News May 27, 2013
Posted: May 31, 2013 Filed under: Climbing, Cycling, Mountaineering, Paddlesports, Ski Area, Skiing / Snow Boarding | Tags: Alabama, Arapahoe Basin, California, Cycling, Kenai Peninsula, MISSISSIPPI, Mountaineering, Nebraska, Paddlesports, Six Mile Creek, skiing, YMCA Leave a commentRundown of weekly news that might be of interest!
Legal
The age that minors become adults.
I am constantly writing about the different legal issues of minors, here you can check on what that means for your state.
The age when a minor becomes an adult is currently 18 in 47 states. Alabama and Nebraska state law says an adult is someone who is 19 or older and Mississippi an adult is 21 or older.
There are exceptions for all the laws on minority in each state. A minor can become an adult if they marry, if they are emancipated or by special statutory exceptions.
Against the law now for kids to not pay attention?
Parents sue because kids were playing. Group of kids on a YMCA outing to a miniature golf course were playing around. One kid hit another in the mouth with a golf club and injured the girl. The parents are suing for inadequate supervision.
How many adults would you have to have to keep kids from playing around? 10 kids, 20 adults? The only result of these suits is kids are not going to be taken care of by adults except their parents.
Commercial whitewater fatality on the Kenai Peninsula‘s Six Mile Creek.
Skiing
Vail just got bigger!
Vail resorts just signed a 50 year lease to run The Canyons in Utah. This will make the Vail Season pretty amazing. Nine resorts (the PR forgot about #A-Basin) will be available to season pass holders in three states: CO, UT and CA.
Is resort a fake? Town is
New 23 lift resort has been approved in #BC Canada. Approval was granted by a town council of a town that does not exist…..
Paddlesports
Rituals v. Habits
Great article about how commercial boatman, sometimes pick up habits that become rituals in the Grand Canyon.
If you can call water flowing between concrete walls on a concrete floor a river……
The Los Angeles River is now open to the public again. Or at least 2.5 miles of it.
Training
Future Career or future disability
Training kids too hard to early does not create great athletic prodigies, only injuries.
#Nike has stopped its support for #LiveStrong.
Mountaineering
Climb meaning sitting in you easy chair with a beer
New iOs App allows you to climb Mtn Everest.
One way to get down
Video of a base jump? Paraglide off Mt. Everest
Overachievers!
Not satisfied to climb Mt #Everest once, David Liano Gonzalez climbed it twice, in the same season, once from the South Side (Nepalese) and once from the North Side (Chinese).
It’s still climbing….right?
Companies are considering putting a ladder on the Hilliary Step on Mt. Everest. There is already a ladder on the North side.
Nepal demanding payment for summit broadcast
There are actually rules for climbing Mt. #Everest. One of those is you cannot #broadcast from sacred areas. The summit is a sacred area. Now Nepal wants paid for a broadcast.
OR Business
Things change
#Nike has stopped its support for #LiveStrong.
OR Life
Animals are amazing
Video of amazing ways that animals defend themselves.
Oh, I’m a survivor
What happens after 400 years under a #glacier and the glacier retreats? Well if you are a #Moss you start to grow again.
This is just so wrong
10 Apps for Enjoying the Great Outdoors
Environment
With Glaciers retreating the mountains are coming down also.
Cycling
Infographic for cycling pre-ride checklist.
Mind the Ride
A bike riding group, Denver Cruisers (http://rec-law.us/17t1bOD) which rides every Wednesday night around downtown Denver has created a bicycle awareness campaign.
The campaign is pretty stark, very good and great for a group just not to promote themselves.
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Goldwin Korea to sponsor the UIAA Ice Climbing World Tour
Posted: December 27, 2012 Filed under: Climbing | Tags: Cheongsong, Climbing, Climbing Competition, Goldwin, Ice climbing, International Olympic Committee, Korea, North Face, UIAA, Union Internationale des Associations d'Alpinisme, World championship Leave a comment
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Want to know how far from normal outdoor recreation is?
Posted: December 20, 2012 Filed under: Climbing | Tags: AdventureTravel, Beth Rodden, Jim Moss, Portaledge, Rock climbing, Tommy Caldwell Leave a commentCheck out this picture and its caption
Do you think our world is not that far outside the norm? This dated picture of Beth Rodden and Tommy Caldwell on a ledge was on Reddit. Besides being old, Tommy and Beth have gone their separate ways, the editor describes their actions as “Even with climbing bolts it’s still hanging off of a m*th3rf*cking rock. My idea of excitement is occasionally taking my tea with sugar.”
Remember this when you are marketing your services. Most people think you are nuts, how is the jury going to look at what you do?
The World’s Scariest Place to Read a Book [PIC]
This couple is enjoying some down (or is it up?) time chillaxing on a portaledge attached to what looks to be a very steep cliff.
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2013 Mugs Stump Award
Posted: November 16, 2012 Filed under: Climbing, Mountaineering | Tags: Mugs Stump, Mugs Stump Award Leave a commentDeadline for applications for the Mugs Stump Award is December 14, 2012
This award is to further great climbs in the honor and memory of Mugs Stump. The award is giving to small climbing
teams with fast and light alpine objectives. Special attention is giving to applicants and teams that leaving no trace of their passage. For more information go to Mugs Stump Award. Past winners and more information on the award can be found here.
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Amer Alp Club–Zack Martin Call For Grant Applications 2012
Posted: March 22, 2012 Filed under: Climbing, Mountaineering | Tags: American Alpine Club, Anatoli Boukreev, Climbing, Federal grants in the United States, grant, Mountaineering, Petzl Leave a commentThe American Alpine Club is pleased to announce a CALL FOR APPLICATIONS for the 2012 ZACK MARTIN BREAKING BARRIERS GRANT. ZMBB grant applications are due, this year, on April 15. Below you will find grant information and the grant application process (at the bottom of the ZMBB Grant page)
A special thanks to Black Diamond and Petzl for supporting this grant through special merchandise deals for the recipients.
Regards
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The AAC Grants Webpage
Zack Martin Breaking Barriers Grant Page
The Zack Martin Breaking Barriers Grant (ZMBB) is a dual-purpose grant fund. The primary objective is humanitarian and the secondary objective is climbing, alpinism and/or exploration in the natural environment. The grantee must meet both objectives and is strongly encouraged to obtain additional funding. The humanitarian objective must be reasonable, and sustainable. Objectives that continue after implementation will receive the highest level of consideration. Focus the objective to affect the greatest human change. The alpine objective should focus on climbing and/or exploration but need not be at the leading edge of climbing or alpinism.
Zack Martin died just before his 25th birthday on Thanksgiving Day 2002. He was a recipient of AAC grants, the Anatoli Boukreev grant and others. Zack was concerned about the general arrogance and self-serving aspirations of climbers and explorers. He committed that on all future expeditions he would not only climb and explore but more importantly he would perform humanitarian service in the local community. He would “break a barrier” in the alpine environment and “break a barrier” in the heart of man. As Zack often said, “The only barrier holding you back is yourself.”
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Scary test results from testing old climbing ropes
Posted: January 19, 2010 Filed under: Climbing 1 CommentThanks to Dougald MacDonald for brining this to our attention
Dougald MacDonald runs a great blog The Mountain World. I enjoy Dougald’s writing style and his posts. He recently posted an article from Black Diamond about the breaking strength of old ropes. It is a scary article. See Retire those Ropes.
(A side note here. BD runs a great blog, but it is fancy also. Consequently, many blog readers cannot read it. I do not have time to track down dozens of blogs every morning so BD’s is skipped. Sometimes technology does you in when you are so fancy you cannot be read.)
The result of the testing done by BD was a rope that had repeated falls had a significantly lower breaking strength and not at the knot as you expect. Go to Dougald’s blog The Mountain World to read about these tests.
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What is in a Business Name: A Robbery if you are Black Diamond
Posted: September 24, 2009 Filed under: Climbing, Criminal Liability Leave a commentThis if funny, but at the same time scary. KSL TV is reporting in Robber apparently confused over loot at ‘Black Diamond’ company that a man attempted to rob Black Diamond Equipment Company of their precious jewels. Although many of us believe that Black Diamond skis, carabiners and other climbing and mountaineering equipment are precious and sometimes as expensive (J) I don’t think there is a big black market for those stolen jewels that a stupid thief could find.
If you see a Polynesian man in his 20s or 30s about 6 feet 3 inches tall with a medium build and a shaved head with a full-sleeve tattoo on his right arm wearing a large, distinctive square-faced watch on his left wrist driving a white 1990s Ford Escape-type SUV and selling climbing equipment it might be stolen.
Stupid crook!
CELEBRATING OUR 120 YEAR ANNIVERSARY AND THE INTRODUCTION OF A NEW BRAND
Posted: July 9, 2009 Filed under: Climbing Leave a comment
Cassin comes to the US
This year marks the 120th anniversary of CAMP Technical Adventure Equipment. The company remains family owned and operated from its headquarters based in the small town of Premana situated in the pre-Alps of Northern Italy. It was here that the great grandfathers of the current management created the first ice axes and crampons for the Italian military. They named their company after their home, Construzione Articoli Montagna Premana, which translates to Articles for Mountaineering Made in Premana. The history of CAMP is rich with famous first ascents, leading product innovations and a dedication to the alpine realm.
CAMP is well known as the leader in lightweight technical adventure equipment with the lightest gear in nearly every category we offer. We are also known for the breadth of our product line. Whether you are a beginning mountaineer on your first foray on Mount Hood or an experienced mountain guide, CAMP has the equipment you need.
In 1997, CAMP acquired another historic Italian climbing company, Cassin. The company was started in 1947 by another Italian and one of the most accomplished climbers of all time, Ricardo Cassin. Since acquiring the company, CAMP has developed Cassin into a premier and highly technical climbing brand. In keeping with the technical reputation of Cassin, the two categories that will be introduced to the US market in 2010 are Big Wall/Aid Climbing equipment and Technical Ice products. What you can expect from CAMP are upgrades to products in nearly every category including the Nano 23 lightweight carabiner and the award-winning new Stratos harness which blends lightweight and functionality in a way never before achieved.
CAMP USA once again invites you to experience our brands in booth #3000 at the 2009 Outdoor Retailer Summer Market. Our new collateral materials will be available and our entire product line will be on display in a new, more interactive way. We are contacting you today to arrange appointments with our experienced and knowledgeable staff.
E-mail a request for an appointment to Tommy Knoll (tommy@camp-usa.com) or call 720-932-779 to set an appointment.
Best Regards,
Tommy Knoll – Managing Director
Australian Climbing Accident investigated by police for criminal charges
Posted: March 17, 2009 Filed under: Climbing Leave a comment
An accident in Australia which resulted in a fatality is being investigated by the police for possible criminal charges. Facts about the case are abundant, but so far unofficial.
The issue is the bolts used to bolt a route where incorrect bolts for the rock being climbed. Expansion bolts were used when glue in bolts should have been used. The climber died when he fell and the bolts failed.
The issue that brings this to the police is the climbers who bolted the climb were told not to use expansion bolts. The guidebooks for the area states that expansion bolts should not be used. The climbers used expansion bolts and a climber died because of it. Remember, we are discussing Australian law, not US law.
For more information about this fatality see: Simon Carter’s News-Blog.
To see the original description of the route in Croatian see: Adventure Sport.
Climbing.com Launches Alpine, Bouldering, Sport and Trad Channels
Posted: February 14, 2009 Filed under: Climbing Leave a comment
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE 02.11.09
Skram Media, publisher of Climbing Magazine, today announced the launch of four targeted content channels on climbing.com, focusing on their readers most committed interests. Navigable from the climbing.com home page, the four channels focus on: alpinism, trad climbing, sport climbing, and bouldering.
“Climbing.com is the most content-rich climbing site in the country. By offering our readers a way to organize content by the type of climbing that most interests them, we’ve found another great way to connect readers to their passions,” said Luke Laeser, Online Editor for climbing.com. And, said Matt Samet, editor-in-chief of Climbing, “This only furthers the vision and reach of our brand and the site, the perfect complement to the print version of Climbing.”
Crowther added that he is in discussion with a number of leading manufacturers about online channel-sponsorship opportunities. “The Alpine Channel is generating a lot of interest. It’s clear there is a demand in the market now, and with climbing.com reaching over 100,000 unique visitors a month — an audience, for example, sevenfold larger than the total circulation of Alpinist Magazine under its former ownership — we can offer advertisers a more cost-effective way to reach this valuable segment of the climbing audience.”
Advertisers interested in finding out more about climbing.com and channel-sponsorship opportunities should contact Mark Crowther (mark@skrammedia.com) or go to skrammedia.com to download a media kit.
About Climbing.com: Widely regarded as the most trusted name in climbing news, climbing.com is the most visited climbing-content site in the country, and the URL of choice for climbers worldwide.
I write sometimes about emotions: anger, frustration or grief
Posted: May 14, 2008 Filed under: Climbing, Idaho | Tags: Anger, Family, Grief Loss and Bereavement, health, Idaho, Mental Health, Support group Leave a commentIn this case a family has taken their grief over the loss of a mountain climbing son and created an organization to assist in finding lost climbers. The Jon Francis Foundation was set up to help families search for missing loved ones.
Jon Francis was a 24 year old climber who was missing for a year on an Idahomountain.
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Jon’s father is also writing a book detailing the year long search for his son.
In all the family has undertaken a lot of work to help others they do not know. It has very real and well founded goals of helping others. All of the work is driven over the loss of a loved one. Always remember when you are dealing in this situation you are dealing with more emotion than many people can deal with. This emotion does not fade like most, in some cases it may continue to build.
In this case it has resulted in helping others who may be in the same terrible situation.
Stillwater family turns grief into purpose
Want to work in the climbing and mountaineering industry?
Posted: March 8, 2008 Filed under: Climbing, Climbing Wall | Tags: Customer service, Customer Support Leave a comment
JOB OPENING: Sales & Service Assistant
Start Date: Mid-late March 2008
Location: C.A.M.P. USA Offices – Broomfield, CO
Weekly Work Expectations: Monday-Friday, 20 hours per week
C.A.M.P. USA, US distributor for the Italian climbing gear brand C.A.M.P., is looking for a Sales & Service Assistant to help with sales support, customer service, general office assistance and other professional duties. The Sales & Service Assistant will be tasked with responsibilities that include the following: interaction with dealers and customers, order entry and tracking, customer service, sales support, maintaining customer databases, coordinating sales trips and presentations, and general data management. It is our expectation that the ideal candidate will grow into other managerial duties like dealer management and sales.
C.A.M.P. USA is a growing company that prides itself on delivering the highest quality customer service to support sales of the most technical climbing hard goods in the world. The ideal candidate for the Sales & Service Assistant will have a desire to work in a small business where they will be challenged to apply their knowledge and time to a wide range of duties and tasks.
Interested applicants should submit a cover letter detailing their relevant work history and ambitions along with a resume detailing relevant education, work and personal experience as it applies to the position of Sales & Service Assistant. Applications can be sent to C.A.M.P. USA Managing Director Tommy Knoll at tommy@camp-usa.com.
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