sunny day can largely define a mountain town. The streets buzz with energy as people grin like fools, boast of triumphs and recount near misses and spills. The feeling is addictive: people rush to the outdoors in search of adventure to get their fix. Whether it’s on the rock, up in the air, on a boat, or just in a good pair of hikers, there is an underlying motive: to get out and commune with nature.
Backpacking the White Mountains: Taking on the Pemi Loop
Written by Morgan Nankivell
This is what I was here for, this indescribable euphoric feeling of peace. The feeling that we had accomplished something significant. We were almost home, and I planned to ride this buzz the remaining 10 miles of the Pemi Loop back to the car. I hoped it would keep my aching feet marching and my spirits high. There had been many moments throughout the Pemi Loop that had me wondering why I was out here – some of the trails proved to be a form of self-inflicted torture of backpacking – but these moments like this one – this was the reason.
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Encountering AMS on Mount Whitney
When AMS turns the most epic adventure into the most humbling experience.
By Katrina Parent (@trineontrail)
Exploring the Shawangunks: Hiking Bonticou Crag
Written by Michele De Vincentis
Mohonk Preserve is New York’s largest visitor and member-supported nature preserve that’s home to 165,000 annual visitors and 8,000 acres of forests, cliffs, fields, ponds, and streams. It is located on the Shawankgunk Ridge, a section of the Appalachian Mountains that’s just 90 miles north of New York City.
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Hiking the White Mountains: The Franconia Ridge
Daunted by the idea of long hike, but seeking to seriously kill your comfort zone? Want to bag multiple 4K peaks in one shot? Then the Franconia Ridge Loop will quickly become the hike of your dreams!
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Exploring Spruce Knob and Seneca Rocks
Nestled in the heart of Appalachia is a land of rolling mountain ridges, knobs and gaps, that hold unending beauty and wonder. Take a look at what Time to Climb discovered on our trip to West Virginia!
Hiking Natural Bridge in Red River Gorge
Red River Gorge in the Boone National Forest of Kentucky is a treasure trove of natural wonders. Being a big hot spot for the rock climbing community, some don’t realize it also has endless miles of incredible hiking! For those who are vertically wary or just looking for an awesome rest day activity while climbing here, hiking Natural Bridge State Park is a must while in Red River Gorge!
Climbing with Long Hair – 5 ways to deal
There are accomplishments and feats that set women apart from men, and aside from our good bits, a good indicator is the length of our hair. Guys, consider yourselves lucky—unless you choose to spend a couple years living out of your van, you probably don’t have long, luscious hair.