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Wednesday, March 17, 2010

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Two Montana Fire Fighters in Ski Mountaineering Competition
Wed, 17 Mar 2010 02:01:26 GMT

Two Montana fire fighters helped North America grab its highest place ever in ski mountaineering.

Steep Climb: Most Dangerous In The Alps
Tue, 16 Mar 2010 09:05:36 GMT

Two of the Austrian team members race against time and the German team in scaling the vertical north face of the Eiger in "North Face," a mountain-climbing drama opening Friday at the Circle Cinema, 10 S. Lewis Ave.

Climbing high for charity fundraising
Sun, 14 Mar 2010 09:04:30 GMT

THEY'RE on top of the world after their mountain climbing challenge raised cash for Sports Relief! Two Scarborough climbers proved they're in peak condition by scaling 3209 feet high Scafell Pike in a charity climb on Wednesday.

Climbing couple's tales wow Richland crowd
Sun, 14 Mar 2010 00:48:14 GMT

Phil Ershler figured he might never return to the summit of Mount Everest after he reached it alone in 1984, becoming the first American to do so from the North Face of the world's tallest mountain.

A Conversation with Climbing Legend Steve Mammen and Gym Visionary Thomas Betterton: Part 3
Sat, 13 Mar 2010 16:33:15 GMT

Mike Brooks and Smokey hold court in the KVCU 1190 AM studios every other Friday night at 11 PM.

Ooh Chooses Adventure Out's Rock Climbing for Beginners in California ...
Sat, 13 Mar 2010 08:19:39 GMT

What: Adventure Out's Rock Climbing for Beginners in Los Gatos, Calif. and a Group Gite for up to 14 people in West-Central France are this week's $100 winners.

Peak Challenge On Mountain Expedition
Fri, 12 Mar 2010 00:25:51 GMT

MOUNTAIN climbing and the world of business are coming together to raise money for a Sandbach charity.

Scary mountain-climbing thriller North Face pits man against vertical terror and flesh-freezing frost
Thu, 11 Mar 2010 16:23:54 GMT

As the Nazis were coming to power in the 1920s and early '30s, the German film industry became enamored of the mountain film - a genre that exalted athleticism and the triumph of man over nature.

Sports Climbing for Olympics
Wed, 10 Mar 2010 16:49:04 GMT

Sports Climbing for Olympics >> Posted By gateway2adventure 22 hours, 56 minutes ago in Sports The International Federation of Sport Climbing recognized Climbing as an entry for the Olympics.

Tampa adventure editor on assignment zip lining Kauai, Hawaii
Tue, 09 Mar 2010 13:29:37 GMT

Go on assignment with your local Tampa Bay Adventure Examiner and Adventure Editor to Kauai, Hawaii and experience zip lining from the 40-foot roots of a giant Banyan tree: In my adventurous attempt to seek islands that offer the rewards and demands of living apart from creature comforts, I have gone too far - literally thousands of miles from the ...

New climbing wall opens
Sun, 07 Mar 2010 13:04:41 GMT

CLIMBING enthusiasts will be leaping for joy with the opening of a new climbing installation at the People's Association Water-Venture Adventure Sports Centre in Pasir Ris.

The Olympics: Vancouver 2010 coverage and the future of sport climbing
Wed, 03 Mar 2010 16:30:08 GMT

Have you had enough of the 2010 Vancouver Olympics yet? Two weeks' worth of fantastic athleticism and I'm only just getting over it.

Climbing up Langbian mountain in early Spring,
Wed, 03 Mar 2010 01:12:51 GMT

Langbian Mountain has become an attractive destination for tourists thanks to its biodiversity and attractions such as mountain climbing, camping and the traditional cultures of its ethnic minority groups.

Rock climbers scale first hurdle to Olympic dream
Tue, 02 Mar 2010 15:48:47 GMT

Paul Waldie Vancouver - Published on Monday, Mar. 01, 2010 5:12AM EST Last updated on Monday, Mar.

Safe Climbing - A Devotion
Sun, 28 Feb 2010 15:38:00 GMT

Safe Climbing February 28, 2010 Psalm 24:3-6 Who can climb Mount GOD? Who can scale the holy north-face? Only the clean-handed, only the pure-hearted; Men who won't cheat, women who won't seduce.

New Adventure Company Enables Anyone to Climb a Via Ferrata
Sun, 28 Feb 2010 07:33:58 GMT

Via Ferrata is a mountain route which is equipped with fixed cables, ladders, and bridges.

Ryan Farrer to lead travel talk tonight
Fri, 26 Feb 2010 07:15:41 GMT

Ryan Farrer recently spent six months in South Africa enjoying the experience of a lifetime.

The Performer: Blind mountain climber Eric Weihenmayer
Wed, 24 Feb 2010 06:52:46 GMT

By Jacqueline Nunes When he was 14, Colorado-based Erik Weihenmayer lost his sight to a rare disease called retinoschisis.

Mountain climbing
Tue, 23 Feb 2010 22:46:37 GMT

Eleanor King Newberry credits the Lord with restoring her will to live. The longtime Bland resident found peace - and a new friend - in her darkest hour.

Century-Old Slur Erased From Santa Monica Mountains Maps
Mon, 22 Feb 2010 13:40:25 GMT

A century-old slur was erased Saturday as authorities ceremoniously renamed a Santa Monica Mountains peak to commemorate a black pioneer who established a homestead at its base in 1880.


Topix Hiking

Mind your knees when hiking
Wed, 17 Mar 2010 04:24:53 GMT

A long hike into the wilderness can take a serious toll on the knees. The uneven terrain, rock slabs and sharp descents can punish knee joints and produce swelling and stiffness that can linger well after the outdoor adventure ends.

Hiking Grant Park - Seven Bridges Trail
Tue, 16 Mar 2010 07:41:16 GMT

Grant Park located in South Milwaukee offers a variety of recreation throughout the year from beaches to biking and cross country skiing as well as some off road, quaint hiking locations.

Top 10 Tips for Hiking with Kids
Mon, 15 Mar 2010 23:41:16 GMT

Hiking with kids can be a great way for a child to experience nature and get some exercise, but it can also be a tough experience for both the child and you.

the Extra Mile - Two to continue in volunteer spirit hiking Pacific...
Mon, 15 Mar 2010 08:17:28 GMT

Good things happen to animals when Heather Kierstead laces up her boots and goes for a long-distance hike.

Lafuma XLight OT Hiking Shoe - Men's
Sun, 14 Mar 2010 15:58:19 GMT

Millet Elevation 40 Backpack - 2440cu in: Hut to hut, pitch to pitch, the Elevation is there with you.

Missing hiker found dead at base of cliff
Sun, 14 Mar 2010 06:27:26 GMT

It has been more than nine days since Kate Huether went missing after going on a late-afternoon hike.

Winter Hiking Gear: Traction Devices
Sat, 13 Mar 2010 01:30:19 GMT

Have you tried hiking on an icy or snowy trail and decided maybe you should wait for spring or summer? Before you give up, consider buying a traction device.

Telluride gets Nine Inches of New, Eco-Adventures offers guided hiking to Palmyra
Fri, 12 Mar 2010 17:23:12 GMT

Woke up this morning to nine inches of new fresh, light snow on the slopes of Telluride.

Western Pennsylvania's Best Hiking Trail
Fri, 12 Mar 2010 09:22:42 GMT

One of Western Pennsylvania's number one nature attractions is the Laurel Ridge state park that offers 13,625 acres, and that includes the Laurel Highlands Hiking Trail.

Grand Canyon accommodations for South Rim hiking enthusiasts
Fri, 12 Mar 2010 01:18:17 GMT

The Grand Canyon area offers many types of accommodations for hikers. After you've spent a couple nights tenting in the backcountry, it may be worth the bucks to treat yourself to El Tovar's 3-star comfort.

Search for missing Portland hiker suspended
Thu, 11 Mar 2010 17:10:25 GMT

STEVENSON, Wash. -- Skamania County Undersheriff Dave Cox says a multi-day search for a Portland hiker missing near Bonneville Dam in Washington state has been suspended.

Grand Canyon hiking gear: 10 essential items
Wed, 10 Mar 2010 13:18:06 GMT

Grand Canyon hiking enthusiasts are warned to be prepared for the unexpected, expect to be warned about being prepared and prepare to expect the warnings.

Hiking Hogback Mountain in Klamath Falls
Wed, 10 Mar 2010 02:37:03 GMT

It's windy, cold and snowing lightly. For many people, it's a great day for staying inside.

Friends: Hiker's disappearance is 'suspicious'
Tue, 09 Mar 2010 18:22:32 GMT

A photo of Kate Heuther with her dog, Heuther's usual hiking companion. NEAR BONNEVILLE DAM, Wash.

Land trust to lead hike through conservation neighborhood
Mon, 08 Mar 2010 18:58:33 GMT

The Georges River Land Trust will offer a winter hike Saturday, March 13 from 9 to 11 a.m. at Old Woods Farm in Tenants Harbor.

Hiking in rattlesnake country
Sat, 06 Mar 2010 18:47:30 GMT

Warm weather is coming to the desert. Rattlesnakes will be leaving their dens so hikers should be a bit more cautious where they step and where they put their hands.

Hiking back to good days
Sat, 06 Mar 2010 10:46:07 GMT

Published: Saturday, March 6, 2010 at 1:00 a.m. Last Modified: Friday, March 5, 2010 at 9:28 p.m. My older daughter came home from college the other day, en route to Miami, so I took her out to Myakka River State Park.

Common Projects for Robert Geller Hiking Boots
Fri, 05 Mar 2010 21:44:34 GMT

Common Projects, the downtown shoe company best known for its sleek designs and gold-stamped numbers, created a fantastic pair of rustic hiking boots for Robert Gellera s Fall runway show.

Nicky swaps her high heels for hiking boots
Thu, 04 Mar 2010 17:34:41 GMT

A STRATHEARN trainee nurse has started training of another kind to get herself fit for a forthcoming fundraising challenge.

Accused denies knowing accomplice
Tue, 02 Mar 2010 18:57:43 GMT

One of two men facing 34 counts of fraud involving cloned and stolen credit cards denied knowing his accomplice during their trial in the Bellville Specialised Commercial Crime Court on Tuesday.