The Extended Rappel: learn this skill for safer, easier rappelling
Extended rappels can increase safety when you’re rappelling. Learn this skill and adventure confidently and safely
Canyoneering
Canyoneering is a wild, new, and dangerous sport. Come get all the info you need to get into your next canyon safely, confidently, and with all the gear, knowledge, and preparation you need to get out the other side safely.
Blisters: Learn to prevent and treat these painful adventure-killers
Blisters can ruin any adventure faster than just about anything else. If you’ve ever experienced that sharp sting on your heel as you take each …
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Rappelling – learn how to get down safely every time
According to the 2017 Accidents in North American Climbing, 26% of all climbing-related accidents occur on the descent and 4% of all North American climbing …
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The Munter Mule – Essential for Canyoneering and Rappelling
If you’re only going to learn three knots for canyoneering, the munter mule should be one of them. (The other two should be the water …
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Donut Falls Rappel – Trip Report
Donut Falls often fills to capacity with hikers during the warmer months, but not in winter. I pulled into the parking lot at about 6:30 …
How to not die while canyoneering
A study conducted in 2007 on injury patterns among canyoneers identified the most common injuries encountered while canyoneering. The study broke down injury patterns by …
How to choose a canyoneering rope
Canyoneering rope – which one should you choose? Canyoneering ropes come in many breeds, colors, and styles – all designed for the rugged canyoneering environment. …