The development of climbing rating systems came about during the late nineteenth and early twentieth centuries in Britain and Germany. The ratings used internationally today include four for alpine climbing, four for ice and two for aid climbing. Though bouldering was originally just a game that alpinists enjoyed, bouldering as a sport in itself has become p… read more
Rock climbing is a sport that requires a very specific type of shoes--tight-fitting shoes with a sticky rubber sole and sharp edges are a necessity when ascending a sheer rock face. For each facet of rock climbing, there's an ideal sho… read more
Oatman, Arizona, is a former mining town near the Mojave Desert in the western part of the state. The community has a very small population. Desert hiking, mountain biking, rock climbing and bouldering can be enjoyed in the region surr… read more
You've already tried car and RV camping. You've camped at commercial campsites that had a convenient restroom and water supply. Now, you want to explore the road less traveled. Backcountry camping, also known as primitive camping, is a wonderful way to explore the remote...
Pismo State Beach, California, has many attractions and activities including camping, swimming, hiking and wildlife viewing. Birdwatching is one of the primary activities in the area. The park also has the largest over-wintering colony of monarch butterflies in the natio...
The first and most fundamental thing is never hike alone. There are too many situations, especially as an unexperienced hiker, where you may find yourself without anyone to help you. So the buddy system works and applies very much in hiking.
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