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A Beginners Guide to Rock Climbing Part 2

August 22, 2023September 19, 2023Outdoor Adventure Kaya Lindsay Leave a Comment on A Beginners Guide to Rock Climbing Part 2

There is a lot of gear involved in rock climbing, but beginners need not fear. It can be as simple as getting a pair of climbing shoes and a chalk bag, or as complicated as getting a big wall haul…

A Beginners Guide to Rock Climbing Part 1

August 15, 2023August 29, 2023Outdoor Adventure Kaya Lindsay Leave a Comment on A Beginners Guide to Rock Climbing Part 1

The beauty of rock climbing is that there is an endless variety of climbing for every age and skill level. No matter how strong you are, there are some excellent climbs for you! 

From Hiking to Mountaineering: Making the Jump

July 18, 2023August 9, 2023Outdoor Adventure, Stories Sam Chaneles Leave a Comment on From Hiking to Mountaineering: Making the Jump

Mountaineering is an extension of hiking, backpacking, and basic backcountry skills. It takes fundamental skills, such as reading a map or following a developed path, and pushes them into more varied terrain.

So You Want to Start Crack Climbing?

July 13, 2023Outdoor Adventure, Stories, Women in the Outdoors Kaya Lindsay Leave a Comment on So You Want to Start Crack Climbing?

Crack climbing is a style of rock climbing that involves jamming your hands and feet into cracks instead of pulling on face holds. 

Carabiners 101

June 27, 2023July 27, 2023Outdoor Adventure, Stories Evan Watts Leave a Comment on Carabiners 101

Ultimately, all properly certified carabiners can get the job done, but some are better in specific scenarios. But maybe next time you are at the gear store or browsing the web, you can put some more thought into these little…

ProView – HIMALI Women’s Pursuit Longsleeve Tech Tee Review

June 19, 2023July 9, 2023Backpacking and Hiking, Climbing, Himali, Ice Climbing, Mountaineering, ProView Gear Reviews, Snow Jackie Florman Leave a Comment on ProView – HIMALI Women’s Pursuit Longsleeve Tech Tee Review

I found the Pursuit Longsleeve Tech Tee to be a functional, durable base layer top with high versatility in mountain environments.

ProView – Zeal Optics Fillmore Review

June 16, 2023July 9, 2023Backpacking and Hiking, Camping, ProView Gear Reviews, Zeal Optics Kelly Greene Leave a Comment on ProView – Zeal Optics Fillmore Review

Zeal’s Fillmore sunglasses are an eye catching design that are both comfortable, high-performing, and environmentally friendly.

How to Prep for Summer Climbing Trips

June 13, 2023June 28, 2023Outdoor Adventure, Stories, Women in the Outdoors Kaya Lindsay Leave a Comment on How to Prep for Summer Climbing Trips

No matter what your skill level is, proper preparation is essential for a safe and successful summer climbing trip.

ProView – Zeal Optics Hondo Review

June 12, 2023September 12, 2023Backpacking and Hiking, Camping, ProView Gear Reviews, Zeal Optics Zac Swank Leave a Comment on ProView – Zeal Optics Hondo Review

I tested the new Zeal Optics Hondo sunglasses in the heat and sunlight of Texas on a hunting trip. Protecting my eyes while running through the brush after wild invasive pigs.

Adventures to Bring your Dad on for Fathers Day 

June 6, 2023June 28, 2023Outdoor Adventure, Stories, Women in the Outdoors Kaya Lindsay Leave a Comment on Adventures to Bring your Dad on for Fathers Day 

Did you forget that Father's Day is coming up? Don’t worry! We are here to help.

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