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However, it’s not always guaranteed that you can depend on the same group that you did last summer. - [The Punishment (Criminalization?) of Risk Management in Outdoor Adventure](https://www.outdoored.com/blogs/punishment-criminalization-risk-management-outdoor-adventure/) - Two recent (USA) court cases pose a new threat to outdoor adventure, for both commercial and private adventurers, and run contrary to practices and values which the outdoor community has worked hard to develop. I will outline the two cases, and offer some analysis of the threats which the cases may pose. I would like - [WEBINAR: When to go back to Programming? Risk Management Decisions for COVID-19](https://www.outdoored.com/blogs/webinar-when-go-back-programming-risk-management-decisions-covid-19/) - The focus of this webinar is examining the challenges of making risk management decisions about when to return to programming due to COVID-19. I explore using Safety I and Safety II approaches to risk management assessment and present some decision-making tools to help you determine how and when to start programming again and what level of activity that might mean. - [WEBINAR - Risk Assessment & Safety Management: Making Program Decisions in the COVID-19 Era](https://www.outdoored.com/blogs/webinar-risk-assessment-safety-management-making-program-decisions-covid-19-era/) - On April 24 I offered a Webinar on COVID-19 and Risk Management in collaboration with the Association for Experiential Education as part of their ongoing COVID-19 Webinar series. The traditional Safety I approach to risk management focuses on what is going wrong and takes a ‘control mistakes’ approach. Safety II focuses on what is going - [Wild Life - The Movie](https://www.outdoored.com/blogs/wild-life-the-movie/) - I got the opportunity to see an advance screening of WILD LIFE, the latest film from directors Chai Vasarhelyi and Jimmy Chin. Chai and Jimmy are spouses and the directorial team behind Meru the story of Conrad Anker, Jimmy Chin and Renan Ozturk's attempt to climb Shark's Fin Peak in the Himalayas, the Oscar Award - [Worse Case Scenarios: The Economic Crisis and Outdoor Education](https://www.outdoored.com/blogs/worse-case-scenarios-economic-crisis-and-outdoor-education/) - GREENFIREI was watching Jim Cramer of "Mad Money" on CNBC last night and his analysis of the economic crisis was striking. He said that we ought to be prepared for 2-4 years of severe recession with high unemployment and significant reductions in flexible income combined with increases in daily cost of living. He went on - [Are you ready for a nature binge](https://www.outdoored.com/blogs/are-you-ready-nature-binge/) - Going withoutEvery Easter in Ireland people celebrate the festival of Lent (even those who aren't terribly religious). For those of you unfamiliar with it, Lent requires that you abstain from a personal vice for 40 days. For some this is alcohol, for others it's chocolate or a range of the other typical ‘bad habits’. However, - [Wilderness Medical Society Recommendations on the Use of Epinephrine in Outdoor Education and Wilderness Settings](https://www.outdoored.com/blogs/wilderness-medical-society-recommendations-use-epinephrine-outdoor-education-and-wilderness/) - In the new issue of the Journal of Wilderness & Environmental Medicine is the Wilderness Medical Society Roundtable Report--Recommendations on the Use of Epinephrine in Outdoor Education and Wilderness Settings by Flavio Gaudio MD, Jay Lemery MD, and David Johnson MD. The WMS convened this roundtable at it's summer meeting in 2008 to explore areas - [Wilderness Medical Society Practice Guidelines for Frostbite](https://www.outdoored.com/blogs/wilderness-medical-society-practice-guidelines-frostbite/) - Led by Scott McIntosh, MD and his colleagues, the Wilderness Medical Society has published "Practice Guidelines for the Prevention and Treatment of Frostbite" (Wild Environ Med 2011:22;156-166). These guidelines are intended to provide clinicians about best evidence-based practices, and were derived from the deliberations of an expert panel, of which I was a member. The - [Wilderness Emergency Medical Services](https://www.outdoored.com/blogs/wilderness-emergency-medical-services/) - I am frequently asked to write articles for magazines, chapters for textbooks, and commentaries for journals. Almost always, these are published, but sometimes a publishing project will fall through. Such is the case with a book entitled "Prehospital Care - Pearls and Pitfalls," edited by two longstanding emergency physician friends. Since their book is not - [Why you should care about "Twittering"](https://www.outdoored.com/blogs/why-you-should-care-about-twittering/) - Twitter? Tweeting? Twibes? Come on, you say, isn't all that stuff ridiculous? No, it isn't. Used in certain ways, twittering is an amazing tool that allows you to "map the discourse" of any particular topic or field that you may be interested in. Used properly, twittering gives you access to people, topics, and resources that - [Why does your summer camp (or school, college, etc.) have a challenge course?](https://www.outdoored.com/blogs/why-does-your-summer-camp-or-school-college-etc-have-challenge-course/) - After finishing a whirlwind of camp trainings to kick off the summer, Ithought maybe I could put together a top 10 list of tips for the summer challenge course program. I am realizing that this may be a bit off the mark timing wise as the programs are already in full swing but it could - [When You Break or Lose A Tooth](https://www.outdoored.com/blogs/when-you-break-or-lose-tooth/) - Sometimes when a person falls or is struck in the mouth, a tooth is broken or knocked out. If a tooth is cracked (with the root still present and in place), there is little for the victim to do other than keep his mouth clean and avoid contact with extremes of temperature. If air, saliva, - [When to Use Tourniquets](https://www.outdoored.com/blogs/when-use-tourniquets/) - I am not sure that there is a consensus about their use but here is my opinion about tourniquets in remote and hostile environments.In brief: 1. Learn how to use one and practice with it. 2. Apply to stop bleeding not controlled by well-aimed direct pressure. 3. Use something wide and firm (but not hard) that - [What is Wilderness Medicine?](https://www.outdoored.com/blogs/what-wilderness-medicine/) - How does one start a blog - prime the pump so to speak. How about with thoughts on a definition? Back in the day, only 30 or so years ago, many of us, and the practice of wilderness medicine, were in our youth. As I sat through a boring and not very practical Advanced First - [WFA Scope of Practice Document Update](https://www.outdoored.com/blogs/wfa-scope-practice-document-update/) - The Wilderness First Aid (WFA) course, widely taught by numerous providers, can be burdened with unrealistic expectations of the topics and skills that can be taught in a basic layperson first aid program.In 2010, sensing a need to clarify what first aid skills and knowledge are realistic and practical for a WFA provider representatives from - [Update on Swine Influenza](https://www.outdoored.com/blogs/update-swine-influenza/) - From the Centers for Disease Control (CDC):Interim Guidance on Antiviral Recommendations for Patients with Confirmed or Suspected Swine Influenza A (H1N1) Virus Infection and Close Contacts This information is intended to provide interim guidance on the use of antiviral agents for treatment and chemoprophylaxis of swine influenza A (H1N1) virus infection. This includes patients with - [Update on AMS and HACE](https://www.outdoored.com/blogs/update-ams-and-hace/) - This is the seventh post based upon educational sessions and syllabus material presented at the Wilderness Medical Society Annual Meeting & 25th Anniversary held in Snowmass, Colorado from July 25-30. This post relates expert advice about acute mountain sickness (AMS) and high altitude cerebral edema (HACE) from Dr. Peter H. Hackett, MD, FACEP, who is - [Two People in a Sleeping Bag](https://www.outdoored.com/blogs/two-people-sleeping-bag/) - If you teach a class on treating hypothermia in the wilderness you are bound to be asked about the value of a warm person snuggling with a cold person in a sleeping bag. Actually, snuggling may not be the best word, because putting aside the giggles this conversation elicits in some audiences it’s not easy - [Treatment Principles](https://www.outdoored.com/blogs/treatment-principles/) - In Dr. Jerome Groopman’s “How Doctors Think” there is a tale of medical students from two different schools being told that two entirely different approaches to a problem are the gold standard. As they started to practice medicine they realized that, in fact, there were several approaches to this problem. Their education would have served - [Treatment for Burns](https://www.outdoored.com/blogs/treatment-burns/) - 1. Remove the victim from the source of the burn. If his clothing is on fire, roll him on the ground or smother him in a blanket to extinguish the flames. If the victim has been burned with chemicals, gallons of water should be used to wash off the harmful agents. If the eyes are - [Treating Severe Heatstroke with an External Cooling System](https://www.outdoored.com/blogs/treating-severe-heatstroke-external-cooling-system/) - Heatstroke is a life-threatening emergency. Therapeutic cooling measures need to be undertaken rapidly in order to prevent the catastrophic organ failure associated with markedly elevated body temperature. The general dictum is to cool the victim to a normal body temperature, but to take care not to go further into the territory of hypothermia ("overshoot"), which - [Treating Rattlesnake Bites in the Field](https://www.outdoored.com/blogs/treating-rattlesnake-bites-field/) - There are two excellent photographs of a rattlesnake bite victim that appear in the June 10, 2010 issue of the New England Journal of Medicine (362;23:2212). Entitled “Rattlesnake Envenomation” in the IMAGES IN CLINICAL MEDICINE feature, they show the bitten finger and the effects on the torso of a man who presented for medical care - [Travel to High Altitude with Children](https://www.outdoored.com/blogs/travel-high-altitude-children/) - In the current issue of High Altitude Medicine & Biology (volume 9, number 4, 2008), there is an excellent article entitled "Travel to High Altitude with Young Children: An Approach for Clinicians," authored by Michael Yaron and Susan Niermeyer.This article is a brief review of the principles of altitude illness in children. I found it - [Tomatoes and Salmonella](https://www.outdoored.com/blogs/tomatoes-and-salmonella/) - Let's just say that people who like to be outdoors are often the same people who like to eat tomatoes. Tomatoes are a staple food at cookouts, on backpacking trips when fresh food is carried, for lunch and dinner on the river, etc. Nothing tastes better than a homegrown beef tomato sprinkled lightly with a - [To Thaw or not to Thaw](https://www.outdoored.com/blogs/thaw-or-not-thaw/) - I was recently asked what to do if you can't make it back to the trailhead in one day with frozen toes and have to spend the night in the field? How do you keep the toes from thawing while keeping the rest of your body warm? This is a practical and real question. Thirty-four - [Tick-Borne Illness](https://www.outdoored.com/blogs/tick-borne-illness/) - This is the next post based upon a presentation given at the Wilderness Medical Society Annual Meeting held in Snowmass, Colorado from July 24-29, 2009. The presentation was entitled “Lessons Re-learned: The US Army’s Experience with Tick –Borne Illness.” It was delivered by John Westhoff, MD, who is a Fellow of the American College of - [Tick Attachment Sites](https://www.outdoored.com/blogs/tick-attachment-sites/) - The first issue of Volume 19 of the journal Wilderness & Environmental Medicine has just been published. It contains some very interesting information, some of which I will share with you in this and another post.In an article entitled "Tick Attachment Sites," Abdulkadir Gunduz and his colleagues looked at the location of attached ticks in - [The Value of Wilderness Medicine Research](https://www.outdoored.com/blogs/value-wilderness-medicine-research/) - Last week WMI held it’s annual staff meeting in Lander, Wyoming. One of our guest speakers, Stuart Harris MD, is the Director of the Wilderness Medicine Fellowship at Harvard and a high altitude researcher. He talked about hypoxia as a fundamental problem in medicine and how altitude illness allows us to focus on hypoxia in - [The Science of Experiential Learning](https://www.outdoored.com/blogs/science-experiential-learning/) - GREENFIREA recent editorial in Nature argues for more experiential, informal curriculum for students in science classes. The editorial titled: “Learning in the Wild” makes the point that informal learning environments are often much more powerful and longer lasting in transfer than formal classroom curricula. They go on to note: “Indeed, researchers say, the personal and idiosyncratic nature of informal - [The Role of the Routine Physical Examination in Young People](https://www.outdoored.com/blogs/role-routine-physical-examination-young-people/) - Increasing numbers of young people participate in outdoor activities, including strenuous competitive athletics. In so doing, they subject their bodies to stresses that are more intense and prolonged than those presented by a largely sedentary life. Every story of a sudden death in a young person is a tragedy, and usually accompanied by commentary pondering - [The Real Risk of Meds in the Woods](https://www.outdoored.com/blogs/real-risk-meds-woods/) - Many of us have weighed in on the “Meds in the Woods” issue with the competing moral and legal issues keeping the industry from making a uniform statement as to the best practice. With Good Samaritan and epinephrine laws varying from state to state, the discussion becomes even more complicated. At the Wilderness Risk Management - [The Milch Technique for Reducing a Shoulder Dislocation](https://www.outdoored.com/blogs/milch-technique-reducing-shoulder-dislocation/) - This post is contributed by Dr. Jeremy Joslin, an avid outdoor enthusiast who is currently training to become an emergency physician. Here goes: After a long day trekking through Utah's canyon country, you decide to start heading back to camp. Three days from a car, and an hour away from camp, your hiking partner slips - [The Intersection of Adventure Education and Risk Management Theory](https://www.outdoored.com/blogs/intersection-adventure-education-and-risk-management-theory/) - My name is Preston B. Cline, I am the founder and President of Adventure Management (www.adventuremanagement.com). We provide Operational Risk Management Training and Consulting to educational programs throughout the world. I have been asked by Rick Curtis to begin a Risk Management Blog related to Adventure Education.I want to begin by clarifying the areas that - [The Fully Stocked First Aid Kit](https://www.outdoored.com/blogs/fully-stocked-first-aid-kit/) - [Outdoor Ed Note: What goes into a good backcountry first aid kit is always a balancing act between size of group, length and remoteness of trip, first aid expertise, type of environment and potential environmental hazards, weight and cost. Our contributing blogger Dr. Paul Auerbach, author of numerous wilderness first aid books including Medicine in - [The Concept of Risk](https://www.outdoored.com/blogs/concept-risk/) - Dr. Robert “Brownie” Schoene, an enormously talented, accomplished, and insightful physician who resides within the bedrock of wilderness medicine, gave a wonderful presentation about the concept of risk at the 2010 annual summer meeting of the Wilderness Medical Society. Risk is inherent in outdoor activities, whether it is part of exploration, adventure, science, or industry. - [Teaching is Listening, Learning is Talking](https://www.outdoored.com/blogs/teaching-listening-learning-talking/) - GREENFIRETeaching is listening, learning is talking. This wonderful rule of thumb, from the educator and writer, Deborah Meier, reminds us that real learning comes, in large part, from being actively involved in the educational moment. Experiential educators have long known this and frequently advocate for teaching that involves the learner and does not, as Paulo - [Taking learning outside the classroom, a response to Covid-19](https://www.outdoored.com/blogs/taking-learning-outside-classroom-response-covid-19/) - A turning point ahead As we sit at home, locked away from direct contact with friends, family and the outdoors. We are in a situation that most of us could never have foreseen. We are forced to find new ways of being and many are pondering how we will get things back to ‘normal’. But - [Support for Ankle Sprains](https://www.outdoored.com/blogs/support-ankle-sprains/) - Sprained ankles are the bane of existence for hikers, trekker, and joggers—indeed for most athletes or anyone who has the opportunity to twist a foot on an uneven service, stepping over a rock, or falling into a hole. The classic first aid treatment is “RICE”—rest, ice, compression, and elevation. The utility of rest is obvious, - [Summer Health Tips](https://www.outdoored.com/blogs/summer-health-tips/) - I was recently invited by Revolution Health to offer their readers a few summer safety tips to beat the "silent summer spoilers." The following is a modified version of what was presented, with the notation that these afflictions are not so silent, and can certainly ruin your vacation or outdoor adventure.Sunburn can be brutal. The - [Subungual Hematoma](https://www.outdoored.com/blogs/subungual-hematoma/) - The following is a message that I received from a reader:"Professor Auerbach - I am an avid reader of your blog 'Medicine for the Outdoors.' Your two posts about foot blisters are really interesting. In my hiking experience there is another foot related issue, that is the subungual hematoma in the toenail. I think it - [Structure vs. Schedule: What’s the difference and why does it matter?](https://www.outdoored.com/blogs/structure-vs-schedule-whats-difference-and-why-does-it-matter/) - By Dan Miller, Professional Development Director, Association for Experiential Education Learning how to be an effective instructor on 30-day canoeing courses with adjudicated youth was no easy task. Of all the things that made it work, I believe these core principles were the most important. Structure: Simply defined as the things that DO NOT CHANGE - [Stinging Nettles](https://www.outdoored.com/blogs/stinging-nettles/) - Hikers often brush up against injurious plants, such as poison oak or thorny shrubs. One particularly vexing plant is the “ubiquitous weed, Urtica dioica,” commonly known as stinging nettles. As described in an article entitled “Mechanism of Action of Stinging Nettles” (Wilderness & Environmental Medicine:22,136-139,2011) by Alexander Cummings and Michael Olsen, direct contact exposure to - [Splinting](https://www.outdoored.com/blogs/splinting/) - A recent edition of an urban EMT magazine has an article on splinting that opens with a tale of a patient being transported with an un-splinted ankle fracture, and a reference to a study where only 25% of patients with extremity fractures had their injuries splinted before arrival at the ER, and fewer had RICE - [Speaking from Experience: Four Steps to Better Risk Management](https://www.outdoored.com/blogs/speaking-experience-four-steps-better-risk-management/) - by Dr. Angie Moline Last year I surveyed university faculty who teach field-based academic courses (i.e. geology, archeology, ecology) and learned that 64% of them felt that their university provided inadequate risk management support and training for field courses. When I talked to the directors of non-profit adult education programs, many of them felt the - [Ski Helmets and Reaction Time](https://www.outdoored.com/blogs/ski-helmets-and-reaction-time/) - Ski season is upon us. Many experts (including myself) are of the opinion that helmets should be worn by all downhill skiers and snowboarders to help prevent head injuries. One of the “con” arguments proposed by some persons who object to wearing helmets is that they interfere with skiing in such a way as to - [Sildenafil, altitude and exercise](https://www.outdoored.com/blogs/sildenafil-altitude-and-exercise/) - If you teach wilderness medicine you get used to questions about sildenafil (Viagra) and altitude illness. While there are many drugs considered as prevention or treatment of altitude illness, sildenafil seems to tweak more interest – imagine that. The questions do give me a sense of what people are talking about, and a recent inquiry - [Self Esteem and Mountaineering](https://www.outdoored.com/blogs/self-esteem-and-mountaineering/) - by Paul Auerbach, M.D.reposted with permission from the Medicine for the Outdoors Blog The journal Wilderness & Environmental Medicine, published by the Wilderness Medical Society, always has a number of very interesting articles of significance to the layperson outdoor medicine enthusiast. "Students Experience Self-Esteem Improvement During Mountaineering," by Saeid Bahaeloo-Horeh and Shervin Assari (WEM volume - [Sea Bather’s Rash](https://www.outdoored.com/blogs/sea-bathers-rash/) - From the month of May through September, oceangoers along the U.S. Gulf coast need to be concerned about a particular form of skin rash caused by tiny jellyfish. As the summer season progresses, this can also become a problem along the entire eastern seaboard. I've been afflicted while scuba diving in Cozumel, Mexico, and the - [Scorpion anti-venom](https://www.outdoored.com/blogs/scorpion-anti-venom/) - There is a study in today’s New England Journal of Medicine on an anti-venom for the bark scorpion Centruroides sculpturatus. Antivenom for the bark scorpion is a single sentence in our WFR curriculum “There is an antivenom available for serious envenomations.” It's need is rare. It's expensive, hard to store and well beyond the field - [Sawyer Squeeze Water Filtration System](https://www.outdoored.com/blogs/sawyer-squeeze-water-filtration-system/) - As most of you know, I am sometimes sent outdoor health equipment and supplies to evaluate. I’ve recently received a few items worthy of mention. Sawyer Squeeze Water Filtration SystemFirst, there is the Sawyer Products ‘Squeeze’ Water Filtration System. Advertised to be able to endure filtering 1 million gallons of water for the purpose of - [SAM Splint versus Philadelphia Collar](https://www.outdoored.com/blogs/sam-splint-versus-philadelphia-collar/) - In an issue of Wilderness and Environmental Medicine (Volume 20, Number 2, 2009), Todd McGrath and Crystal Murphy have written an article entitled “Comparison of a SAM Splint-Molded Cervical Collar with a Philadelphia Collar.” The objective of this study was to compare the effectiveness of a SAM Splint molded into a cervical collar with that - [Risk-taking Behavior and Helmet Use in Skiers](https://www.outdoored.com/blogs/risk-taking-behavior-and-helmet-use-skiers/) - The general consensus in the medical community regarding helmet use and skiing (also snowboarding) is that helmets should be worn to prevent or lessen head injuries related to falls and collisions. While a helmet may not significantly lessen deceleration forces upon the brain incurred by a sudden stop at high speed, they almost certainly somewhat - [Research Conference](https://www.outdoored.com/blogs/research-conference/) - I am still getting used to the idea of blogging. A few times a day I think "I should write something on that blog thing" and then it somehow gets lost. Since this is a blog on research, I am happy to report that any lack of blogging is due to my being overwhelmed with - [Raynaud's Phenomenon and Altitude](https://www.outdoored.com/blogs/raynauds-phenomenon-and-altitude/) - In a past issue of Wilderness and Environmental Medicine (Volume 20, Number 2, 2009), Andrew Luks and colleagues published an article entitled “Can People with Raynaud’s phenomenon Travel to High Altitude?” The purpose of their inquiry was to determine whether high altitude travel adversely affects mountain enthusiasts with Raynaud’s phenomenon (RP). RP is constriction of - [Rattlesnake Bite Tale](https://www.outdoored.com/blogs/rattlesnake-bite-tale/) - There is an article on the front page of the May 22, 2009 Casper Star Tribune, Wyoming's main newspaper. The gist of the tale is a dog bitten on the nose by a rattlesnake. It's owner sucks “venom” from the wound with his mouth, then drives the dog to a vet. The dog receives anti-venom - [Race, class, climate change, and outdoor education](https://www.outdoored.com/blogs/race-class-climate-change-and-outdoor-education/) - A recent post on climate change and race (https://tinyurl.com/b6fzp7) brings up an issue that really needs to be on the forefront of outdoor and environmental education moving forward. It is becoming increasingly clear that climate change will become the defining issue of our times. Just as with civil rights in the 1960's, this will require - [Rabies Vaccine Shortage](https://www.outdoored.com/blogs/rabies-vaccine-shortage/) - The American College of Emergency Physicians has just alerted emergency physicians that because of a shortage of rabies vaccine, they need to obtain a confirmation code from their state health department before ordering doses of the vaccine for post-exposure prophylaxis.Here is some information about rabies: Rabies virus infection occurs more frequently in wild than in - [Putting the challenge course to bed for winter](https://www.outdoored.com/blogs/putting-challenge-course-bed-winter/) - by Chris OrtizMany of you out there who manage a challenge course live in a climate in which we have this thing called winter or "the off-season" This is the time of year when it is no longer fun to be out climbing on the challenge course for the average participant. I do realize that - [Proper Hydration at High Altitude](https://www.outdoored.com/blogs/proper-hydration-high-altitude/) - The standard dictum when advising persons who travel to high altitude, and thus expose themselves to a lower atmospheric oxygen concentration, is to stay "well hydrated," which translates into drinking sufficient liquid that they urinate frequently, with urine color being light (not concentrated). However, this recommendation has heretofore never been based on science, just on - [Probiotics and Acute Infectious Diarrhea](https://www.outdoored.com/blogs/probiotics-and-acute-infectious-diarrhea/) - Probiotics are live microorganisms that are purposefully ingested by humans to improve their health—the thought is that probiotics improve “digestive health.” The specific microorganisms are commonly of the genera Lactobacillus, Bifidobacterium, and/or Bacillus. For instance, one or more probiotic preparations may be taken to re-populate the bowel with normal bacteria (in other words, to have - [Posterior Cruciate Ligament Injury](https://www.outdoored.com/blogs/posterior-cruciate-ligament-injury/) - We're in ski season and so a few unfortunate individuals will suffer few knee injuries. A while back, a reader asked me to describe an uncommon injury, which is a torn posterior cruciate ligament (PCL).This injury usually occurs during a fall. As you can see from the drawing, the PCL keeps the lower leg bone - [Poison Oak Allergic Contact Dermatitis](https://www.outdoored.com/blogs/poison-oak-allergic-contact-dermatitis/) - Case Reviews in Clinical Dermatology, Volume 1 Issue 3, had an interesting discussion about certain aspects of poison oak/ivy dermatitis. The following are some of the points made by the authors, with additional comments by me:"Contact dermatitis" (CD) is a broad term used to describe inflammation of the skin caused by direct contact with an - [Planning Food for Wilderness Expeditions](https://www.outdoored.com/blogs/planning-food-wilderness-expeditions/) - The Wilderness Medical Society held its Annual Meeting in Snowmass, Colorado from July 24-29, 2009. The meeting was very well attended and once again demonstrated that the Society is the hub organization devoted to advancing the science and clinical practice of wilderness medicine. The format this year was to add a great number of presentations - [Picaridin-Based Insect Repellent](https://www.outdoored.com/blogs/picaridin-based-insect-repellent/) - There is a plethora of insect repellents on the market. Many of the newer repellents are intended to replace DEET (N,N diethyl-m-toluamide), which is an excellent and reliable repellent, but which carries a distinctive odor, can dissolve certain fabrics, and has been associated with rare reports of toxicity when used in high concentrations. Newer insect - [Pain Management in Children for Broken Bones](https://www.outdoored.com/blogs/pain-management-children-broken-bones/) - Pain management is a hot topic in medicine in general and certainly in medicine for the outdoors. Injuries in particular, and many illnesses, cause pain, which in turn causes the victim to suffer. To a great extent, pain is subjective, but regardless of whether your pain is a "1" or a "10," it can be - [Packweight and Injury Study](https://www.outdoored.com/blogs/packweight-and-injury-study/) - I sit here with a brace on my left knee reading Injuries Relating to Hiking with a Pack during National Outdoor Leadership School Courses: A Risk Factor Analysis, published in the current edition of Wilderness and Environmental Medicine. It’s not comforting that my knee wasn’t injured backpacking. I slipped on ice taking out the garbage. The - [Outdoor Sports Injury Prevention](https://www.outdoored.com/blogs/outdoor-sports-injury-prevention/) - Outdoor recreation is the fastest growing category of recreation in the U.S., and perhaps worldwide. In addition to hiking, trekking, backbacking, camping, fishing, hunting, skiing, swimming, boating, scuba diving, and all of the other outdoor recreational activities with which we are familiar can be added sports activities, some of which include competitions. So, when you - [Outdoor Medicine and the Environment Redux](https://www.outdoored.com/blogs/outdoor-medicine-and-environment-redux/) - Earlier this year, I published a series of three posts based upon a commentary I wrote, entitled "Physicians and the Environment," that was published in the Journal of the American Medical Association. The commentary was an invited piece, and reflected some of my thoughts about current environmental issues and the role of the medical profession - [Oral Ondansetron to Assist Oral Rehydration Therapy](https://www.outdoored.com/blogs/oral-ondansetron-assist-oral-rehydration-therapy/) - Oral rehydration can be a lifesaving therapy for persons, particularly children, suffering from dehydration. The most common cause of dehydration in children is infectious diarrhea.When dehydration occurs, it is important to act swiftly. If fluid losses are significant, begin to replace liquids as soon as you can. Oral Rehydration Salts (ORS) that meet World Health - [Nutrition Needs for Rescuers and the Rescued](https://www.outdoored.com/blogs/nutrition-needs-rescuers-and-rescued/) - This is the next post based upon a presentation given at the Wilderness Medical Society Annual Meeting held in Snowmass, Colorado from July 24-29, 2009. The presentation was entitled “Special Nutrition Needs for the Rescued (and the Rescuer!).” It was delivered by Eldon “Wayne” Askew, PhD from the University of Utah. The objectives of the - [Naturally Occurring Toxins 2](https://www.outdoored.com/blogs/naturally-occurring-toxins-2/) - This is the sixteenth post based upon educational sessions and syllabus material presented at the Wilderness Medical Society Annual Meeting & 25th Anniversary held in Snowmass, Colorado from July 25 to 30, 2008. It includes information from a lecture entitled “Beautiful But Deadly: Naturally Occurring Toxins,” delivered by Edward J. (“Mel”) Otten, MD, FACMT, FAWM, - [National Estimates of Outdoor Recreational Injuries](https://www.outdoored.com/blogs/national-estimates-outdoor-recreational-injuries/) - In Volume 19, Number 2 (2008) of the journal Wilderness & Environmental Medicine appears an original research article entitled "National Estimates of Outdoor Recreational Injuries Treated in Emergency Departments, United States, 2004-2005," authored by Adrian H. Flores and his associates from the Division of Unintentional Injury Prevention, National Center for Injury Prevention and Control, Centers - [Mouth-to-Mouth Breathing Versus Mask-Assisted Breathing](https://www.outdoored.com/blogs/mouth-mouth-breathing-versus-mask-assisted-breathing/) - When a person performs cardiopulmonary (heart and lung) resuscitation (CPR), it is sometimes recommended to provide rescue breathing. This is certainly the case when the primary cause of the victim’s difficulty relates to failure to breathe adequately, such as with a drowning episode. When CPR first arrived on the landscape, laypersons were trained to perform - [Medical Words Matter: The Crap List](https://www.outdoored.com/blogs/medical-words-matter-crap-list/) - by Seth Hawkins MDThis article was originally published in the October 2015 issue of Emergency Medicine News Vol. 37 - Issue 10: p 29reprinted with permission I'd like to establish a new tradition: the Words Matter crap list. I envision this as a growing catalogue of those words that are, well, crap for those who care - [Medical Wilderness Adventure Race (MedWar)](https://www.outdoored.com/blogs/medical-wilderness-adventure-race-medwar/) - Yesterday I competed in my first “MedWAR” event in Park City Utah. MedWAR is short for Medical Wilderness Adventure Race. It combines wilderness medical challenges with adventure racing and was developed to provide medical students, residents, health care professionals, and wilderness enthusiasts with a practical, interactive, and enjoyable curriculum for learning wilderness medicine.This race, “Mountain - [Medical Decision-Making](https://www.outdoored.com/blogs/medical-decision-making/) - As an ambulance EMT I make an assessment, provide necessary treatment, and in most cases transport the patient. I rarely make a decision whether or not the patient needs to see the doctor. Yet in the wilderness this may be my decision to make. My judgment can affect the patient’s health, the safety of my - [Mechanical Supports for Ankle Sprains](https://www.outdoored.com/blogs/mechanical-supports-ankle-sprains/) - Much of how we know to practice medicine for the outdoors, including medicine in remote wilderness environments, comes from what we learn in the urban setting. For instance, I maintain my skills mostly in the Emergency Department at Stanford University. Because Stanford Hospital is a Level 1 trauma center, we care for many victims of - [Maintenance in between your yearly Challenge Course inspections](https://www.outdoored.com/blogs/maintenance-between-your-yearly-challenge-course-inspections/) - I was going to include this in my last post but that one was getting sort of long and I felt like there was enough information about this that it deserved its own posting. Here are some tips for keeping up on the maintenance in between your annual challenge course inspection by a qualified challenge - [Lightning Safety Awareness](https://www.outdoored.com/blogs/lightning-safety-awareness/) - This post relates information learned in a recent issue (Volume 22, Number 3, 2011) of the journal Wilderness & Environmental Medicine, published by the Wilderness Medical Society. In an article entitled “Lightning Safety Awareness of Visitors in Three California National Parks” by Lori Weichenthal et al, the authors set out to assess the level of - [Lightning Precautions](https://www.outdoored.com/blogs/lightning-precautions/) - Spring, summer (peak season), and autumn are the seasons during which we witness most thunderstorms, and during which people and animals are struck by lightning. The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration indicates that approximately 50 Americans are struck and killed each year by lightning.One of the world's experts on lightning injuries is Dr. Mary Ann - [Lightning in the Mountains](https://www.outdoored.com/blogs/lightning-mountains/) - I spent last week in the Wind Rivers with my daughter and two of my sons. One afternoon at 10,000’ we had a tremendous thunderstorm, likely fueled by monsoon moisture drifting north from the remnants of hurricane Dean. Thor’s bolts and simultaneous flash bangs danced and lanced off the high peaks.We saw the storm build - [Last Child In the Woods?](https://www.outdoored.com/blogs/last-child-woods/) - Richard Louv's provocative new book discusses what he calls "Nature Deficit Disorder"- a non-medical term that indicates the decline in outdoor play amongst the current generation of kids. From the jacket cover: the amount of space kids are allowed to roam freely outside their home is a ninth of what it was in 1970. I - [Laceration Repair in the Wilderness](https://www.outdoored.com/blogs/laceration-repair-wilderness/) - I'm delighted to present another guest post from Jeremy Joslin, M.D., entitled "Laceration Repair in the Wilderness": The Scenario It always happens by accident. You're using your new, lightweight pack saw to collect downed wood for an evening fire when the saw slips and slices into the back of your left thumb. Blood flows immediately, - [Jumping the Railing: Is Outdoor Education Losing Its Sense Of Adventure?](https://www.outdoored.com/blogs/jumping-railing-outdoor-education-losing-its-sense-adventure/) - GREENFIREI recently returned from leading a semester program to New Zealand for college students interested in environmental studies. As part of the semester, we travelled with a guide to Arthur's Pass National Park on the South Island to learn more about alpine ecology. While in the park, we took a trail up to a very - [It’s Hot in the Mountains!](https://www.outdoored.com/blogs/its-hot-mountains/) - I’ve just returned from leading a NOLS wilderness course in the Absaroka Mountains on the southern border of Yellowstone National Park. I saw a grizzly bear sow with two cubs close enough to be uncomfortable, heard wolves howl just outside our camp, and enjoyed the diverse wildflowers in a beautiful wilderness. I also experienced the - [Is Wilderness a Useful Environmental Ideal Anymore?](https://www.outdoored.com/blogs/wilderness-useful-environmental-ideal-anymore/) - I recently came across Brian Merchant’s blog about 7 classic American “Green” works of literature here: https://planetgreen.discovery.com/work-connect/read-american-environmental-classics.html. In the list: Walden by HD Thoreau, Silent Spring by Rachel Carson, Leaves of Grass by Walt Whitman, Steinbeck’s Grapes of Wrath, the Lorax by Dr. Seuss, and Stegner’s Wilderness Letter (see: https://wilderness.org/content/wilderness-letter). It made me think of - [Is "Smart" the new "Green"?](https://www.outdoored.com/blogs/smart-new-green/) - Watching and listening to "the discourse" on environmentalism in the popular press has been fascinating over the last five years. The sheer number of descriptors used to try to "brand" environmentalism for the 21st century seem to increase right along with our carbon emissions. Who are the losers in this game?1. "Preservation/Conservation." Too "retro" and - [iPhone Medical Apps: TickDoctor](https://www.outdoored.com/blogs/iphone-medical-apps-tickdoctor/) - Dr. Jeremy Joslin is a wilderness medicine aficionado and has without question posted the greatest number of intelligent and useful comments to posts at this blog. So, I'm pleased to learn that he has created a very useful iPhone application named TickDoctor.TickDoctor provides a stunning visual atlas of the most common ticks encountered in North - [Injury and Illness in College Outdoor Education - Study Published](https://www.outdoored.com/blogs/injury-and-illness-college-outdoor-education-study-published/) - The current issue of Wilderness and Environmental Medicine (Vol 21, Num4, 2010), the official publication for the Wilderness Medical Society, has an article titled “Injury and Illness in College Outdoor Education” by Flavio Gaudio MD and colleagues, that describes incident rates at Cornell Outdoor Education and makes comparisons to injury rates in traditional college sports.This - [Injuries and Illnesses in Wilderness Athletes](https://www.outdoored.com/blogs/injuries-and-illnesses-wilderness-athletes/) - This is the fourteenth post based upon educational sessions and syllabus material presented at the Wilderness Medical Society Annual Meeting & 25th Anniversary held in Snowmass, Colorado from July 25-30, 2008. The information here is adapted from an excellent presentation given by Dr. Arthur “Tony” Islas (MD, MPH, FAWM) from the University of Texas Health - [Industrial Strength Recreation? Greening Outdoor Education](https://www.outdoored.com/blogs/industrial-strength-recreation-greening-outdoor-education/) - GREENFIREA few years ago, I attended the ICORE conference in Salt Lake City where I heard a presenter describe the dramatic increase in usage of wilderness areas in the U.S. as "Industrial Strength" recreation. At the time, there was an interesting debate about the role of outdoor programs utilizing 'pristine" wilderness areas to the point - [In the Wake of Hurricane Irene – Methods of Water Disinfection](https://www.outdoored.com/blogs/wake-hurricane-irene-methods-water-disinfection/) - In the wake of Hurricane Irene, many people will be without electrical power for days. If they need to disinfect water to obtain drinking water, the following are some techniques that may be used:Water disinfection is the treatment of water with chemicals, boiling, or filtration in order to remove agents of infectious disease, such as - [Immunization Patch for Infectious Diarrhea](https://www.outdoored.com/blogs/immunization-patch-infectious-diarrhea/) - Infectious diarrhea from all causes is a major cause of morbidity and mortality among international travelers, including those who frequent wilderness areas. It would be wonderful if there was a vaccine against one or more of the infectious agents, which are commonly viruses, bacteria, and protozoa. Approximately a year ago, there was a publication in - [Immersion Foot](https://www.outdoored.com/blogs/immersion-foot/) - The view from my window is of the eastern slope of the Wind River Range. The high country gleams white with snow. The lower slopes are green with spring, or white with snow, depending on the day, or sometimes the hour. My hike last weekend was a combination of snowshoeing in wet snow and slopping - [Ibuprofen and Altitude Illness](https://www.outdoored.com/blogs/ibuprofen-and-altitude-illness/) - I've been receiving emails about the recent online publication of a study in the Annals of Emergency Medicine titled “Ibuprofen Prevents Altitude Illness: A Randomized Controlled Trial for Prevention of Altitude Illness With Nonsteroidal Anti-inflammatories.” the study was highlighted by several of the health blogs and newspapers.Eighty-six study participants took either ibuprofen 600 mg or - [How the Mountains Teach Democracy](https://www.outdoored.com/blogs/how-mountains-teach-democracy/) - Two stories recently struck me. One was a bit on NPR about a school administrator who decided to ban "tag" from the playground because it was causing too much conflict amongst classmates. Students will now be allowed to "run around" but may not engage in tag. The other was the report about the Virginia Tech - [How Do You Quantify Experiential Moments?](https://www.outdoored.com/blogs/how-do-you-quantify-experiential-moments/) - As a leader here at Drug Demand Reduction I am constantly being asked to validate our educational programs. As a prior fiscal officer I am knowledgeable of the ties our spreadsheets and numbers have that show the effectiveness of our programs on our Federal budget. We are constantly struggling to document and show on a - [Hot Water for Jellyfish Stings](https://www.outdoored.com/blogs/hot-water-jellyfish-stings/) - There are multiple therapies recommended for field therapy (first aid) for jellyfish stings. These include topical decontaminants, such as vinegar (acetic acid), rubbing alcohol, papain, citrus juice, ammonia, and others; rapid decontamination combined with removal of nematocysts (by scraping, shaving, or abrasion); application of ice or cold packs; and application of heat. In addition, there - [High Altitude Pulmonary Edema](https://www.outdoored.com/blogs/high-altitude-pulmonary-edema/) - We don’t see many cases of High Altitude Pulmonary Edema (HAPE) in the Wind Rivers, so last night’s case was a surprise. It was in many ways a classic scenario. The patient, a middle aged woman, started her backpack into the Winds two days ago and spent the first night at 10,200 and the second - [Helmets for Active Sports](https://www.outdoored.com/blogs/helmets-active-sports/) - The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration reported an analysis of motorcycle helmet use in fatal crashes. What was discovered is not surprising - namely, that in states in which there is not a state helmet law, the odds of a rider in a single-vehicle (e.g., the motorcycle) crash wearing a helmet was 72% less than - [Heat-related Illnesses](https://www.outdoored.com/blogs/heat-related-illnesses/) - This is the next post based upon a presentation given at the Wilderness Medical Society Annual Meeting held in Snowmass, Colorado from July 24-29, 2009. The presentation was entitled “Heat Related Illnesses.” It was delivered by Flavio Gaudio, M.D. from Weill Medical College of Cornell University. Dr. Gaudio is a very enthusiastic and articulate physician - [Hantavirus in Yosemite National Park](https://www.outdoored.com/blogs/hantavirus-yosemite-national-park/) - Our National Parks are a treasured heritage, and one of the ways in which we appreciate the outdoors. Millions of visitors flock to the parks in order to camp, hike, climb, swim and most of all, appreciate the wonder and natural beauty of America. As with any other outdoor setting, there are risks of injuries - [Handwashing, Giardia and old Tales](https://www.outdoored.com/blogs/handwashing-giardia-and-old-tales/) - Once there was a time, days of freedom and ignorance vaguely remembered as the 70’s, when we didn’t worry about wilderness water quality. We drank when and where we pleased. Yes, there was a tale of backpackers in Utah who became ill with “beaver fever” caused by Giardia, but we tried to ignore this challenge - [Hands-Only CPR](https://www.outdoored.com/blogs/hands-only-cpr/) - I imagine you have heard of or seen the media splash today on “Hands-only” CPR. It’s not an April’s Fools Joke. It stems from a press release by the American Heart Association (AHA) yesterday (Mar 31) that in turn reflects the position of their Emergency Cardiovascular Care (ECC) Committee. You can read the complete scientific - [Handling Patient Handoffs](https://www.outdoored.com/blogs/handling-patient-handoffs/) - One of the most dangerous times for a patient is during the transition, or "handoff," between providers. This is due to a number of reasons. First, the original provider(s) may not relay all the information he or she knows about the patient to the next provider(s). Second, the accepting team may take it for granted - [Hand Washing and Harness Suspension Injury](https://www.outdoored.com/blogs/hand-washing-and-harness-suspension-injury/) - We believe most of the diarrhea and flu-like illness on wilderness trips is caused by poor hand hygiene. In hospitals 5 to 10% of hospitalized patients acquire health-care associated infections during a hospital stay. There is an excellent and thorough video available free at the New England Journal of Medicine website. It's very informative, - [Hand Injuries Not to Miss](https://www.outdoored.com/blogs/hand-injuries-not-miss/) - Hand injuries are common in outdoor enthusiasts. Some of these injuries are easy to diagnose, and others are more difficult, usually because the signs and symptoms are subtle or because the examiner is inexperienced. Emergency physicians, such as me, need to be hyper-vigilant in order to avoid making a mistake in diagnosis. In the field, - [Ginkgo biloba and AMS](https://www.outdoored.com/blogs/ginkgo-biloba-and-ams/) - The current issues of the journals High Altitude Medicine and Biology and Wilderness and Environmental Medicine both have articles on the herbal medication Ginkgo biloba and prevention of acute mountain sickness (AMS). Ginkgo is appealing because, if effective, it would be a low cost herbal alternative to acetazolamide (Diamox) which is the current standard medication - [General First-Aid Principles](https://www.outdoored.com/blogs/general-first-aid-principles/) - The following is adapted from Medicine for the Outdoors: In all first-aid situations, the rescuer must remain calm. If you panic, you may lose control of the victim, as well as of yourself. To establish authority, speak and act calmly and purposefully. Allow the victim to discuss the incident, his (or her) situation, and his - [Gasping Respirations and CPR](https://www.outdoored.com/blogs/gasping-respirations-and-cpr/) - There have been a number of lay press articles and comments bouncing around the internet about the recent study speaking to gasping breathing and CPR. They are talking about a phenomena known to experienced field medical people; gasping, snorting, gurgling, moaning sounds, also know as agonal breathing, in patients without a pulse. The study seems - [Future Trends in Outdoor Education](https://www.outdoored.com/blogs/future-trends-outdoor-education/) - As we turn the corner away from the 00’s or the “aughts” or whatever historians will choose to call the last decade, it’s worth taking a moment to look ahead toward future trends and issues that will affect things in the outdoor education field for the next ten years or so. Future prognosticating is, of - [Frozen Autoinjectors and Armpits](https://www.outdoored.com/blogs/frozen-autoinjectors-and-armpits/) - I recently exchanged emails with a fellow who asked if it was acceptable to freeze the auto-injector in his first aid kit. I told him of course not, you may not have time to thaw the medication. Now curious, I intentionally froze four expired EpiPens® on a minus 22ºF night and timed how long it took to - [Fluoroquinolone Antibiotics can cause Tendon Rupture](https://www.outdoored.com/blogs/fluoroquinolone-antibiotics-can-cause-tendon-rupture/) - Outdoor enthusiasts are often stricken with infections for which they might be prescribed antibiotics in the class known as fluoroquinolones, one common member of which is ciprofloxacin (Cipro). They should be aware that a complication of taking a fluoroquinolone for more than a few days is development of tendinitis leading to tendon rupture, notably of - [Fatal Bear Attack](https://www.outdoored.com/blogs/fatal-bear-attack/) - By now, most everyone is familiar with the tragic circumstances in which a visitor on a trail in Yellowstone National Park on July 6, 2011 surprised a brown (grizzly) bear with cubs, provoking a fatal attack. Fortunately, events like this are rare. At the same time, they are also predictable by virtue of our understanding - [Evolving Snake Venom](https://www.outdoored.com/blogs/evolving-snake-venom/) - Have you heard the story of evolving snake venom? Apparently snake venom in general is becoming more potent and, gasp, snakes have been interbreeding and sharing potent neurotoxins. Alas, while this is good stuff for horror movies, it’s not yet been scientifically demonstrated and probably isn’t true. There were several media articles in 2009 describing - [Evidence-Based Management of Wilderness Injuries](https://www.outdoored.com/blogs/evidence-based-management-wilderness-injuries/) - This is the next post based upon a presentation given at the Wilderness Medical Society Annual Meeting held in Snowmass, Colorado from July 24-29, 2009. The presentation was entitled “Evidence-based Management of Wilderness Trauma with Case Studies from Vermont Search & Rescue.” It was delivered by Tim Burdick, MD, who is a Fellow of the - [Epinephrine for Out-of-Hospital Treatment of Anaphylaxis](https://www.outdoored.com/blogs/epinephrine-out-hospital-treatment-anaphylaxis/) - For management of a serious (even life-threatening) allergic reaction, I have been teaching adults to administer epinephrine (adrenaline) by injection for years. This can be a lifesaving intervention. The Emergency Medical Services (EMS) community now concurs that EMS personnel should be trained to recognize a serious allergic reaction and be allowed to administer epinephrine. In - [Engaging students with service learning in a pandemic](https://www.outdoored.com/blogs/engaging-students-service-learning-pandemic/) - More important than ever Service and volunteer projects allow students to have unique and invaluable experiential learning opportunities. Many schools already recognise this and there are some great projects taking place around the world. These service opportunities can have students helping in their own schools, in the local community or even further afield with an - [Education, Climate Change, and Obama's Failure of Imagination](https://www.outdoored.com/blogs/education-climate-change-and-obamas-failure-imagination/) - OK, so we get it...don't we? Climate change is human-induced and the increasing amounts of greenhouse gases we are putting into the atmosphere have a direct effect on global temperatures. This has serious and long term consequences for all life on this planet. Al Gore made this clear in Inconvenient Truth. Our new president seems - [Drugs for Treating Severe Frostbite](https://www.outdoored.com/blogs/drugs-treating-severe-frostbite/) - Prostacyclin (a derived form of a prostaglandin) is a bioactive compound that is believed to have beneficial effects in treating frostbite. It works by inhibiting a certain type of blood clotting caused by platelets, which are “sticky” blood components essential in the blood-clotting cascade. Tissue plasminogen activator (TPA) is a “clot buster” drug that is - [Don’t Let Regulations Become the Program by Jim Grout](https://www.outdoored.com/blogs/dont-let-regulations-become-program-jim-grout/) - Below is an article by High 5's own Jim Grout. Jim brings a unique perspective, having been a member of the committee that drafted the ACCT Practitioner Certification Standards and his 28 years in the field. Jim offers up a much needed reminder of why we all do what we do. Thanks Jim ~Chris OrtizOver - [Disinfect, or drink?](https://www.outdoored.com/blogs/disinfect-or-drink/) - We all need to drink water in the backcountry, but do we need to disinfect it? The latest edition of the Journal of Wilderness and Environmental Medicine (Vol 19, Num 2) has an article looking at risk factors for contaminated water in the Sierra Nevada.1The article extends physician Robert Derlet’s and pathology researcher James Carlson’s - [Defining Hypothermia](https://www.outdoored.com/blogs/defining-hypothermia/) - Why is it taught that hypothermia occurs whenever someone is shivering or their temperature drops by a degree or two? I’ve read in several medical texts that the definition of hypothermia is a core body temperature below 95F(35C). (A question from a student in a course I'm teaching)Yes, if you read the medical literature on - [Consensus Altitude Guidelines](https://www.outdoored.com/blogs/consensus-altitude-guidelines/) - Folks The Wilderness Medical Society convened an expert panel to develop evidence-based guidelines for prevention and treatment of acute mountain sickness, high altitude cerebral edema and high altitude pulmonary edema. These recommendations are published in the current edition of the Wilderness and Environmental Medicine Journal (Vol 21 (2), 146-155, 2010). This is the first in - [Comparing New Agents Used to Control Bleeding](https://www.outdoored.com/blogs/comparing-new-agents-used-control-bleeding/) - Once of the major recent advances in trauma care has been the evolution of topical substances that can be applied to wounds in order to limit or stop hemorrhage (bleeding). This is very important in wilderness medicine, because uncontrolled bleeding is a leading cause of death from injuries. When the bleeding site can be approached - [Classroom Medicine](https://www.outdoored.com/blogs/classroom-medicine/) - I recently sat through a wilderness medicine class by a well-meaning instructor who, despite decent credentials, had never cared for anyone in the wilderness. This is just after reading a poorly crafted wilderness medicine text. Instead of listening to the talk I made a list of things that drive me nuts in wilderness medicine education. At - [Charles Houston MD](https://www.outdoored.com/blogs/charles-houston-md/) - Charles S.Houston MD passed away on September 27th at the age of 96. We have lost a great presence in wilderness medicine and mountaineering. You may recognize Dr. Houston as the author of Going Higher: Oxygen, Man, and Mountains, the wonderful layperson textbook on altitude illness. You may not know of his technical paper in - [Canadian C-Spine Rule](https://www.outdoored.com/blogs/canadian-c-spine-rule/) - Christian Vaillancourt, MD and his colleagues recently published an article in the journal Annals of Emergency Medicine (2009;54:663-671) entitled "The Out-of-Hospital Validation of the Canadian C-Spine Rule by Paramedics." This rule was originally developed for "clinical clearance" (e.g., without the use of x-rays) of persons with possible cervical spine fracture (broken neck) in alert and - [Can't We All Just Get Along?](https://www.outdoored.com/blogs/cant-we-all-just-get-along/) - It is conference season and once again I find myself in that impossible position of wanting to be in three places at the same time. AORE (the Association of Outdoor Recreation and Education) will be in Asheville, NC this November. AEE (the Assoc. for Experiential Education) will be in Little Rock, and WRMC (Wilderness Risk - [Building a Wilderness First Aid Kit](https://www.outdoored.com/blogs/building-wilderness-first-aid-kit/) - Walking through the first aid aisle at your local outfitter store can be overwhelming. While there are many excellent prepared kits on the market, often enthusiasts choose to create and specialize their own. Your kit will be different based on where you are camping and hiking. Trips at altitude, near marine environments or canyoning, and - [Brown Fat](https://www.outdoored.com/blogs/brown-fat/) - This week’s New England Journal of Medicine has 3 articles on brown fat, which have spawned a number of newspaper articles, and this blog. A high concentration of mitochondria color the fat brown, burn huge numbers of calories and produce lots of heat when activated by the cold. When I was studying physiology in grad - [Brief Introduction to Search and Rescue](https://www.outdoored.com/blogs/brief-introduction-search-and-rescue/) - Finding lost persons in the wilderness is, unfortunately, increasingly necessary as greater numbers of persons explore in the outdoors. Beyond the need to find explorers in remote environments, there is the common situation of a young child wandering off into the woods, or an elder with dementia becoming disoriented from failing to remember their path. - [Book Review: "One Move Too Many..."](https://www.outdoored.com/blogs/book-review-one-move-too-many/) - One Move Too Many…How To Understand The Injuries And Overuse Syndromes of Rock Climbing is written by Thomas Hochholzer and Volker Schoeeffl, and edited by Sam Lightner Jr. It’s a tight and tidy 230-page paperback book published by Lochner-Verlag that addresses the afflictions of persons who “free climb” on rocks. The sport of rock climbing - [Blog, Blogger, Blogging](https://www.outdoored.com/blogs/blog-blogger-blogging/) - I told Rick I would "blog" about research in outdoor education not really understanding the world of blogging. So I am working out the kinks in my own learning curve. I certainly do not do a whole lot of working with newer tech stuff because it takes time away from making progress on those pesky - [Bacterial Diarrhea](https://www.outdoored.com/blogs/bacterial-diarrhea/) - Foodborne bacterial diarrhea is a common problem of backpackers, kayakers, divers - of anyone who ventures into the outdoors and is therefore associated with ingestion of fresh fruits and vegetables, travels to developing countries, practices inadequate hygiene, or even dines in public restaurants. Diagnosis and treatment of infectious diarrhea (bacterial, protozoal, viral, and other causes) - [Avalanche Injuries](https://www.outdoored.com/blogs/avalanche-injuries/) - It was recently reported that a man buried by an avalanche for nearly 8 hours survived after being found with an avalanche probe. According to the victim, he was buried face up 4 feet below the surface of the snow. If he survived, there is no other conclusion to draw other than that he had - [Autoinjector Skills](https://www.outdoored.com/blogs/autoinjector-skills/) - There is an interesting article in April 13th edition of the Austin Statesman on whether ambulance and fire dispatchers should instruct people over the phone on use of an autoinjector of epinephrine. It’s another spin on this epinephrine tale. 1 It also speaks to the issue of skill retention. There are several articles in the - [Auto-Injector Safety](https://www.outdoored.com/blogs/auto-injector-safety/) - I recently received a credible email account of a person with WFR training accidently discharging an auto-injector of epinephrine into their thumb. Thankfully, the thumb, and the patient who really needed the epinephrine are fine. The anecdote is a reminder that these devices are not foolproof. We need to learn how to use them properly, - [Are Sunscreens Effective?](https://www.outdoored.com/blogs/are-sunscreens-effective/) - Nearly a year ago, there was a news item that suggested that many sunscreens are ineffective, despite manufacturers' claims to the contrary. As best I can tell, the issues are yet to be resolved.What are the issues? These relate to the safety of the chemicals contained in the sunscreens, what comprises an optimal application (volume, - [Anterior Cruciate Ligament Tear](https://www.outdoored.com/blogs/anterior-cruciate-ligament-tear/) - Outdoor and wilderness athletes put a lot of stress on their joints. Whether you are skiing, climbing, biking, hiking, running, or doing any other activity at which you are risk for deceleration, a fall, or a blow to the knee, there is a risk of injuring the joint. A common sports injury is a torn - [An Inconvenient Education: Convocation Address at Earlham College](https://www.outdoored.com/blogs/inconvenient-education-convocation-address-earlham-college/) - Text of a talk given at Earlham College, Sept. 1st, 2010 for a convocation on an interdisciplinary approach to Climate Change.INTRODUCTION In the few minutes I have, I’d like to speak a bit about the role education plays in the climate change debate. I am concerned here both with how our current models of schooling - [All Risks Are Perceived](https://www.outdoored.com/blogs/all-risks-are-perceived/) - I agree that we cannot have an adventurous experience without experiencing risk. It is my opinion, however, that we do a diservice to ourselves, our staff and our clients in maintaining the deceptive concept of actual vs percieved risks. A few years ago, I wrote an article for the Brathay European Youth Seminar on Risk and - [Additional thoughts... on my last post](https://www.outdoored.com/blogs/additional-thoughts-my-last-post/) - Hey, A quick addition to thelast post... I had this article in mind when I wrote that post and I couldn't find it. But alas, I found it. Sylvia Dresser (ACCT Executive Director)wrote "ACCT’s Accreditation Program and Practitioner Certification Challenge (Course) Standards: What Do They Mean to Camps?" in the Winter 2008 CampLine Publication from - [Achieving Initial Control with Antivenom in Snakebite Victims](https://www.outdoored.com/blogs/achieving-initial-control-antivenom-snakebite-victims/) - When someone is bitten by pit viper snakes (examples include rattlesnakes, copperheads, and cottonmouths) in the U.S., they may or may not become envenomed, depending on a number of factors: the size of the snake, whether or not venom was released by the snake into the bite site, and the potency of the venom. When - [A Dislocation Tale](https://www.outdoored.com/blogs/dislocation-tale/) - One of the illusions about wilderness medicine is that we teach our students techniques which are beyond our skill or experience, that really are the province of a physician. Some of the blame for this miss-perception lies in wilderness medicine instructors, who in their enthusiasm, distort the differences between first aid in the city, and - [A Call for Better Scholarship in Graduate Outdoor Education](https://www.outdoored.com/blogs/call-better-scholarship-graduate-outdoor-education/) - It's another year and once again my in-box is full of survey requests from well-meaning students in various outdoor education graduate programs. Over the last 10 years, I must have completed fifty of these and I am beginning to wonder about their efficacy. While I realize Master's level work is not meant to be a - [The State of Outdoor Recreation in the United States](https://www.outdoored.com/blogs/state-outdoor-recreation-united-states/) - Each year the Outdoor Industry Foundation releases it's Outdoor Recreation Participation Topline Report which presents an assessment of the level of participation in outdoor sporting activities in the United States. Monitoring these trends are key for outdoor programs to stay focused on what activities are of major interest to different population groups. Unlike many other - [Risk Blog: Alligators and Autonomous Cars](https://www.outdoored.com/blogs/risk-blog-alligators-and-autonomous-cars/) - by Rick CurtisFounder, OutdoorEd.com Alligator Death at Disney The tragic death of a toddler at Disney World in Orlando, FL points to an important risk management principal that can be overlooked–a failure to warn. By various news accounts it is clear that Disney was well aware of the hazards of alligators in the area. Alligators - [Introducing The Curriculum Project](https://www.outdoored.com/blogs/introducing-curriculum-project/) - I just got back from this spring's OOPS Conference (Outdoor Orientation Symposium) hosted as the Association for Experiential Education AEE new England Regional Conference). OOPS is an annual event that brings together student leaders and program directors and staff from college outdoor orientation programs. Brent Bell, Professor from the University of New Hampshire and the - ['Brain Buckets' - A Climber's Best Friend?](https://www.outdoored.com/blogs/brain-buckets-climbers-best-friend/) - I am dating myself, but when I started rock climbing, almost everyone wore helmets. It was as essential a piece of gear as your harness and shoes. But in the decades that followed, helmets became passe. Part of that change had to do with climbing styles and style (fashion) in climbing. Some comes from a misunderstanding of - [Skier Intentionally Triggers Huge Avalanche in Teton Backcountry](https://www.outdoored.com/blogs/skier-intentionally-triggers-huge-avalanche-teton-backcountry/) - I just got back from skiing at Jackson Hole last week. Like much of the west the snow pack has been really low all winter. Jackson Hole only had a 44 inch (old) base when I arrived. Starting with the day I arrived (Wednesday, January 18) the snow started falling and in a series of - [Wilderness Medicine - 6th Edition released](https://www.outdoored.com/blogs/wilderness-medicine-6th-edition-released/) - I want to let everyone know about the release of the 6th Edition of Wilderness Medicine, the premiere textbook on the subject, edited by our frequent contributor Dr. Paul Auerbach. There are not too many books out there that I personally consider as "classics" in our field (titles like Mountaineering: The Freedom of the Hills - [Does Wyoming state law give too much protection to outdoor recreation providers?](https://www.outdoored.com/blogs/does-wyoming-state-law-give-too-much-protection-outdoor-recreation-providers/) - This is a fascinating article by Ben Goose from WyoFile.com that explores some of the issues about the Wyoming Recreation Safety Act. While different states have different laws on the books, understanding how the Wyoming Laws are interpreted may shed light on some important risk management issues for your program. The bottom line is don't - [Tragedy in the Tetons](https://www.outdoored.com/blogs/tragedy-tetons/) - On July 18, 2011 tragedy struck in the Tetons. A 16-year old participant on an outdoor education program sponsored backpacking trip was killed by a falling tree. According to the Chicago Sun-Times:"The Teton County Sheriff’s Office received a satellite telephone call at 2:45 p.m. July 18 from Wilderness Ventures, a commercial backpacking company in Jackson - [Comfort Zone: Model or metaphor?](https://www.outdoored.com/blogs/comfort-zone-model-or-metaphor/) - I found this research paper from the Australian Journal of Outdoor Education by Mike Brown of the University of Waikato and wanted to share it. Mike presents a very interesting perspective on the Comfort Zone in outdoor education programming.ABSTRACT: The comfort zone model is widespread within adventure education literature. It is based on the belief - [Australian Study shows ongoing outdoor education program multiplies life effectiveness skills](https://www.outdoored.com/blogs/australian-study-shows-ongoing-outdoor-education-program-multiplies-life-effectiveness-skills/) - A recent Australian study shows teenagers exposed to outdoor education programs develop real life skills that give them a huge advantage over others as they transition into adult life.The study, commissioned by Cranbrook School in Sydney, is the first to follow a group of students who attend four Outward Bound courses as part of their - [New Tick-borne Virus with high mortality rate identified in China](https://www.outdoored.com/blogs/new-tick-borne-virus-high-mortality-rate-identified-china/) - A newly discovered tick-borne disease in China is caused by a never-before identified virus. The new virus, SFTSV, stands for severe fever with thrombocytopenia syndrome bunyavirus and can cause those infected to experience fever and multiple organ failure. According to PhysOrg.com severe symptoms include thrombocytopenia (low blood platelet count), gastrointestinal issues, and leukocytopenia (low blood - [Spring is coming and so are the Ticks](https://www.outdoored.com/blogs/spring-coming-and-so-are-ticks/) - Spring is on the way in the Northern Hemisphere so it will soon be time to put away winter gear and get ready for other activities. Warmer weather also brings out ticks. Understanding the life cycle of ticks and tickborne illnesses is a critically important part of prevention. While exposure to ticks can't be prevented, - [WA Court Rules that Seller not Manufacturer Liable for Defective Bike Part](https://www.outdoored.com/blogs/wa-court-rules-seller-not-manufacturer-liable-defective-bike-part/) - The Washington State Court of Appeals issued a ruling on a product liability case, Monika Johnson vs Recreational Equipment Incorporated. This case is an interesting one to follow because it opens up the question of product liability to who sells the product not just who manufactures the product. A more detailed review of the state - [New Study Finds Helmet Use in Children Reduces Skull Fractures in Skiing/Boarding](https://www.outdoored.com/blogs/new-study-finds-helmet-use-children-reduces-skull-fractures-skiingboarding/) - The helmet debate in winter sports has raged on for a long time with some people claiming that wearing a helmet increases accidents because people feel safer with a helmet and therefore ski faster, what's often referred to as risk homeostasis. While there is some data from other industries that suggest that this can be - [Petzl issues warning regarding dangerous counterfeit versions of some products](https://www.outdoored.com/blogs/petzl-issues-warning-regarding-dangerous-counterfeit-versions-some-products/) - Petzl has just released a public announcement about the discovery of counterfeit versions of a number of their climbing and personal protective equipment products. These counterfeit products are originating in China where the counterfeiting of products is a huge industry. While it certainly is a problem when a a counterfeit product life a golf club - [What the Maine Ski Lift Accident can tell us about Risk Management](https://www.outdoored.com/blogs/what-maine-ski-lift-accident-can-tell-us-about-risk-management/) - The recent ski lift accident at Sugarloaf Mountain in Maine raises some important questions in risk management for outdoor programs. The purpose of this post is not to armchair quarterback the staff at Sugarloaf, but rather to use it to build out some questions that each of us should be asking about our own programs. - [Climber 9-1-1](https://www.outdoored.com/blogs/climber-9-1-1/) - The question of whether mountain climbers should be required to carry mobile communications devices has been a point of debate (and even legislation) since the high profile incident on Mt. Hood in Oregon that resulted in the deaths of three climbers and other tragic mountaineering accidents. Often the push for mobile communication devices comes hand-in-hand - [New Safety Protocols Developed by Outdoor Pursuits Centre](https://www.outdoored.com/blogs/new-safety-protocols-developed-outdoor-pursuits-centre/) - OPC Issues Report on Managatepopo Tragedy As a follow-up on my previous posting about the New Zealand Canyoning incident in April 2008, the Sir Edmund Hillary Outdoor Pursuits Centre (OPC) has released a report that contains all the recommendations from the independent review into the Managatepopo tragedy which was instigated by the OPC Trust Board - [Injury and Illness Encountered in Shenandoah National Park](https://www.outdoored.com/blogs/injury-and-illness-encountered-shenandoah-national-park/) - This article by John Forrester and Christopher Holstege from the December 2009 edition of Wilderness & Environmental Medicine published by the Wilderness Medical Society presents an excellent model for understanding the most common types of illnesses and injuries that occur in a backcountry setting. Understanding these trends is extremely helpful for preparing staff to handle - [Studies Show that Continuous Chest Compression CPR Very Effective](https://www.outdoored.com/blogs/studies-show-continuous-chest-compression-cpr-very-effective/) - Tod Schimelpfenig first reported on 'Hands-Only CPR' here in the Wilderness Medicine Blog back in 2008. Two studies just released in the July 2010 edition of the New England Journal of Medicine show that in many cases Compression Only CPR results in similar patient survival rates as Compression and Rescue Breathing CPR. This is especially - [New Zealand Coroner's Report has Lessons for all of us](https://www.outdoored.com/blogs/new-zealand-coroners-report-has-lessons-all-us/) - The New Zealand Mountain Safety Council (MSC) has issued a press release regarding the New Zealand Coroner's Report on the deaths of six high school students and a teacher on April 15, 2008 in a canyoning accident on a program run by the Sir Edmund Hillary Outdoor Pursuits Centre (OPC). I blogged about the original - [When someone you know dies in the wilderness, it's not always the end](https://www.outdoored.com/blogs/when-someone-you-know-dies-wilderness-its-not-always-end/) - On June 26, 1996 a tragedy took place on a NOLS course in the Absaroka Range in Wyoming. It was day 24 of the course and a group of students, including Katy Brain were on their final expedition. During a stream crossing Katy and another student were swpt downstream. One student was able to struggle - [Raccoon Roundworm](https://www.outdoored.com/blogs/raccoon-roundworm/) - According to the New York Daily News, Raccoon Roundwarm, a rare disease, has left an infant brain damaged and a teenager blind in one eye. While this disease is considered to be rare in humans, like other parasitic diseases, it can be very serious. Backcountry travelers need to be aware of the potential hazards of - [Economy hits outdoor print publications](https://www.outdoored.com/blogs/economy-hits-outdoor-print-publications/) - Print publication is one of the most challenging businesses out there. You are in a constant push to write and edit content, find and keep subcribers, and find advertisers. Two small but well-respected niche print publications have stopped publishing, Alpinist and Backpacking Light. Their press releases tell some of the story of the challenges of - [David Breashears' Storm Over Everest - a Risk Management Case Study](https://www.outdoored.com/blogs/david-breashears-storm-over-everest-risk-management-case-study/) - If you missed the spectacular Frontline documentary on PBS by David Breashears on the 1996 Everest tragedy you can watch the full two hour episode online at Frontline. There are also interviews with expedition members and interactive maps of the mountain and the accident. The documentary is a fantastic case study in risk management, judgment - [Responding to the Tragedy in New Zealand](https://www.outdoored.com/blogs/responding-tragedy-new-zealand/) - On Tuesday, April 15, 2008 a five-day backcountry adventure trip in Tongariro National Park on the North Island in New Zealand ended tragically when 6 students and a teacher died. In a small country like New Zealand, where adventure activities are a part of the culture, this is a national tragedy. Our hearts go out - [What is the Future of Outdoor Education?](https://www.outdoored.com/blogs/what-future-outdoor-education/) - A recent report published in the Proceedings of the National Academey of Sciences entitled Evidence for a fundamental and pervasive shift away from nature-based recreation by Oliver Pergams and Patricia Zaradic shows that after 50 years of steady increase, the per capita visits to U.S. National Parks have declined since 1987. The authors looked at - [Building a Whitewater Park in the Desert?](https://www.outdoored.com/blogs/building-whitewater-park-desert/) - I saw a recent news article about the opening of a new whitewater park and community called WaveYard in, of all places, Mesa, Arizona. The town just voted Yes on 35 million in tax incentives to support the project. While I haven't dug deeply into the whole political scene behind this, I think it is - [A few resources for great Social Justice information](https://www.outdoored.com/blogs/few-resources-great-social-justice-information/) - Center for Diversity and the Environment Cultural Competence in your Program Diversity, Inc. GLBT Youth and Outdoor Education Journal of Experiential Education - Index to many related articles to this subject National Center for Cultural Competence National Park Service - Multitude of diversity-related resources North American Assoc for Environ. Educ - Diversity Outdoor Education and - [Unnecessary Death in the Desert](https://www.outdoored.com/blogs/unnecessary-death-desert/) - I thought I'd start off this blog with a posting about risk management. Today in New Jersey we've been dealing with temperatures in the high 90's and high humidity. 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In 2010, sensing a need to clarify what first aid skills and knowledge are realistic and practical for a WFA provider representatives from - [WFA Scope of Practice Document Update](https://www.outdoored.com/documents/wfa-scope-practice-document-update/) - The Wilderness First Aid (WFA) course, widely taught by numerous providers, can be burdened with unrealistic expectations of the topics and skills that can be taught in a basic layperson first aid program.In 2010, sensing a need to clarify what first aid skills and knowledge are realistic and practical for a WFA provider representatives from - [The County Fair: A new Virtual Teambuilding Activity from Dr. Jim Cain](https://www.outdoored.com/documents/county-fair-new-virtual-teambuilding-activity-dr-jim-cain/) - The County Fair - A Mystery in 13 pieces: This problem-solving activity is perfect for virtual teambuilding sessions where participants may be remotely located. Download this PDF document. Then share the information provided with your group and attempt to solve the mystery together. Instructions include facilitation tips and debriefing questions.For more Team Building activities from Jim - [Disaster Medicine](https://www.outdoored.com/documents/disaster-medicine/) - This is an interactive pdf file that provides an overview of disasters and disaster medicine. It provides a context for people seeking to provide help during disasters and for those who know they are in a disaster-prone area and want to know how to better prepare. The file contains numerous links to organizations that can - [Conceptual Templates for Designing College & University Outdoor Leadership Recreation, Academic, & Co-curricular Programs](https://www.outdoored.com/documents/conceptual-templates-designing-college-university-outdoor-leadership-recreation-academic/) - Training outdoor leaders within a college/university setting requires a multidisciplinary approach that does not fit well into a standard quarter/semester format due to the type of terrain and time required teach outdoor skills. The purpose of this article is to briefly discuss the design of each program type, list their pros and cons, and provide - [RASM Risk Level Quantifier](https://www.outdoored.com/documents/rasm-risk-level-quantifier/) - The RASM Risk Level Quantifier is a simple Excel Spreadsheet that allows you to configure different Risk Management Probability Levels and Severity Levels to determine the Risk Level. This ia a companion part of the Risk Assessment & Safety Management (RASM) Model. - [Outdoor School for All! Diverse Programming and Outcomes in Oregon 2019 Evaluation Report](https://www.outdoored.com/documents/outdoor-school-all-diverse-programming-and-outcomes-oregon-2019-evaluation-report/) - Outdoor School for All! Diverse Programming and Outcomes in Oregon is a multi-site, participatory evaluation effort building knowledge about current outdoor school programming and its intended outcomes. The evaluation project and team strive for cultural responsiveness and employ an iterative design-based approach to evaluation. Are you interested in the academic and behavioral outcomes of outdoor schools - [Risk Assessment & Safety Management (RASM) PowerPoint](https://www.outdoored.com/documents/risk-assessment-safety-management-rasm-powerpoint-0/) - This presentation is on the Risk Assessment and Safety Management model or RASM presented at the 2019 NIRSA Conference. This model is designed to provide your organization and your staff with a real-world tool to help you prepare for risk, analyze risk in the field, and help reduce it. I hope that you find this - [Training to Failure and Other Highly Effective Training Strategies](https://www.outdoored.com/documents/training-failure-and-other-highly-effective-training-strategies/) - Emergent findings in social psychology point to the limitations of cognition and rationality; decision-making, it turns out, is highly over-rated. What this means for us: a focus on non-normal, training to failure, testing and sensemaking are uncommon, unlikely, and proven effective in building competency fast. This workshop was presented at the Association for Outdoor Recreation - [Unofficial Acclimatization Guideline for John Muir Trail Hikers](https://www.outdoored.com/documents/unofficial-acclimatization-guideline-john-muir-trail-hikers/) - Thinking of hiking the John Muir Trail? Did you know that once you're south of Donahue Pass, the average elevation of the Trail is over 10,000 feet? Are you familiar with high-elevation illness? Do you know the symptoms? Do you know what you should and shouldn't do? Unofficial Acclimatization Guideline for the John Muir Trail provides - [Avalanche Rescue Pamphlet](https://www.outdoored.com/documents/avalanche-rescue-pamphlet/) - This information pamphlet from the New Zealand Mountain Safety Council includes detailed diagrams and information on how to use an avalanche transceiver and what to do if your party is involved in an avalanche accident. - [New Zealand National Incident Database Report 2012](https://www.outdoored.com/documents/new-zealand-national-incident-database-report-2012/) - The National Incident Database The National Incident Database (NID) is managed by the Mountain Safety Council (MSC) on behalf of the outdoor sector. There are two distinct databases: Outdoor Education /Recreation NID Snow Sports NID The NID is a way of collecting and sharing information between organisations about incidents or near-miss events that occur in - [Risk Assessment & Safety Management (RASM) PowerPoint](https://www.outdoored.com/documents/risk-assessment-safety-management-rasm-powerpoint/) - This presentation is on the Risk Assessment and Safety Management model or RASM. This model is designed to provide your organization and your staff with a real-world tool to help you prepare for risk, analyze risk in the field, and help reduce it. I hope that you find this information helpful the overall risk management - [The Evolution of the Outward Bound Process](https://www.outdoored.com/documents/evolution-outward-bound-process/) - This is an excellent article by Dr. Stephen Bacon, a clinical psychologist, who explores the evolution or the experiential learning process as embodied in Outward Bound for the early days where the philosophy was "let the mountains speak for themselves" to a model where processing the experience is equally important - [Leave a Trace Curriculum from WVU](https://www.outdoored.com/documents/leave-trace-curriculum-wvu/) - This is the Leave a Trace Curriculum from Adventure West Virginia at West Virginia University - [Program Management: Staff Supervision](https://www.outdoored.com/documents/program-management-staff-supervision/) - Article from the 2006 Wilderness Risk Management Conference Proceeding from the Wilderness Risk Management Conference Web site - www.nols.edu/wrmcReprinted with permission. Register for the upcoming WRMC Conference - [The Outdoor Recreation Economy Report 2012](https://www.outdoored.com/documents/outdoor-recreation-economy-report-2012/) - The Outdoor Industry Economy Report by the Outdoor Industry Association presents the latest figures on the impact of outdoor recreation on the US economy. "A balanced, healthy economy is not an either/or choice. Outdoor recreation is a larger and more critical sector of the American economy than most people realize. As a multi-dimensional sector, the - [Outdoor Recreation Participation Topline Report 2012](https://www.outdoored.com/documents/outdoor-recreation-participation-topline-report-2012/) - How many people are involved in outdoor recreation activities and what activities are growing. The Outdoor Industry Association Recreation Participation Topline Report for 2012 shows the trends that my impact your organization.In 2011, outdoor recreation among Americans reached the highest participation level in the last five years. Nearly 50 percent of all Americans ages six - [ICAR Consensus Guidelines on Mountain Emergency Medicine and Risk Reduction](https://www.outdoored.com/documents/icar-consensus-guidelines-mountain-emergency-medicine-and-risk-reduction/) - All guidelines from IKAR MEDCOM and UIAA MEDCOM, Editor: Fidel Elsensohn, MD The book has been sold out and not available any more. the attached link opens all recommendations in English. You may select parts for download or printing. Published in 2001 Chapter IICAR Recommendations Recommendation Nr. 1 First Aid Training Guidelines for Mountain Rescue Service MembersRecommendation - [Human Error Accidents in Adventure Activities: Cause and prevention](https://www.outdoored.com/documents/human-error-accidents-adventure-activities-cause-and-prevention/) - This article by Marcus Bailie from the Adventure Activities Licensing Authority in the UK explores Human Factors as causes in accidents in adventure activities.Marcus is one of the leading risk management experts in the UK. The Adventure Activities Licensing Authority is a branch of the Health and Safety Executive and is charged with Adventure activities - [A Census of Outdoor Orientation Programs at Four-Year Colleges in the United States](https://www.outdoored.com/documents/census-outdoor-orientation-programs-four-year-colleges-united-states/) - This journal article by Brent Bell, Marion Holmes, and Brady Williams from the Journal of Experiential Education documents the broad range of outdoor orientation programs at four-year colleges in the U.S.published with permission from the Association for Experiential Education. - [Overview of Research in Outdoor Orientation Programs](https://www.outdoored.com/documents/overview-research-outdoor-orientation-programs/) - Overview of Research in Outdoor Orientation Programs from Brent Bell at the University of New Hanpshire - [Managing Staff Injury Claims](https://www.outdoored.com/documents/managing-staff-injury-claims/) - Summer is the busiest season for outdoor adventure programs and withincreased programming, there will be injuries, Rick Braschler of Kanakuk Kamps writes about how to handle staff-related injuries in his presentation from the 2010 Wilderness Risk Management Conference. In looking at staff injuries for any organization, it is imperative to understand the three basic tracks - [Comfort Zone: Model or metaphor?](https://www.outdoored.com/documents/comfort-zone-model-or-metaphor/) - I found this research paper from the Australian Journal of Outdoor Education by Mike Brown of the University of Waikato and wanted to share it. Mike presents a very interesting perspective on the Comfort Zone in outdoor education programming.ABSTRACT: The comfort zone model is widespread within adventure education literature. It is based on the belief - [Australian Study shows ongoing outdoor education program multiplies life effectiveness skills](https://www.outdoored.com/documents/australian-study-shows-ongoing-outdoor-education-program-multiplies-life-effectiveness/) - A recent Australian study shows teenagers exposed to outdoor education programs develop real life skills that give them a huge advantage over others as they transition into adult life.The study, commissioned by Cranbrook School in Sydney, is the first to follow a group of students who attend four Outward Bound courses as part of their - [Packweight and Injury Study](https://www.outdoored.com/documents/packweight-and-injury-study/) - I sit here with a brace on my left knee reading Injuries Relating to Hiking with a Pack during National Outdoor Leadership School Courses: A Risk Factor Analysis, published in the current edition of Wilderness and Environmental Medicine. It’s not comforting that my knee wasn’t injured backpacking. I slipped on ice taking out the garbage. The - [Adaptive Outdoor Recreation: Adapting your program for students with disabilities](https://www.outdoored.com/documents/adaptive-outdoor-recreation-adapting-your-program-students-disabilities/) - This presentation by Kristen Ragland & Derrick Taff was presented at the 2010 Association for Outdoor Recreation and Education Conference. Kristen and Derrick present an excellent overview of how to provide programming for participants with differing abilities including ADA compliance and extensive links to online resources.Abstract: The majority of colleges and universities strive to accommodate - [AORE Climbing Wall Summit Panel Presentation](https://www.outdoored.com/documents/aore-climbing-wall-summit-panel-presentation/) - The Association of Outdoor Recreation & Education (AORE) hosted a Climbing Wall Summit at the 2010 AORE Annual Conference in Keystone, Colorado on Saturday, November 13, 2010. The Climbing Wall Summit was designed to bring together a panel of climbing wall experts to discuss current issues relevant to the management of indoor climbing walls as - [Safety Protocols Developed by Outdoor Pursuits Centre](https://www.outdoored.com/documents/safety-protocols-developed-outdoor-pursuits-centre/) - OPC Issues Report on Managatepopo Tragedy As a follow-up on my previous posting about the New Zealand Canyoning incident in April 2008, the Sir Edmund Hillary Outdoor Pursuits Centre (OPC) has released a report that contains all the recommendations from the independent review into the Managatepopo tragedy which was instigated by the OPC Trust Board - [A Census of Outdoor Orientation Programs at Four-Year Colleges in the United States](https://www.outdoored.com/documents/census-outdoor-orientation-programs-four-year-colleges-united-states-0/) - This journal article by Brent Bell, Marion Holmes, and Brady Williams from the Journal of Experiential Education documents the broad range of outdoor orientation programs at four-year colleges in the U.S.published with permission from the Association for Experiential Education. - [Coroner's Findings on New Zealand Canyoning Fatalities](https://www.outdoored.com/documents/coroners-findings-new-zealand-canyoning-fatalities/) - This is the official New Zealand Coroner's final report on the April 15, 2008 canyoning accident on an outdoor program in New Zealand that resulted in the deaths of six students and a teacher.This was a tragedy for all of New Zealand. The report is a reminder, and a wake-up call for all outdoor programs. - [New Zealand Coroner's Report has Lessons for all of us](https://www.outdoored.com/documents/new-zealand-coroners-report-has-lessons-all-us/) - The New Zealand Mountain Safety Council (MSC) has issued a press release regarding the New Zealand Coroner's Report on the deaths of six high school students and a teacher on April 15, 2008 in a canyoning accident on a program run by the Sir Edmund Hillary Outdoor Pursuits Centre (OPC). I blogged about the original - [Risk Management for Outdoor Programs: British Columbia Provincial Handbook for Administrators and Instructors](https://www.outdoored.com/documents/risk-management-outdoor-programs-british-columbia-provincial-handbook-administrators-and/) - Outdoor Ed is always on the lookout for great resources to share. While specifically developed for colleges and universities in British Columbia, this 125 page booklet is a superb resource for outdoor programs. The introduction states,"This handbook is designed for use by managers and instructors of outdoor programs in British Columbias post-secondary institutions (mainly colleges - [Overview of Research in Outdoor Orientation Programs](https://www.outdoored.com/documents/overview-research-outdoor-orientation-programs-0/) - Overview of Research in Outdoor Orientation Programs - [Wilderness First Aid Scope of Practice](https://www.outdoored.com/documents/wilderness-first-aid-scope-practice/) - The concept ofconsistency in the content of Wilderness First Aid (WFA) and Wilderness First Responder (WFR) programs is receiving much attention. Some folks seem to think there is chaos among the various providers with people teaching widely varying practices. I’m not so sure this is the case. I’ve been talking with David Johnson MD of - [Going Ga Ga For Global Games](https://www.outdoored.com/documents/going-ga-ga-global-games/) - Various games played from countries such as China, Afghanistan, Ghana, Pakistan, Israel and many other parts of the world are used to teach Diversity Skills to students of many different ages. - [3 Reasons your Leadership Sucks! and how to improve it](https://www.outdoored.com/documents/3-reasons-your-leadership-sucks-and-how-improve-it/) - 3 Reasons Your Leadership Sucks!and how to improve it. Program Abstract;With the idea of leadership being a philosophy of the individual, many individuals have a limited idea of how to improve their personal and team leadership talents. This workshop will highlight 3 areas for leaders to do more than engage their teams in projects. These - [Hocus Pocus Focus Your Locus Workshop](https://www.outdoored.com/documents/hocus-pocus-focus-your-locus-workshop/) - Have you ever led a group, things seem to be progressing well and then suddenly, they are stuck and floundering? Have you ever had a group that was “so close, yet so far”? Do you wonder why? What do you do with them? Can you create that breakthrough moment that assists them to get back - [Using A Blog To Promote Reflection in Outdoor-Ed](https://www.outdoored.com/documents/using-blog-promote-reflection-outdoor-ed/) - I have been experiementing with getting my students to take their digital cameras, videos, and voice recorders out in the field with them to record their personal learning moments. They then after the trip put these together in a learning blog. Check out my example blog for possible ideas. The attached assignment outline can be - [Using Our Students To Help Develop Teaching / Learning Resources For Outdoor-Ed](https://www.outdoored.com/documents/using-our-students-help-develop-teaching-learning-resources-outdoor-ed/) - I have created several Outdoor-Ed sites on the internet where resources can be developed and shared. I was hoping other outdoor teachers might like to set their students assignments to develop these resources and then as part of the assessment have them hosted for us all to use.Check out the following sites: https://www.slideshare.net/group/outdoor-education https://www.teachertube.com/groups_home.php?urlkey=outdooreducation I - [As Sustainable as Possible - Excel Worksheet with formulas](https://www.outdoored.com/documents/sustainable-possible-excel-worksheet-formulas/) - This is the Excel Worksheet with formulas that goes with the As Sustainable as Possible Article by Paul Van Horn from Northland College.ASAP 2.0: As Sustainable as Possible (full article) As Sustainable As Possible Model (ASAP) (short version) As Sustainable As Possible Worksheet As Sustainable as Possible (Excel Worksheet with formulas) As Sustainable As Possible - [As Sustainable As Possible - Excel Worksheet (blank)](https://www.outdoored.com/documents/sustainable-possible-excel-worksheet-blank/) - This is the blank Excel Worksheet that goes with the As Sustainable as Possible Article by Paul Van Horn from Northland College.ASAP 2.0: As Sustainable as Possible (full article) As Sustainable As Possible Model (ASAP) (short version) As Sustainable As Possible Worksheet As Sustainable as Possible (Excel Worksheet with formulas) As Sustainable As Possible (blank - [Albuquerque Academy - Experiential Education Department Manual](https://www.outdoored.com/documents/albuquerque-academy-experiential-education-department-manual/) - A great resource from Albuquerque Academy, - [Albuquerque Academy - Experiential Education Curriculum](https://www.outdoored.com/documents/albuquerque-academy-experiential-education-curriculum/) - Experiential education curriculum for secondary schools from Albuquerque Academy. - [Agenda/Flow for the Culture,Rituals and Engagement Workshop](https://www.outdoored.com/documents/agendaflow-culturerituals-and-engagement-workshop/) - [My Cultural DNA Form](https://www.outdoored.com/documents/my-cultural-dna-form/) - [Activity to acknowledge comfort level](https://www.outdoored.com/documents/activity-acknowledge-comfort-level/) - [Excerpts from Tales of the Night Rainbow](https://www.outdoored.com/documents/excerpts-tales-night-rainbow/) - [Risk Assessment & Safety Management Model (RASM) Document](https://www.outdoored.com/documents/risk-assessment-safety-management-model-rasm-document/) - The Risk Assessment and Safety Management Model (RASM) by Rick Curtis has been presented at national and international conferences including the Wilderness Risk Management Conference and the Association for Experiential Education Conference. Learn a new approach to effective safety and risk management for your organization for you and for your staff. This is the companion - [Adventure Program Risk Management Report: Incident Data from 1998 – 2007](https://www.outdoored.com/documents/adventure-program-risk-management-report-incident-data-1998-2007/) - This analysis of incident data that was submitted to the Adventure Program Incident Data Reporting Project was compiled for the Wilderness Risk Management Conference held in Jackson Hole, Wyoming in October 2008. This is not a comprehensive research paper, but is simply a way to display the incident data that was voluntarily submitted by interested - [Deep Water Safety Course - The 7 W's of Sea Kayaking](https://www.outdoored.com/documents/deep-water-safety-course-7-ws-sea-kayaking/) - The 7 W's of Sea Kayaking is designed to be an instructional tool for programs that rent Sea Kayaks or offer Sea Kayak trips to participants. The 7 W's are designed to be taught in a progression and to serve as a guide for reducing accidents due to negligence of environmental and human factors. Ideally, the 7 W's - [Legal Issues: A Legal Primer for Staff](https://www.outdoored.com/documents/legal-issues-legal-primer-staff/) - Article from the 2006 Wilderness Risk Management Conference Proceedings from the Wilderness Risk Management Conference Web site - www.nols.edu/wrmcReprinted with permission. Register for the upcoming WRMC Conference - [Legal Issues: Analyze, Manage, Inform](https://www.outdoored.com/documents/legal-issues-analyze-manage-inform/) - Article from the 2006 Wilderness Risk Management Conference Proceedings from the Wilderness Risk Management Conference Web site - www.nols.edu/wrmcReprinted with permission. 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Register for the upcoming WRMC Conference - [Legal Issues: Kayaks or Council](https://www.outdoored.com/documents/legal-issues-kayaks-or-council/) - Article from the 2003 Wilderness Risk Management Conference Proceedings from the Wilderness Risk Management Conference Web site - www.nols.edu/wrmcReprinted with permission. Register for the upcoming WRMC Conference - [Legal Issues: Managing Legal Liability](https://www.outdoored.com/documents/legal-issues-managing-legal-liability/) - Article from the 2005 Wilderness Risk Management Conference Proceedings from the Wilderness Risk Management Conference Web site - www.nols.edu/wrmcReprinted with permission. Register for the upcoming WRMC Conference - [Legal Issues: Managing the Other Risk](https://www.outdoored.com/documents/legal-issues-managing-other-risk/) - Article from the 2006 Wilderness Risk Management Conference Proceedings from the Wilderness Risk Management Conference Web site - www.nols.edu/wrmcReprinted with permission. Register for the upcoming WRMC Conference - [Legal Issues: Marketing and Legal Issues](https://www.outdoored.com/documents/legal-issues-marketing-and-legal-issues/) - Article from the 2006 Wilderness Risk Management Conference Proceedings from the Wilderness Risk Management Conference Web site - www.nols.edu/wrmcReprinted with permission. Register for the upcoming WRMC Conference - [Legal Issues: Post Accident Conduct, Legal and Ethical Issues](https://www.outdoored.com/documents/legal-issues-post-accident-conduct-legal-and-ethical-issues/) - Article from the 2003 Wilderness Risk Management Conference Proceedings from the Wilderness Risk Management Conference Web site - www.nols.edu/wrmcReprinted with permission. Register for the upcoming WRMC Conference - [Legal Issues: Potential Legal Liability for Sexual Activities and Assault](https://www.outdoored.com/documents/legal-issues-potential-legal-liability-sexual-activities-and-assault/) - Article from the 2006 Wilderness Risk Management Conference Proceedings from the Wilderness Risk Management Conference Web site - www.nols.edu/wrmcReprinted with permission. Register for the upcoming WRMC Conference - [Legal Issues: Protection From Claims of Minors](https://www.outdoored.com/documents/legal-issues-protection-claims-minors/) - Article from the 2006 Wilderness Risk Management Conference Proceedings from the Wilderness Risk Management Conference Web site - www.nols.edu/wrmcReprinted with permission. 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Register for the upcoming WRMC Conference - [Legal Issues: Staffing Issues for Outdoor Programs](https://www.outdoored.com/documents/legal-issues-staffing-issues-outdoor-programs/) - Article from the 2005 Wilderness Risk Management Conference Proceedings from the Wilderness Risk Management Conference Web site - www.nols.edu/wrmcReprinted with permission. Register for the upcoming WRMC Conference - [Legal Issues: The Lawyer's Role in Outdoor Programs](https://www.outdoored.com/documents/legal-issues-lawyers-role-outdoor-programs/) - Article from the 2006 Wilderness Risk Management Conference Proceedings from the Wilderness Risk Management Conference Web site - www.nols.edu/wrmcReprinted with permission. Register for the upcoming WRMC Conference - [Legal Issues: Trials and Tribulations Overview of the Litigation Process](https://www.outdoored.com/documents/legal-issues-trials-and-tribulations-overview-litigation-process/) - Article from the 2004 Wilderness Risk Management Conference Proceedings from the Wilderness Risk Management Conference Web site - www.nols.edu/wrmcReprinted with permission. Register for the upcoming WRMC Conference - [Program Management: Behavior Issues in the Field](https://www.outdoored.com/documents/program-management-behavior-issues-field/) - Article from the 2005 Wilderness Risk Management Conference Proceedings from the Wilderness Risk Management Conference Web site - www.nols.edu/wrmcReprinted with permission. 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Register for the upcoming WRMC Conference - [Program Management: Culture and Risk](https://www.outdoored.com/documents/program-management-culture-and-risk/) - Article from the 2005 Wilderness Risk Management Conference Proceedings from the Wilderness Risk Management Conference Web site - www.nols.edu/wrmcReprinted with permission. Register for the upcoming WRMC Conference - [Program Management: Culture as Cause](https://www.outdoored.com/documents/program-management-culture-cause/) - Article from the 2005 Wilderness Risk Management Conference Proceedings from the Wilderness Risk Management Conference Web site - www.nols.edu/wrmcReprinted with permission. Register for the upcoming WRMC Conference - [Program Management: Ecological Approach to Internal Risk Management Audits](https://www.outdoored.com/documents/program-management-ecological-approach-internal-risk-management-audits/) - Article from the 2006 Wilderness Risk Management Conference Proceedings from the Wilderness Risk Management Conference Web site - www.nols.edu/wrmc Reprinted with permission. Register for the upcoming WRMC Conference - [Program Management: Evaluating Risk The HIRA Approach](https://www.outdoored.com/documents/program-management-evaluating-risk-hira-approach/) - Article from the 2006 Wilderness Risk Management Conference Proceedings from the Wilderness Risk Management Conference Web site - www.nols.edu/wrmc Reprinted with permission. 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Register for the upcoming WRMC Conference - [Program Management Solo Hikers](https://www.outdoored.com/documents/program-management-solo-hikers/) - Article from the 2005 Wilderness Risk Management Conference Proceedings from the Wilderness Risk Management Conference Web site - www.nols.edu/wrmc Reprinted with permission. Register for the upcoming WRMC Conference - [Program Management: Staff Supervision](https://www.outdoored.com/documents/program-management-staff-supervision-2/) - Article from the 2006 Wilderness Risk Management Conference Proceedings from the Wilderness Risk Management Conference Web site - www.nols.edu/wrmcReprinted with permission. Register for the upcoming WRMC Conference - [Program Management: Working with Minors](https://www.outdoored.com/documents/program-management-working-minors/) - Article from the 2006 Wilderness Risk Management Conference Proceedings from the Wilderness Risk Management Conference Web site - www.nols.edu/wrmcReprinted with permission. Register for the upcoming WRMC Conference - [Risk Management Theory: Epics, Lies, Myths The Folklore of near Miss Incidents](https://www.outdoored.com/documents/risk-management-theory-epics-lies-myths-folklore-near-miss-incidents/) - Article from the 1999 Wilderness Risk Management Conference Proceedings from the Wilderness Risk Management Conference Web site - www.nols.edu/wrmcReprinted with permission. Register for the upcoming WRMC Conference - [Risk Management Theory: Examing the Risk Paradox](https://www.outdoored.com/documents/risk-management-theory-examing-risk-paradox/) - Article from the 2003 Wilderness Risk Management Conference Proceedings from the Wilderness Risk Management Conference Web site - www.nols.edu/wrmcReprinted with permission. 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Register for the upcoming WRMC Conference - [Medical Issues: Critical Incident Stress Debriefing (CISD), Helpful or Harmful?](https://www.outdoored.com/documents/medical-issues-critical-incident-stress-debriefing-cisd-helpful-or-harmful/) - Article from the 2005 Wilderness Risk Management Conference Proceedings from the Wilderness Risk Management Conference Web site - www.nols.edu/wrmcReprinted with permission. Register for the upcoming WRMC Conference - [Medical Issues: Exceptions to Medical Sceening at NOLS](https://www.outdoored.com/documents/medical-issues-exceptions-medical-sceening-nols/) - Article from the 2005 Wilderness Risk Management Conference Proceedings from the Wilderness Risk Management Conference Web site - www.nols.edu/wrmcReprinted with permission. 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Register for the upcoming WRMC Conference - [Judgment and Decision-Making: Danger of Substituting Rules for Judgment](https://www.outdoored.com/documents/judgment-and-decision-making-danger-substituting-rules-judgment/) - Article from the 1996 Wilderness Risk Management Conference Proceedings from the Wilderness Risk Management Conference Web site - www.nols.edu/wrmcReprinted with permission. Register for the upcoming WRMC Conference - [Judgment and Decision-Making: Instructor Traps](https://www.outdoored.com/documents/judgment-and-decision-making-instructor-traps/) - Article from the 2006 Wilderness Risk Management Conference Proceedings from the Wilderness Risk Management Conference Web site - www.nols.edu/wrmcReprinted with permission. 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Register for the upcoming WRMC Conference - [Program Management: Managing Your Organization’s Driving Risk](https://www.outdoored.com/documents/program-management-managing-your-organizations-driving-risk/) - Article from 2007 Wilderness Risk Management Conference Proceedings from the Wilderness Risk Management Conference Web site - www.nols.edu/wrmcReprinted with permission. Register for the upcoming WRMC Conference - [Program Management: Utilizing the Perception of Risk to Enhance Incident Prevention Strategies](https://www.outdoored.com/documents/program-management-utilizing-perception-risk-enhance-incident-prevention-strategies/) - Article from 2007 Wilderness Risk Management Conference Proceedings from the Wilderness Risk Management Conference Web site - www.nols.edu/wrmcReprinted with permission. 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Register for the upcoming WRMC Conference - [Program Management: Communicating Risk](https://www.outdoored.com/documents/program-management-communicating-risk/) - Article from 2007 Wilderness Risk Management Conference Proceedings from the Wilderness Risk Management Conference Web site - www.nols.edu/wrmcReprinted with permission. Register for the upcoming WRMC Conference - [Incident Response & Management: Serious Incident (Accident) Review Process](https://www.outdoored.com/documents/incident-response-management-serious-incident-accident-review-process/) - Article from 2007 Wilderness Risk Management Conference Proceedings from the Wilderness Risk Management Conference Web site - www.nols.edu/wrmcReprinted with permission. Register for the upcoming WRMC Conference - [Incident Response and Management: NOLS Field Instructor Seniority Part One](https://www.outdoored.com/documents/incident-response-and-management-nols-field-instructor-seniority-part-one/) - Article from 2007 Wilderness Risk Management Conference Proceedings from the Wilderness Risk Management Conference Web site - www.nols.edu/wrmcReprinted with permission. Register for the upcoming WRMC Conference - [Incident Response and Management: Reporting the Incident](https://www.outdoored.com/documents/incident-response-and-management-reporting-incident/) - Article from 2007 Wilderness Risk Management Conference Proceedings from the Wilderness Risk Management Conference Web site - www.nols.edu/wrmcReprinted with permission. Register for the upcoming WRMC Conference - [Ethical Issues and Risk Management: Ethical Foundations of Wilderness Risk Management](https://www.outdoored.com/documents/ethical-issues-and-risk-management-ethical-foundations-wilderness-risk-management/) - Article from 2001 Wilderness Risk Management Conference Proceedings from the Wilderness Risk Management Conference Web site - www.nols.edu/wrmcReprinted with permission. Register for the upcoming WRMC Conference - [Ethical Issues and Risk Management: Ethically Tolerable Accidents](https://www.outdoored.com/documents/ethical-issues-and-risk-management-ethically-tolerable-accidents/) - Article from 1998 Wilderness Risk Management Conference Proceedings from the Wilderness Risk Management Conference Web site - www.nols.edu/wrmcReprinted with permission. Register for the upcoming WRMC Conference - [Incident Response and Crisis Management: Case Study Valley Fever](https://www.outdoored.com/documents/incident-response-and-crisis-management-case-study-valley-fever/) - Article from 2004 Wilderness Risk Management Conference Proceedings from the Wilderness Risk Management Conference Web site - www.nols.edu/wrmcReprinted with permission. Register for the upcoming WRMC Conference - [Incident Response and Crisis Management: Communication Technology at NOLS](https://www.outdoored.com/documents/incident-response-and-crisis-management-communication-technology-nols/) - Article from 2003 Wilderness Risk Management Conference Proceedings from the Wilderness Risk Management Conference Web site - www.nols.edu/wrmcReprinted with permission. 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Register for the upcoming WRMC Conference - [Incident Response and Crisis Management: SAR for Outdoor Leaders](https://www.outdoored.com/documents/incident-response-and-crisis-management-sar-outdoor-leaders/) - Article from 2005 Wilderness Risk Management Conference Proceedings from the Wilderness Risk Management Conference Web site - www.nols.edu/wrmcReprinted with permission. Register for the upcoming WRMC Conference - [Incident Response and Crisis Management: Supporting Victims and Families after an Incident](https://www.outdoored.com/documents/incident-response-and-crisis-management-supporting-victims-and-families-after-incident/) - Article from 2007 Wilderness Risk Management Conference Proceedings from the Wilderness Risk Management Conference Web site - www.nols.edu/wrmcReprinted with permission. Register for the upcoming WRMC Conference - [Incident Response and Crisis Management: The Wilderness Incident Investigative Interview](https://www.outdoored.com/documents/incident-response-and-crisis-management-wilderness-incident-investigative-interview/) - Article from 2005 Wilderness Risk Management Conference Proceedings from the Wilderness Risk Management Conference Web site - www.nols.edu/wrmcReprinted with permission. Register for the upcoming WRMC Conference - [Risk Management Systems Oversight Mind Map.pdf](https://www.outdoored.com/documents/risk-management-systems-oversight-mind-mappdf/) - This is a summary of a Risk Management Plan done in MindManager Pro 7.0. - [Program Management: Communicating with Families in Challenging Situations](https://www.outdoored.com/documents/program-management-communicating-families-challenging-situations/) - Article from the 2007 Wilderness Risk Management Conference Proceedings from the Wilderness Risk Management Conference Web site - www.nols.edu/wrmcReprinted with permission. Register for the upcoming WRMC Conference - [Kayaking Curriculum - Davidson College](https://www.outdoored.com/documents/kayaking-curriculum-davidson-college/) - A Whitewater Kayaking Teaching Progression developed by the Davidson College Outdoor Program submitted by Ed Daugherty - [Interpreting Landscape through Eco Art](https://www.outdoored.com/documents/interpreting-landscape-through-eco-art/) - What is Eco Art? A summary with suggested links to explore. - [More than a Mission Statement: Constructing a Logic Model to Guide Organizational Practice and Program Evaluation](https://www.outdoored.com/documents/more-mission-statement-constructing-logic-model-guide-organizational-practice-and-program/) - PowerPoint presentation from this workshop which contains several resources for those interested in this topic. Please feel free to contact me with any questions. Paul Shirilla shirilla@unh.edu - [Sticks and Stones: the Original Game Bag](https://www.outdoored.com/documents/sticks-and-stones-original-game-bag/) - Chris OrtizTrainer, High 5 Adventure Learning Center cortiz@high5adventure.org #110 handout for the Sticks and Stones workshop Discover the possibilities in a bag of sticks and stones. What could be simpler props? This workshop explores some of the games of yesteryear with props as simple as a handful of rocks or a couple of sticks. Listen, - [3 Props, 30 Activities!](https://www.outdoored.com/documents/3-props-30-activities/) - Chris OrtizTrainer, High 5 Adventure Learning Center cortiz@high5adventure.org #101 80 minutes, 3 props, 30 activities The title says it all. We have 80 minutes to try a few games using only 3 simple props. You will also leave with a list of over 30 other activities using these same 3 props. I promise to - [The Art of Primitive Fire: Investigating the Bow- Drill](https://www.outdoored.com/documents/art-primitive-fire-investigating-bow-drill/) - Presenter: Nick Haberek - nicholas.haberek@unh.eduThis handout contains a few helpful hints for bow-drill beginners. It contains a list of suggested woods to try making your set ("fireboards and spindles") from, sources of tinder ("nests"), a few helpful hints, and a chart of punk (dust) characteristics to help you troubleshoot. Get Primitive, and Good Luck! - [Harvard First-Year Outdoor Program Swimming Policies and Procedures](https://www.outdoored.com/documents/harvard-first-year-outdoor-program-swimming-policies-and-procedures/) - Swimming Policies: Question: What can we do? Wade? Dip? Swim? A Lifeguard is Present Yes Yes Yes No Lifeguard Present Yes Yes No Definitions: Wading: walking in water that - [Injury Rates During Water-Based Wilderness Recreation](https://www.outdoored.com/documents/injury-rates-during-water-based-wilderness-recreation/) - by G. Dean WitmanThis study came about after the author approached several people in the wilderness recreation field about their risk-management practices, especially those related to training people who lead trips involving water exposure. The author was surprised that no widely accepted standards exist for training trip leaders or for the skills they need to - [VOBS Wilderness Water Safety Training](https://www.outdoored.com/documents/vobs-wilderness-water-safety-training/) - Curriculum for a Wilderness Water Safety Training Course from Voyageur Outward Bounds School - [Protocols: Gray Wolf Swimming Policy](https://www.outdoored.com/documents/protocols-gray-wolf-swimming-policy/) - [Protocols: NCOBS Swimming](https://www.outdoored.com/documents/protocols-ncobs-swimming/) - [Protocols: Prescott Swimming](https://www.outdoored.com/documents/protocols-prescott-swimming/) - [Protocols: SROM Swimming](https://www.outdoored.com/documents/protocols-srom-swimming/) - [Protocols: NOLS Backcountry Swimming](https://www.outdoored.com/documents/protocols-nols-backcountry-swimming/) - [Protocols: CRMS Swimming in the Backcountry](https://www.outdoored.com/documents/protocols-crms-swimming-backcountry/) - [Protocols: Deer Hill Swim Test Guidelines](https://www.outdoored.com/documents/protocols-deer-hill-swim-test-guidelines/) - [Protocols: Eagle Rock Swimming](https://www.outdoored.com/documents/protocols-eagle-rock-swimming/) - [Protocols: GCSU Swimming](https://www.outdoored.com/documents/protocols-gcsu-swimming/) - [Aquatics Better and Better Grid](https://www.outdoored.com/documents/aquatics-better-and-better-grid/) - Presented by Will Evans, Director of Safety Education and Loss Prevention, Markel Insurance Company, at the ACampA national conference during the week of February 11, 2007. - [Good Practice in Adventure Activities within the Education](https://www.outdoored.com/documents/good-practice-adventure-activities-within-education/) - This report is intended for use by employees of a British regulatory body overseeing adventure activities in the education sector. Appendix 2 provides data on School Trip Fatal Accident Records Between May 1985 and November 2001. Drowning accounted for 41% of the 46 reported casualties, more than any other cause. - [Announcement](https://www.outdoored.com/documents/announcement/) - Announcement written by Julie Clemons and distributed to the AEE board and accreditation council by Henry Wood. Natalie Kurylko will publish it in the AEE national newsletter, Horizon, in April 2007. - [Where children drown, United States , 1995](https://www.outdoored.com/documents/where-children-drown-united-states-1995/) - Drowning is the second leading cause of unintentional injury death among children ages 1 to 19 years. Details about the specific site of submersion are important for implementation of primary prevention efforts, but are not routinely available from national data. younger children were most likely to drown in swimming pools, whereas older children were most - [Urban-rural variation in mortality and hospital admission rates](https://www.outdoored.com/documents/urban-rural-variation-mortality-and-hospital-admission-rates/) - There are urban-rural differences in mortality and admissions for injuries in Ireland. Possible reasons for the higher rural mortality rates are higher case fatality in MVT and rural exposure to hazardous farm machinery, firearms, and open areas of water. This information could assist in targeting prevention programmes under the proposed National Injury Prevention Strategy. - [Wilderness Mortalities: A 13-Year Experience](https://www.outdoored.com/documents/wilderness-mortalities-13-year-experience/) - "The areas wilderness activities include rock climbing (both technical and recreational), canyon exploring, hiking, swimming, cliff diving in rivers and lakes, caving, and river rafting. A unique aspect of the region is that the county is one of the nations largest, with 9,241 square miles, although the water surface area is only 1.1 square miles." - [Ten-Year Study of Pediatric Drownings and Near-Drownings](https://www.outdoored.com/documents/ten-year-study-pediatric-drownings-and-near-drownings/) - "The largest proportion (67%) of fatalities occurred at lakes or rivers." The largest proportion (41%) of lake and river submersion incidents involved older adolescents or young adults. The ten submersion victims with detectable levels of blood alcohol constituted 25% of teenage drownings: nine were 15 to 19 years old; the last was 13 - [Analysis of Drowning in Australia](https://www.outdoored.com/documents/analysis-drowning-australia/) - analysis of the patterns of drowning and near-drowning by the location of residence for each case revealed that people from remote regions were at higher risk of drowning and near-drowning. Without information on the location of the drowning episode it is not possible to determine whether this finding reflects increased risk of exposure to - [Pediatric Wilderness Recreational Deaths](https://www.outdoored.com/documents/pediatric-wilderness-recreational-deaths/) - "Results: Of 40 cases meeting inclusion criteria, 90% involved male subjects and 83% of victims were 13 to 19 years old. Hiking (33%), swimming (20%), and river rafting (10%) were the most common activities. Death was most often by drowning (55%) or closed head injury (26%). - [New Zealand Incident Database Severity Scale](https://www.outdoored.com/documents/new-zealand-incident-database-severity-scale/) - This is the New Zealand National Incident Database incident severity scale - [New Zealand National Incident Database Report Form](https://www.outdoored.com/documents/new-zealand-national-incident-database-report-form/) - This is the report form used in the New Zealand National Incident Database - [American Canoe Association Best Practices Brochure](https://www.outdoored.com/documents/american-canoe-association-best-practices-brochure/) - According to Dr. Robin Pope, Vice Chair, American Canoe Association (ACanoeA) Safety Education and Instruction Council, the ACanoeA's approach is education, not regulation and the organization seeks for its instructor cadre to be so superb in every aspect of paddling instruction that paddlers seek them out, rather than the ACanoeA pursuing them. Certification Many regulatory - [STRAE Background, Position Statement, & Guidelines](https://www.outdoored.com/documents/strae-background-position-statement-guidelines/) - This is the output of the meeting at Harvard on April 24, 2001 which was co-hosted by Brent Bell and Preston Cline and attended by the ad hoc committee on Safety Training for Remote Aquatic Environments (STRAE). - [Incident Report Form - Outdoor Education Group, Victoria Australia](https://www.outdoored.com/documents/incident-report-form-outdoor-education-group-victoria-australia/) - This is the incident report form from the Outdoor Education Group based in Victoria, Australia. Uploaded by Clare Dallat. - [ACampA Newly Revised Accreditation Standards](https://www.outdoored.com/documents/acampa-newly-revised-accreditation-standards/) - American Camp Association (ACampA) has an accreditation program that establishes guidelines for needed policies, procedures, and practices. ACampA has new/revised accreditation standards that were approved by their Council of Delegates this past February (see file). The standards require that swimming be supervised by a guard who has current certification as a lifeguard by a nationally - [USLA Position Statement and Guidelines](https://www.outdoored.com/documents/usla-position-statement-and-guidelines/) - United States Lifesaving Association (USLA) participated in the earlier effort to create standards for the discipline that its president, Chris Brewster, called back-country, experiential group leaders (see attached position statement). Related point: USLA annually polls its chapters for the number of rescues, drownings, and other statistical information reported by lifeguard agencies. This compilation is not a comprehensive list - [Risk Management for Aquatic Safety Programs](https://www.outdoored.com/documents/risk-management-aquatic-safety-programs/) - If you do a keyword search on "wilderness", "remote", and "inflatable", you will find several suggested water safety practices that apply to backcountry settings. - [Application for Betty van der Smissen Fund Grant](https://www.outdoored.com/documents/application-betty-van-der-smissen-fund-grant/) - Application for Betty van der Smissen Fund Grant from AEE - [Backcountry Swimming Statement of Need](https://www.outdoored.com/documents/backcountry-swimming-statement-need/) - In an effort to get us rolling on best practices for backcountry swimming (andto try to use airport time a bit more efficiently than just drinking beer and watching football in the bar) I have taken the liberty of writing up a first draft of what the heck we are trying to accomplish (aka, a ## News - [Free Avalanche Awareness Course released by avalanche centers and training organizations](https://www.outdoored.com/news/free-avalanche-awareness-course-released-by-avalanche-centers-and-training-organizations/) - The American Institute for Avalanche Research and Education (AIARE), the Colorado Avalanche Information Center (CAIC) and the Northwest Avalanche Center (NWAC) have combined their knowledge and experience on a free online avalanche awareness course. According to Powder Magazine, "The organizations said that after completing Avalanche Aware, users will be able to read their local avalanche - [Black Diamond Equipment Recalls BD Vision Climbing Harnesses Due to Fall Hazard; Risk of Serious Injury and Death](https://www.outdoored.com/news/black-diamond-equipment-recalls-bd-vision-climbing-harnesses-due-to-fall-hazard-risk-of-serious-injury-and-death/) - This recall involves all BD Vision Harnesses. This lightweight harness is designed for technical alpine and ice climbs. All sizes are included in this recall. The harness has fixed leg loops and was sold in black and white colors. “Black Diamond” is printed on one of the leg loops. “Vision” is printed on the other - [Head Rush Technologies Recalls TRUBLUE iQ and TRUBLUE iQ+ Auto Belays Due to Fall Hazard](https://www.outdoored.com/news/head-rush-technologies-recalls-trublue-iq-and-trublue-iq-auto-belays-due-to-fall-hazard/) - This recall involves TRUBLUE iQ Auto Belay Devices, which enable climbers to safely descend while climbing. The TRUBLUE iQ is gray with blue handles and a gray sash on the front cover. The TRUBLUE iQ+ has an added catch-and-hold brake on the front. The LT versions of the iQ and iQ+ have blue tags above the - [ARVA Recalls NEO BT PRO Avalanche Transceivers Due to Risk of Loss of Emergency Transmission; Risk of Serious Injury or Death](https://www.outdoored.com/news/arva-recalls-neo-bt-pro-avalanche-transceivers-due-to-risk-of-loss-of-emergency-transmission-risk-of-serious-injury-or-death/) - This recall involves ARVA Neo BT Pro Avalanche Transceivers. The transceivers are black plastic with an LCD screen below a red mark button. NEO BT PRO is written on the left side of the device. The affected beacons have serial numbers NBP00052-1027 to NBP00287-1127 and NB00300-1127 to NB11675-0329. The serial number is located inside the battery - [Black Diamond Equipment Issues Recall for Recon LT Avalanche Transceiver](https://www.outdoored.com/news/black-diamond-equipment-issues-recall-for-recon-lt-avalanche-transceiver/) - Black Diamond Equipment® is recalling the Black Diamond Recon LT avalanche transceiver and related avalanche safety sets due to a corrosion issue that may cause it to malfunction. Recon LT owners can have their transceiver repaired, exchanged for a different model, or refunded In some cases, the metal contact of the Recon LT’s switch mechanism - [Petzl America Recalls GYM, PANDION and PANJI Climbing Harnesses Due to Fall Hazard](https://www.outdoored.com/news/petzl-america-recalls-gym-pandion-and-panji-climbing-harnesses-due-to-fall-hazard/) - This recall involves three Petzl climbing harnesses: the GYM harness (Model No. C032AA00), the PANDION harness (Model Nos. C029AA00 and C029AA01), and the PANJI harness (Model No. C028AA00). The recalled harnesses were used by operators of climbing gyms, adventure parks, guide companies, and consumers. Serial numbers are printed on a label inside the harnesses. Hazard: - [Black Diamond Equipment Recalls Neve Strap Crampons and Accessory Kits Due to Fall Hazard](https://www.outdoored.com/news/black-diamond-equipment-recalls-neve-strap-crampons-and-accessory-kits-due-to-fall-hazard/) - This recall involves Neve Strap Crampons and Accessory Kits, Style No. 400073, with date codes 01-2021, 05-2022, 07-2023, 01-2024 and SS1271. The date codes are located on the rubber heel strap pull-tab and on the underside of the toe piece under the anti-balling plate. The products are made of aluminum plates with spikes that attach - [Head Rush Technologies Recalls TRUBLUE iQ Auto Belay Devices Due to Fall Hazard](https://www.outdoored.com/news/head-rush-technologies-recalls-trublue-iq-auto-belay-devices-due-to-fall-hazard/) - This recall involves TRUBLUE iQ Auto Belay Devices, which enable climbers to safely descend while climbing. The TRUBLUE iQ is gray with blue handles and a gray sash on the front cover. The TRUBLUE IQ+ has an added catch-and-hold brake on the front. The LT versions of the iQ and iQ+ have blue tags above the - [2024 NATIONAL OUTDOOR BOOK AWARD NOMINATIONS NOW OPEN](https://www.outdoored.com/news/2024-national-outdoor-book-award-nominations-now-open/) - Nominations are now being accepted for the 2024 National Outdoor Book Awards. The program, which is in its 28th year, recognizes the work of outstanding writers and publishers of outdoor books. Books may be nominated for awards in one of several categories including: History/Biography, Outdoor Literature, Outdoor Adventure Guides, Nature Guides, Children's Books, Design/Artistic Merit, - [Cascade Designs Recalls Camping Cooking Pots Due to Burn and Scald Hazards](https://www.outdoored.com/news/cascade-designs-recalls-camping-cooking-pots-due-to-burn-and-scald-hazards/) - This recall involves select Cascade Designs camping cooking pots. The anodized aluminum pots are various 1- to 2-liter pots sold individually and as a part of stove systems and kits. The recalled models include Reactor, Trail Lite and PocketRocket Stove Kits. MSR is written on the side of the pots. Consumers should immediately stop using - [SRAM Recalls Shift Brake Levers Due to Crash Hazard](https://www.outdoored.com/news/sram-recalls-shift-brake-levers-due-to-crash-hazard/) - This recall involves all SRAM 12-speed shift brake levers sold separately as upgrade or replacement kits. The hoods of the brake levers are black. The clamp bolt on the brake lever can come loose, posing a crash hazard to the rider. A rider uses the brake lever to activate the braking system to slow or - [Bell Sports Recalls Bell Slope Adult Bicycle Helmets Due to Risk of Head Injury](https://www.outdoored.com/news/bell-sports-recalls-bell-slope-adult-bicycle-helmets-due-to-risk-of-head-injury/) - Bell Sports has issued a recall for the Bell Slope Adult Bicycle Helmet. The strap anchor can become dislodged from the helmet when sufficient force is applied, and therefore violates the CPSC federal safety regulation for bicycle helmets. The helmets can fail to protect in the event of a crash, posing a risk of head - [Shimano Recalls over 750,000 Cranksets for Bicycles Due to Crash Hazard](https://www.outdoored.com/news/shimano-recalls-over-700000-cranksets-for-bicycles-due-to-crash-hazard/) - This recall involves Shimano Ultegra FC-6800, Dura-Ace FC-9000, Ultegra FC-R8000, Dura-Ace FC-R9100 and FC-R9100P 11-Speed Bonded Hollowtech Road Cranksets manufactured prior to July 2019 sold individually and on bicycles sold by other manufacturers such as Trek and Specialized. A crankset is the component of the bicycle that the chain and pedals attach to for pedaling. - [Salewa USA Recalls Wild Country Superlight Rocks Cable Wire Chocks Used for Climbing Due to Fall Hazard](https://www.outdoored.com/news/salewa-usa-recalls-wild-country-superlight-rocks-cable-wire-chocks-used-for-climbing-due-to-fall-hazard/) - This recall involves Wild Country brand Superlight Rocks (model number 40-RSL) and Superlight Rocks Set 1-6 (model number 40-RSLSET) single cable wire chocks used for climbing. Superlight Rocks were sold as a set of 6 and individually in six different sizes and colors including: size 1 purple, size 2 green, size 3 silver, size 4 - [Werner Paddles Recalls Kayak Paddles Due to Drowning Hazard](https://www.outdoored.com/news/werner-paddles-recalls-kayak-paddles-due-to-drowning-hazard/) - This recall involves models Stealth and Covert kayak paddles. The brand name Werner appears on decals on both blades and the model name is printed on the right paddle blade. The paddles are made of black carbon fiber. Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled kayak paddles and contact Werner Paddles for a full refund - [C.A.M.P. Recalls Nimbus Lock Carabiners Due to Risk of Serious Injury or Death from Fall](https://www.outdoored.com/news/c-a-m-p-recalls-nimbus-lock-carabiners-due-to-risk-of-serious-injury-or-death-from-fall/) - This recall involves Nimbus Lock Carabiners sold in Gun Metal/Green, Gun Metal/Fuchsia and Gun Metal/Blue. The affected carabiners were sold individually or as part of the Nimbus Lock 3 Pack, the Locker Draw KS, the Energy CR3 Pack and the Energy Nova Pack. Only the carabiners are included in this recall. The affected carabiners have - [Black Diamond Equipment Recalls PIEPS Pro IPS Avalanche Transceivers Due to Risk of Loss of Emergency Communications](https://www.outdoored.com/news/black-diamond-equipment-recalls-pieps-pro-ips-avalanche-transceivers-due-to-risk-of-loss-of-emergency-communications/) - This recall involves all Black Diamond Equipment PIEPS Pro IPS Avalanche Transceivers. The transceivers are black plastic with an LCD screen below a yellow mark button. They measure about 5 inches long by 3 inches wide. PIEPS appears in yellow lettering and PRO IPS in white lettering on the front of the unit. The first - [Zipline Kits Recalled Due to Fall Hazard; Sold Exclusively on Amazon.com by Jugader](https://www.outdoored.com/news/zipline-kits-recalled-due-to-fall-hazard-sold-exclusively-on-amazon-com-by-jugader/) - This recall involves Jugader Zipline Kits containing a cable wire that is 160-foot long and 4-mm thick, a blue trolley, and a hanging plastic seat. Hazard: The zipline’s stainless-steel cable can break, posing a fall hazard. Incidents/Injuries: The firm has received 20 reports of the cable breaking, resulting in nine injuries including lacerations and one - [Bell Sports Recalls Giro Merit Helmets Due to Risk of Head Injury](https://www.outdoored.com/news/bell-sports-recalls-giro-merit-helmets-due-to-risk-of-head-injury/) - This recall only involves Giro Merit helmets manufactured prior to January 2023. The recalled Giro Merit helmet can be identified by the model’s name “Merit” on the rear/side of the helmet. It can also be identified by the inner helmet sticker which has the model’s name “Merit” written on it and also GH230. Hazard: The - [Mammut Sports Group Recalls Alugator Ride 3.0 Hoe and Alugator Ride SE Avalanche Shovels Due to Risk of Injury or Death](https://www.outdoored.com/news/mammut-sports-group-recalls-shovels-due-to-risk-of-injury-or-death/) - This recall involves Alugator Ride 3.0 Hoe and Alugator Ride SE shovels. The recalled shovels are used for digging out avalanche victims. The recalled shovels are made of aluminum, were sold in silver or black finishes and have orange handles. The recalled Alugator Ride 3.0 Hoe avalanche shovels were sold individually with production lot number - [AEE Podcast Launch](https://www.outdoored.com/news/aee-podcast-launch/) - 'It's in the Experience' An original podcast by the Association for Experiential Education The Association for Experiential Education brings you ‘It’s in the Experience’ – a brand new podcast series produced by AEE featuring the varied voices of those using experiential education principles and methods. During each 30-minute episode, two guests from different professions, or - [Black Diamond Equipment Issues Voluntary Recall for its Recon LT Avalanche Transceiver](https://www.outdoored.com/news/black-diamond-equipment-issues-voluntary-recall-for-its-recon-lt-avalanche-transceiver/) - Black Diamond Equipment® is issuing a voluntary recall for its Recon LT avalanche transceiver to carry out a required firmware update. The Recon LT avalanche transceiver may unexpectedly enter search mode, despite the rotary switch remaining in its send position. This malfunction can be resolved if users update their firmware to version v1.3 or later. - [Carabiner Malfunction: Petzl Recalls Scorpio Eashook Lanyards](https://www.outdoored.com/news/carabiner-malfunction-petzl-recalls-scorpio-eashook-lanyards/) - The affected products are :SCORPIO EASHOOK L060BA00 lanyard, sold individually KIT VIA FERRATA EASHOOK: K029DA00 and K029DA01 Only lanyards manufactured and delivered since January 1, 2021, and bearing serial numbers between 21A 0000000 000 and 21I 9999999 999, are affected. Product Malfunction These products have a malfunction: in rare cases, the carabiner's gate stays open - [Elevate Outdoor Collective Recalls Backcountry Access Avalanche Transceivers Due to Risk of Loss of Emergency Communications](https://www.outdoored.com/news/elevate-outdoor-collective-recalls-backcountry-access-avalanche-transceivers-due-to-risk-of-loss-of-emergency-communications/) - This recall involves the Backcountry Access Tracker4 Avalanche Transceiver sold in yellow and black. The transceiver has a digital screen on the front and is about five inches long and three inches wide. “BCA” and the model name “Tracker4” are printed on the front of the unit. The serial number for a transceiver is located - [PIEPS and Black Diamond Equipment Avalanche Transceiver / Beacon Safety Check](https://www.outdoored.com/news/pieps-and-black-diamond-equipment-avalanche-transceiver-beacon-safety-check/) - Black Diamond has announced that they have observed a small number of PIEPS and Black Diamond Avalanche Beacons with malfunctioning electronic components that may prevent it from switching between SEND and SEARCH modes. Our testing is ongoing, but it is important to us that we communicate this information promptly and ask that anyone in possession - [Specialized Bicycle Components Expands Recall of Sirrus Bicycles with Alloy Cranks Due to Fall and Injury Hazards](https://www.outdoored.com/news/specialized-bicycle-components-expands-recall-sirrus-bicycles-alloy-cranks-due-fall-and-injury/) - This expanded recall involves Specialized Sirrus X 3.0 and 4.0 bicycles model year 2021 and 2022. The prior recall involved 2019 and 2020 model year Sirrus, Sirrus X and Sirrus Sport bicycles. “Sirrus” or “Sirrus X” is printed on the top tube of the bicycle and the model name (e.g. “3.0”) is written on the - [Petzl Recalls PIRANA descenders](https://www.outdoored.com/news/petzl-recalls-pirana-descenders/) - Affected products:PIRANA descenders D005AA00 and D005AA01 (see models in photo). Serial numbers: between 19 F 0000000 000 and 22 A 9999999 999. Sold from July 2019 to January 2022. Unaffected PIRANA descenders: Previous generation PIRANA Photo: Old generation PIRANA (references D05 and D05 NOI) - Not affected​ Identified risk In certain situations, where the user - [Marin Mountain Bikes Recalls Bicycles Due to Fall and Crash Hazards](https://www.outdoored.com/news/marin-mountain-bikes-recalls-bicycles-due-fall-and-crash-hazards/) - The bottom bracket can break during use, causing the user to lose control, posing fall and crash hazards. This recall involves the following 20 different Model Year 2021 Marin Mountain bicycles: San Quentin 1, San Quentin 20”, San Quentin 24”, Wildcat Trail 1, Wildcat Trail 3, Fairfax 1, Fairfax 2, Terra Linda 1, Terra Linda - [CamelBak Recalls Caps Sold with Podium and Peak Fitness Water Bottles Due to Choking Hazard](https://www.outdoored.com/news/camelbak-recalls-caps-sold-podium-and-peak-fitness-water-bottles-due-choking-hazard/) - This recall involves certain caps sold with CamelBak’s Podium and Peak Fitness water bottles with three date codes. The date codes are H19039, H19063 and H19175 and are located on the underside of the cap. The water bottles were sold in a variety of colors in 17, 21- and 24-ounce sizes. CamelBak and Podium or Peak Fitness - [Trek Recalls Bontrager Satellite City Bicycle Pedals Due to Fall and Injury Hazards](https://www.outdoored.com/news/trek-recalls-bontrager-satellite-city-bicycle-pedals-due-fall-and-injury-hazards/) - This recall involves Bontrager Satellite City Pedals, which were installed as original equipment on Trek “Allant+,” “Dual Sport+,” “FX 2,” “FX 3,” “Verve 2,” “Verve 3,” and “Verve+” model bicycles. “ZTR02” is stamped on the bicycle’s pedal and on the pedals that were sold separately as a replacement part. The pedals have orange reflectors on ## Videos - [Black Diamond Presents: Hard Sends with Seb Bouin—El Gran Cabron, China’s First 5.15b](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/black-diamond-presents-hard-sends-with-seb-bouin-el-gran-cabron-chinas-first-5-15b/) - "Coming to China, I had no idea what to expect," says BD Athlete Seb Bouin. What he found, however, was a wealth of untouched caves, and potential for some of the hardest sport climbs in the world. Check out Seb's recent addition to China's next level crags: El Gran Cabron 9b (5.15b). - [B.I.G. - A World First](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/b-i-g-a-world-first/) - On September 20, 2023, I was able to climb “B.I.G.” (formerly known as “Project Big”) in Flatanger, Norway—one of the most demanding sport climbing routes in the world. Originally bolted by Adam Ondra, the route remained an open project for over a decade. After working on it together in 2022, I returned the following year - [River Reading: Whitewater Rivers De-mystified](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/river-reading-whitewater-rivers-de-mystified/) - You never have to paddle hard whitewater yourself, but that doesn't mean you can't read water like a pro. Whether you're a newer paddler, a total beginner or a seasoned expert, I'll break down what shapes the river and how to see each feature while helping you find your line. If you're interested in buying - [Ticks Are Out of Control - What You Need to Know](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/ticks-are-out-of-control-what-you-need-to-know/) - If you've seen the news you know this tick season is the worst in a decade. As hikers and backpackers we are particularly vulnerable to tick bites, and therefore tick-borne illnesses. In this video I'll show you everything you can do to prevent a tick bite, how to check yourself for ticks, what to do - [Komarnica: The Wild That Remains (2026)](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/komarnica-the-wild-that-remains-2026/) - Tucked beside Montenegro’s Durmitor National Park lies the Komarnica River, one of Europe’s last wild river canyons. It is an uncharted sanctuary, yet it faces an imminent threat: a planned hydropower dam that would drown this unique ecosystem, repeating the tragic history of the nearby Piva Valley. "Komarnica: The Wild That Remains" follows a team - [What does "pioneer" mean ? Live it at La Dent du Géant](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/what-does-pioneer-mean-live-it-at-la-dent-du-geant/) - From 1860 to the present day, the alpinists passion for the peaks remains unchanged. This short documentary mirrors the historic legacy of the Simond family with the present-day achievements of pioneering mountain climbers François Marsigny, Annabelle Bouchardon, and Benjamin Védrines. Bound by the same devotion to the mountains, they venture onto the majestic North Ridge - [Arc'teryx Presents: Hello, Beautiful](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/arcteryx-presents-hello-beautiful/) - While training for the Paris Olympics, professional climber Alannah Yip’s hair suddenly starts to fall out. Within weeks, she’s diagnosed with alopecia universalis, an autoimmune condition that causes complete hair loss. As Alannah grapples with the sudden change to her physical appearance and the fact that she might not qualify for Paris, she confronts deeply - [Emily Harrington - The Dark Side of Performance](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/emily-harrington-the-dark-side-of-performance/) - Professional climber Emily Harrington has spent more than two decades pushing herself in climbing, skiing, big walls, and the mountains. But behind the success, pressure and performance slowly started taking the joy out of the sport she loved most. In this episode of Fika With Bjarne, Emily opens up about body image in climbing, burnout, - [Bouldering with Lynn Hill: Greatest Climber Of All Time](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/bouldering-with-lynn-hill-greatest-climber-of-all-time/) - Lynn Hill, widely regarded as the greatest climber of all time, joins Hannah Morris and Louis Parkinson for a fun indoor bouldering session. In 1993, Lynn Hill was the first person to free climb The Nose on El Capitan in Yosemite. Her achievement changed perceptions of what was possible in rock climbing, for both men - [Dr. Jeff | An ER Doctor's search for balance and meaning](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/dr-jeff-an-er-doctors-search-for-balance-and-meaning/) - In the high-stakes world of emergency medicine, Dr. Jeff Yoo spends his days caring for critically ill and injured patients in one of Canada’s busiest emergency departments. But outside the hospital, he searches for balance, meaning, and identity through climbing. Dr. Jeff is a documentary that follows an ER doctor in Vancouver, BC as he - [NOLS Author Talks | Cassidy Randall (Thirty Below)](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/nols-author-talks-cassidy-randall-thirty-below/) - We kicked off the NOLS Author Talks Series with author Cassidy Randall, who joined us for a powerful conversation about her book Thirty Below and the stories behind it. In this session, Cassidy explored themes of curiosity, resilience, and adventure. Sharing insights into the people and experiences that shaped her work. In this recorded webinar, - [Trying hard is a skill. Here's how to train it.](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/trying-hard-is-a-skill-heres-how-to-train-it/) - Hazel Findlay shows us why trying hard is so important – and so fun – in climbing. So many climbers don't climb to their limit, which means missing out on one of the best experiences in climbing. It's not just about wanting it more – it's also about training in that uncomfortable, uncertain, maximal effort - [hitoláayca (Going Upriver)](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/hitolaayca-going-upriver/) - “I think I’d be a bad ass guide. I see myself as being a badass guide. Native guide.” Devin Reuben The Nimiipuu (Nez Perce) people have a deep, foundational history with river travel—including helping the Lewis and Clark Expedition on their descent of the Snake and Columbia rivers. Yet, centuries of forced displacement and systematic - [33° South - Climbing the World's Last 6,000 Meter Peak](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/33-south-climbing-the-worlds-last-6000-meter-peak/) - In December 2024 through early January 2025, a team of filmmakers—most of whom had never met or climbed together before—set out to Chile’s Central Andes with one objective: summit Cerro Marmolejo, the southernmost 6,000m peak in the world. From acclimatizing on Cerro El Plomo to navigating glaciers, rockfall, and extreme altitude, the expedition unfolds as - [First female ascent of the world’s first 8c | Katherine Choong on RAVAGE](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/first-female-ascent-of-the-worlds-first-8c-katherine-choong-on-ravage/) - RAVAGE (8b+/8c) Bolted by Wenzel Vodicka and first climbed in 1986 by Antoine Le Menestrel, Ravage was considered one of the very first 8c routes in climbing history - and at the time, the hardest grade in the world. 40 years later, Katherine Choong has made the first female ascent. « The first time I tried Ravage, - [Alpine climbing: Understanding risks & avoiding accidents](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/alpine-climbing-understanding-risks-avoiding-accidents/) - Alpine climbing is fascinating – but it comes with real risks. In this video, you'll learn where the greatest dangers lie and how to realistically assess them while alpine climbing. We show how protection, skill level, and risk level differ significantly depending on the climbing style – and where typical mistakes are made. We focus - [How to Build an Inclusive Paddling Community | Ann Gillard | The Discomfort Zone Podcast](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/how-to-build-an-inclusive-paddling-community-ann-gillard-the-discomfort-zone-podcast/) - Ann Gillard saw a gap in the paddling community and did what any good river person would do: she gathered her crew and got on the water to build a space where people can actually show up as themselves. Ann is an ACA Level 4 whitewater kayak instructor, NRS ambassador, and founder of Pride Day - [Andrew Skurka on How to Poop in the Woods](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/andrew-skurka-on-how-to-poop-in-the-woods/) - In the backcountry, no one wants a dirty butt that chafes, itches, or smells. So today, the legendary Andrew Skurka will demonstrate how to poop in the woods when you're backpacking or camping, with the help of a backcountry bidet. No more messy cat holes, no more toilet paper, no more monkey butt, no problem! - [Emil & Karl - Small Tires, Big Mountains](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/emil-karl-small-tires-big-mountains/) - "Emil & Karl - Small Tires, Big Mountains" follows two fathers and their sons on a six-day mountain biking odyssey through the Swiss Alps. Amidst mercilessly steep climbs and their children's whimsical moods, they master every unexpected hurdle with patience and humor. The journey is marked by childlike enthusiasm, nature experiences, and intimate moments. The - [Andrew Skurka on Dangerous Environments & Backpacking Safety](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/andrew-skurka-on-dangerous-environments-backpacking-safety/) - Hiking in dangerous backpacking conditions such as lightning, wind, rain, white water crossings, cold and freezing temps, and even avalanches, are all extremely important survival skills for every hiker to know. Today, Andrew Skurka explains how experienced backpackers interpret and respond to deteriorating environmental conditions; reading the warning signs, following practical steps and rules, and - [Patso - A River Life](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/patso-a-river-life/) - “I can’t imagine not having that [the river] in my life, ever. It has formed my life.” – Patricia Patso Stow In 1979, Patrica “Patso” Stow joined the (mostly-male) crew of guides on California’s Stanislaus River. Her life—and the northern California boating community—would never be the same. From guiding on the Tuolumne to meeting her - [The Layback Scull](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/the-layback-scull/) - The layback sculling manoeuvre is one of the most useful and reassuring skills in Greenland rolling. In this taster lesson from the new "Sculling Rolls and Manoeuvres" section of the Kalaallit Greenland Rolling Course, we focus on developing a relaxed and efficient back scull, a technique that not only improves your support and balance on - [The Future of Climbing | a documentary by Cedric Lachat & Guillaume Broust](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/the-future-of-climbing-a-documentary-by-cedric-lachat-guillaume-broust/) - "Everything is permitted as long as doing what we enjoy doesn’t destroy what allows us to do it." The real significance of “The Future of Climbing” is captured in the film’s final lines. It’s not just another behind-the-scenes look at a route or a vlog showing a typical day in the life of Cedric Lachat, - [Legacy Series, Episode 12: Jim Whittaker, First American to Summit Mt. Everest](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/legacy-series-episode-12-jim-whittaker-first-american-to-summit-mt-everest/) - "Big Jim" Whittaker is a legendary mountaineer best known for becoming the first American to summit Everest on May 1, 1963. Yet, Whittaker’s life was so much more than Everest. Whittaker's climbing career started with the Boy Scouts and evolved into guiding on Mt. Rainer and summiting Denali. In 1966, Whittaker made the first ascent - [Just The Sea And Me: The Joy Of Solo Sea Kayaking](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/just-the-sea-and-me-the-joy-of-solo-sea-kayaking/) - An ode to the simple joy of solo sea kayaking and camping, this is a trip I made up Loch Etive, a long sea loch on the west coast of Scotland, and one of my favourite places to paddle. Whilst editing this, I received the news that a friend had unexpectedly passed away. This film - [Stop Skavica – Save Drin River](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/stop-skavica-save-drin-river/) - For generations, the Drin River has sustained a way of life, feeding families, shaping culture, and nurturing one of Europe’s most vital ecosystems. Stop Skavica – Save Drin River follows the people of Dibra, Albania, as they stand against the proposed Skavica Hydropower Project—a dam that would drown villages, displace more than 20,000 residents and - [World-Class Mountain Guide Is Pushed To His Limits | The Mountains We Climb](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/world-class-mountain-guide-is-pushed-to-his-limits-the-mountains-we-climb/) - The Mountains We Climb is a climbing documentary about world-class mountain guide Karsten Delap and the mountain no training could prepare him for. This short documentary explores grief, importance of community and the strength it takes to keep moving forward. Through climbing, reflection, and community, The Mountains We Climb tells a story about the mountains - [What is British Trad Climbing? | The World’s Most Committing Climbs | EDELRID](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/what-is-british-trad-climbing-the-worlds-most-committing-climbs-edelrid/) - British trad climbing is one of the biggest anomalies in the world of rock climbing. Hard, often serious-looking climbs that are sparsely protected — and yet a thriving community, fiercely passionate and driven. In the words of Edelrid athlete Robbie Phillips, it’s simply the best place to climb on Earth. In this film, Robbie explores - [From Cancer Diagnosis to the Grand Canyon | Laura Kurup | The Discomfort Zone Podcast](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/from-cancer-diagnosis-to-the-grand-canyon-laura-kurup-the-discomfort-zone-podcast/) - What happens when a high-achieving career takes over and squeezes out everything you love? Laura Kurup spent years as a tech executive — Chief Strategy Officer at the SEC, Chief Data Officer at the New York Fed — and somewhere along the way, the river took a backseat. Then came a rare breast cancer diagnosis - [Too Old Not To | Patagonia Australia](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/too-old-not-to-patagonia-australia/) - “Feel the fear and do it anyway.” That’s the motto fifty-five-year-old Heli Murray teaches, and practices, as a birth doula and endurance athlete. Parallel to navigating motherhood, divorce, menopause and grandmotherhood, the ocean has been Heli’s sanctuary and outlet for expanding her own edges. Featuring Heli Murray Heli Murray is a self-professed middle aged beach - [Fika With Bjarne - Conrad Anker - Luck Is A Big Part Why I’m Still Alive](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/fika-with-bjarne-conrad-anker-luck-is-a-big-part-why-im-still-alive/) - Today’s guest is Conrad Anker, one of the most respected alpinists in the entire world. He’s climbed some of the biggest and most remote mountains on Earth, spending decades pushing the limits of what’s possible. In this episode, we go deeper into Conrad’s life—talking about risk, death, choices, and what shaped him into who he - [Born From the Climbing Life: Episode 1—Connor Herson in Norway](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/born-from-the-climbing-life-episode-1-connor-herson-in-norway/) - Legacy is earned. For BD Athlete Connor Herson, the only way to leave something behind that stands the test of time is to first try the benchmarks that have already been established. That was the genesis behind Connor’s trip to Norway. With two of the world’s hardest trad routes sitting right next to each other - [The Assistant | EDELRID](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/the-assistant-edelrid/) - When two world-class climbers meet for a coffee, things escalate fast. A glowing suitcase, whispered secrets, and a mysterious device turn a casual session into a spy-style mission that could change belaying forever. THE ASSISTANT follows Tommy Caldwell as he’s recruited by Mélissa Le Nevé—not as a climber, but as a belayer. When she hands - [February 2026: Four Avalanche Fatalities in Five Days](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/february-2026-four-avalanche-fatalities-in-five-days/) - A Utah Avalanche Cetner community debrief of the tragic week in February 2026. - [Chasing Time - Shortlisted for Oscar for Best Documentary Short Film](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/chasing-time-shortlisted-for-oscar-for-best-documentary-short-film/) - A meditative exploration of time and mortality, CHASING TIME follows photographer James Balog as he brings the 15-year Extreme Ice Survey project to a close. Accompanied by the Emmy-winning team behind CHASING ICE, the film unveils astounding visual evidence of climate change and spotlights the power of intergenerational collaboration in inspiring hope and action toward - [Most Paddlers Use the Bow Draw Wrong — Here’s the Fix](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/most-paddlers-use-the-bow-draw-wrong-heres-the-fix/) - Many paddlers think the bow draw is a turning stroke. It’s not. The bow draw is actually a finishing stroke that tightens your turn and keeps your paddling efficient. One of the biggest mistakes I see paddlers make is trying to initiate a spin with the bow draw. This puts your shoulder and elbow in - [Riverbound](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/riverbound/) - “... I used to live the dream, and chase rivers all over the world.” After a canyoning accident left guide and expert kayaker Brent 'Yak' Vandam a paraplegic, paddling the rivers that once defined his life suddenly felt impossible. But when packrafting appeared—offering a new way to get back on the water—Yak was all in. - [The Rostrum & Alien Finish | Yosemite Valley](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/the-rostrum-alien-finish-yosemite-valley/) - For the first time, Kate Kelleghan and Laura Pineau rope up together on the granite walls of Yosemite. What starts as a single day of climbing becomes something much bigger: a test of trust, partnership, and whether they’re ready to take on the Triple Crown together. - [Final Breakdown of the 2026 Tahoe Tragedy](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/final-breakdown-of-the-2026-tahoe-tragedy/) - Nine people died in the Castle Peak avalanche on February 17, 2026 during one of the biggest storms in the last 50yrs. This is a internationally certified guide's breakdown of what happened, why it happened, and what you can do to prevent further deaths. We cover the snowpack, the terrain, the four route options, the - [Two Days in the Tetons with Alex Yoder | Patagonia](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/two-days-in-the-tetons-with-alex-yoder-patagonia/) - Last April, Patagonia ambassador Alex Yoder headed into the Wyoming backcountry for two days of simplicity and backcountry snowboarding. No conversations, no cell phones, no purpose: just enjoying the process, connecting with nature and savoring the peace of the perfect powder turn. - [Norovirus on the Trail: It's Not Just About Water](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/norovirus-on-the-trail-its-not-just-about-water/) - In an earlier video on bad trail advice, I mentioned norovirus and water treatment in passing, but the message that landed wasn't quite the one I intended. This video sets the record straight. Norovirus is one of the most contagious pathogens on the planet, and while contaminated water is a real risk, it's not the - [Push the Lines - Three friends. One winter line. Years in the making.](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/push-the-lines-three-friends-one-winter-line-years-in-the-making/) - Jesse Huey tricks his friends Matt Segal and Quentin Roberts into a mixed climbing free ascent of the Diamond on Colorado’s Long’s Peak in winter. Over years of attempts, friendship, and screaming barfies, the team finally frees the line, proving that big dreams and solid friendships are always worth the effort. - [Behind the Climb: Colin Haley & Tyler Karow on the Southeast Ridge of Cerro Torre | Patagonia](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/behind-the-climb-colin-haley-tyler-karow-on-the-southeast-ridge-of-cerro-torre-patagonia/) - In December 2024, Patagonia Ambassadors Colin Haley and Tyler Karow joined forces to climb the Southeast Ridge (Filo Sureste) of Cerro Torre in Patagonia. Considered the modern hard classic of Chaltén, Colin had made three previously unsuccessful attempts on the route before taking it on with Tyler. With a great weather window, impeccable bivies, highly - [Masa 居場所 The Place Where I Am | Ellis Brigham](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/masa-居場所-the-place-where-i-am-ellis-brigham/) - Some people move countries for work. Others for family. Masa Sakano came to Scotland for the iced gullies and wild, unforgiving ridges of its winter mountains. Originally from Japan, Masa first arrived in the UK in 2001 and eventually settled in the Highlands in 2013. His decision to relocate was driven by a love for - [A Guide's Book](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/a-guides-book/) - High in the heart of Chamonix, one of the world’s most iconic alpine playgrounds, mountain guide and Rab athlete Pierre Idris “Pim” Mehdi reveals what it truly takes to build a life in the mountains. A Guide’s Book follows Pim through steep ski lines, complex terrain, and the daily balance between personal ambition and guiding - [Understanding the Tahoe Avalanche | A Guide's Perspective](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/understanding-the-tahoe-avalanche-a-guides-perspective/) - A professional guide’s analysis of the February 17, 2026 avalanche near Lake Tahoe that claimed nine lives. We review what’s known from the Sierra Avalanche Center, examine the snowpack and terrain factors, and share practical takeaways for safer decision-making in the backcountry. Our thoughts are with the families, friends, and community affected. Learn from the - [Good Guide Documentary](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/good-guide-documentary/) - During my twenties, I spent a lot of time in the mountains. I had a couple of very close calls on big mountain climbs. So, I stopped Alpine climbing for almost 30 years. This summer, I returned to the very same terrain – this time with a friend and the world class ACMG (Association of Canadian Mountain - [The Life We Have | Mortality, Movement & the Richness of Being Alive](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/the-life-we-have-mortality-movement-the-richness-of-being-alive/) - What would you do if death felt just steps away? For Rob Shaver -- having lived through multiple stage 4 cancer recurrences in the past two decades -- mortality has felt ever-present. "The Life We Have" follows his journey, a daily running streak -- three years and counting -- and a spirit that has kept - [14-Year-Old Solo Hikes 2,650 Miles Across the USA (Pacific Crest Trail)](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/14-year-old-solo-hikes-2650-miles-across-the-usa-pacific-crest-trail/) - This documentary follows my two year long solo hike across the country on the Pacific Crest Trail. This film is a real, raw, story of the youngest person in the world to solo hike the Pacific Crest Trail, a trail that covers over 2650 miles from Mexico to Canada. During this hike I encountered countless - [The Controversy Of Alex Honnold’s Taipei 101 Free Solo](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/the-controversy-of-alex-honnolds-taipei-101-free-solo/) - Rock Climber Alex Honnold’s Free Solo of the Skyscraper Taipei 101 is now the Most Watched Climbing Event in History, becoming the Third Highest Rated Programme on Netflix Last Week. In less than two hours, Honnold set a record for the longest urban free solo in history, climbing to the top of the 11th tallest - [The North Face Presents: K2 Chasing Shadows](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/the-north-face-presents-k2-chasing-shadows/) - For decades, the prevailing belief in mountaineering was that humans couldn’t survive above 8,000m without supplemental oxygen; a notion disproven in 1970, when Reinhold Messner became the first person to climb Mt. Everest with no bottled oxygen. This feat prompted further paradigm shifts, prompting alpinists to pursue progressively more stripped-down approaches. In 2022, The North - [Le Moulin Des Artistes (The Artist's Mill) | Patagonia Films](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/le-moulin-des-artistes-the-artists-mill-patagonia-films/) - Some people make a living from their craft. Others can’t live without it. In a 16th century mill in the Chamonix valley, Peter and Anati run Le Moulin des Artistes: a ski workshop, art space, and gathering place for like-minded free spirits. Whether it’s in Peter’s handmade wooden skis or Anati’s paintings and music, Le - [Cheating Reality (5.14a R) - Devil's Thumb - Boulder, Colorado](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/cheating-reality-5-14a-r-devils-thumb-boulder-colorado/) - Matt Segal makes a rare ascent of the dangerous traditional headpoint called "Cheating Reality" (5.14a R) on the Devil's Thumb in the Flatirons overlooking Boulder, Colorado. - [Footsteps](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/footsteps/) - In 1955, the first all-female expedition team to the Himalaya stepped foot in the wild, remote, and unexplored region of the Jugal Himal. 70 years later, Pauline Sanderson assembles her own team of women, all highly skilled and experienced mountaineers, to follow in their footsteps. As they tackle the unpredictable, unspoiled terrain of this lesser-known - [Build a Strong Paddling Mindset | Mental Agility for Confidence on the River](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/build-a-strong-paddling-mindset-mental-agility-for-confidence-on-the-river/) - Confidence on the river doesn’t start with stronger strokes — it starts in your mind. In this video, I break down the Mind portion of my Mind, Body, Paddle approach and share bit's a pieces of the mental agility tools I teach paddlers to help them face fear, move through discomfort, and paddle with more - [Mastering Crack Climbing in Italy](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/mastering-crack-climbing-in-italy/) - A unique moment on one of the hardest crack climbs in the world. This video documents the second female ascent of Greenspit (5.14a) in Valle dell’Orco, Italy—a legendary roof crack first climbed by Didier Berthod. Brutal, technical, and mentally demanding, Greenspit is a true test of commitment and crack-climbing mastery. This ascent is about persistence, - [The North Face | Line of Sight, Denali](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/the-north-face-line-of-sight-denali/) - To honor 25 years of Summit Series, we’re exploring stories from our athletes, who are unified by the world’s most iconic ranges. - [DMM Presents: FIERCE || A Highball Bouldering Film](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/dmm-presents-fierce-a-highball-bouldering-film/) - A portrait of Tina Breslin, one of the few women regularly tackling Yorkshire's bold highball boulders/routes. Drawn to beautiful places, and the quiet mindset it brings, Tina keeps searching out bigger challenges, despite an autoimmune arthritis that can halt her climbing for weeks or months at a time. At 5'2" Tina is often the first - [Kayaking Freestyle: How to Flat Spin](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/kayaking-freestyle-how-to-flat-spin/) - Whether you're surfing a wave or a hole, Flat Spins are the ultimate test of your ability to work with the river. They're also a foundational skill for boat control and developing your ability to maneuver more efficiently and effortlessly on the river. - [Free Climbing in Greenland | Arctic Ascent with Alex Honnold | National Geographic](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/free-climbing-in-greenland-arctic-ascent-with-alex-honnold-national-geographic/) - Alex Honnold, American rock climber known for his free solo ascents, leads his team across a massive glacier and attempts to free climb a 1,500-foot rock wall in a first-ever Greenlandic expedition. - [Arc'teryx Presents: Fifty-Fifty](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/arcteryx-presents-fifty-fifty/) - Tying in with a climbing partner means more than just working a few pitches or sending the crux together. It symbolizes an intersection of two approaches to the same sport, and how climbers at either end of a rope share similar goals. For renowned alpinists Ines Papert and Sarah Huenekin, the nexus of their aspirations - [The Smoke that Thunders](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/the-smoke-that-thunders/) - Aiming to paddle the fabled Minus rapids at the base of Victoria Falls on the Zambezi River, Ben Marr’s biggest challenge is to get to them by trekking upstream. A total assault on the senses awaits as the force of the river speaks for itself. - [30 Learnings from 30 Years of Alpinism | Stephan Siegrist](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/30-learnings-from-30-years-of-alpinism-stephan-siegrist/) - 30 Years. 30 Lessons. Stephan Siegrist, one of the world’s most accomplished alpinists, shares the insights, challenges, and wisdom gained from three decades of climbing and exploring the planet’s most remote and demanding places - [They Climb in Skirts… I Tried to Keep Up](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/they-climb-in-skirts-i-tried-to-keep-up/) - Journey into the freezing Andes mountains of Bolivia with Eva zu Beck, and meet the Climbing Cholitas, a group of Indigenous women on a mission to reclaim their power. One climb at a time, they endure tough routes at extreme altitudes, all while wearing traditional pollera skirts as an act of resistance. Eva grabs an - [I Nearly Lost My Leg In a Rock Climbing Accident](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/i-nearly-lost-my-leg-in-a-rock-climbing-accident/) - I’ve been sharing my climbing journey online for the last five years, but when I sustained a severe fracture to my right leg in a rock climbing fall, I wasn't sure what direction that journey would take. - [Pertex Presents: The Bells!](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/pertex-presents-the-bells/) - “The Bells, The Bells! is an iconic route that was put up in 1980 by John Redhead. It had a fearsome reputation because he, in his own words, nearly died on it.’’ - Rob Matheson At 74 years old, Lakes climbing legend Rob Matheson set the climbing world buzzing when he announced his attempt on - [What Every Kayaker Needs to Know About Holes: Part 1](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/what-every-kayaker-needs-to-know-about-holes-part-1/) - Holes are one of the most intimidating river features any whitewater paddler will face. My goal is to demystify them so you can replace that fear with understanding and start having as much fun in them as I do, while staying safe. - [DEAR SUPERHERO | The North Face](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/dear-superhero-the-north-face/) - When The North Face skier Janina Kuzma becomes pregnant, she must grow into her new identity as a mother. Wrestling with the fear of losing her job as a pregnant mountain guide or being judged as a professional athlete, Janina still finds peace in the mountains. Joined by The North Face snowboarder Leanne Pelosi and - [The Man Who Stayed](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/the-man-who-stayed/) - A documentary about Lloyd Hammons, who has lived alone in the Oregon woods for 25 years. This is a story about solitude, loss, nature, and the meaning of a quiet life in a loud world. - [Why we love the Red River Gorge, and the reason every climber should go](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/why-we-love-the-red-river-gorge-and-the-reason-every-climber-should-go/) - After one of the busiest years of their lives, Emily and Adrian head back to one of the places that feels like home: The Red River Gorge. Between Rocktoberfest energy, perfect fall weather, and some of the best sport climbing in the country, this trip becomes a much-needed reset for the whole Dangerstik crew. From - [When Kayaking Becomes a Rescue Mission](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/when-kayaking-becomes-a-rescue-mission/) - In this video, we look at how kayaking can become a rescue mission to save lives. - [Madagascar - NAMORONA SOLO](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/madagascar-namorona-solo/) - Nouria Newman on a four-day journey soloing the Namorona river in Madagascar. - [The Sherpas risking their lives to help climbers reach Everest's summit | 60 Minutes](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/the-sherpas-risking-their-lives-to-help-climbers-reach-everests-summit-60-minutes/) - Sherpas navigate extreme conditions and treacherous pathways as they act as porters and guides for climbers summiting Everest. They put their lives on the line, often with little recognition. - [TAO a river’s flow| ZACK MUTTON](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/tao-a-rivers-flow-zack-mutton/) - From a small place called the Kaituna River in New Zealand, meet Zack Mutton- world champion whitewater kayaker. After seeing countless videos of him dropping massive waterfalls, we couldn’t help but ask ourselves: why? So we set out on a journey to find out, visiting the place where he grew up, where his father built - [Crag, Sweat, Cheers](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/crag-sweat-cheers/) - Tom Livingstone heads to Pembroke to enjoy some trad classics. - [Making History on the Trango Towers, Pakistan - Edu Marin](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/making-history-on-the-trango-towers-pakistan-edu-marin/) - The Karakorum is the wildest mountain range in the world. One of the spectacular mountains around this Baltoro glacier is the Trango "Nameless Tower". It’s the biggest free-standing rock tower, and it’s simply just a mountain to be climbed! Edu Marín, helped with his brother Alex and father Novato, attempts the second free ascent of - [Building a Future Through Climbing in Thailand](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/building-a-future-through-climbing-in-thailand/) - In his hometown of Khon Kaen, Thailand, Ekalak “O” Hongliam rallies an international crew—including professional rock climbers Anna Hazlett and Tom Randall—to help turn his local cliffs into a legal, sustainable climbing destination. Their mission: not just to open routes, but to open minds, to a future where climbing uplifts an entire region. - [The Challenge - Steve McClure](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/the-challenge-steve-mcclure/) - Steve McClure gives an insight into his search for climbing challenges which inspire him. With an attempt to climb a hard, existing pegged route using only trad protection in Ogwen Valley, Wales. - [For blind climber Jesse Dufton, there is little that's out of reach](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/for-blind-climber-jesse-dufton-there-is-little-thats-out-of-reach/) - "Climbing teaches you a lot about who you are," says 40-year-old rock climber Jesse Dufton, who has conquered thousands of peaks without the benefit of vision. Dufton, who was born with a rare degenerative condition called rod-cone dystrophy, talks with Lee Cowan about how losing his sight did not lead to him forsaking his potential. - [Oldest woman to hike the entire Appalachian Trail reflects on her journey](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/oldest-woman-to-hike-the-entire-appalachian-trail-reflects-on-her-journey/) - Each year, only about one out of every four hikers who set out to complete the Appalachian Trail reaches that goal. A thru-hike means traversing nearly 2,200 miles, across 14 states, in a single 12-month period. It's a monumental feat of physical and emotional endurance. Betty Kellenberger, an 80-year-old retired schoolteacher from Michigan, shares her - [The 73 Year Old Rock Climber Chasing 5.13b (8a)](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/the-73-year-old-rock-climber-chasing-5-13b-8a/) - At 73 years old, Irmgard Braun is determined to climb the hardest route of her life. Filmmaker Hannah Morris spends two days in the Frankenjura to discover how Irmgard is able to push her physical and mental abilities, even in her seventies. In this short climbing documentary, Irmgard argues that age isn't an obstacle she - [22 Hours - The Yosemite Triple](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/22-hours-the-yosemite-triple/) - In May 2025 I completed the Yosemite Triple Crown with my friend Brant Hysell, this is the story of our day! - [Eddy Turns Using Arcs](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/eddy-turns-using-arcs/) - Carving arc shaped paths is the most effective strategy for moving into and out of eddies in a canoe. "Eddy Turns Using Arcs" is the first in a 3 part Eddy Turn series of videos showing the progression of Novice, Intermediate and Advanced eddy turn maneuvers. Look for "Eddy Turns Using Wave Troughs" and "Eddy - [Gasherbrum 3 - Edge Of Entropy](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/gasherbrum-3-edge-of-entropy/) - In summer 2024, Tom Livingstone & Aleš Česen returned to Gasherbrum 3 (7958m) in Pakistan’s Karakoram mountains after previously attempting the mountain in 2022 with a plan to climb the west ridge in alpine style. - [PASSION - Markus the Ice Climber](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/passion-markus-the-iceclimber/) - Eight years after a devastating ice climbing accident, Markus Hofbauer is back on the ice. What drives him isn’t defiance – it’s passion. A story about courage, pain, and the unbroken will to keep climbing – even with one hand. - [Tandem Canoe Eddy Turns - Carving Using MITH](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/tandem-canoe-eddy-turns-carving-using-mith/) - This video is a modern approach to tandem canoe eddy turns. Learn how to carve arcs using MITH into and out of eddy pools, maintain stability, momentum, and the individual roles of bow and stern paddlers. - [Common Climbing Mistakes I Wish I Knew When I Started](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/common-climbing-mistakes-i-wish-i-knew-when-i-started/) - Climbing Coach Be Fuller is back. She reveals how she made faster progress in the sport, and the lessons that helped her to unlock higher grades. These are the common mistakes she made as a new climber. These common mistakes held Be back. But now, she shares the five key ways she got better at - [SWELL PIRATES Point Break](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/swell-pirates-point-break/) - A short sea kayak film in Ucluelet, British Columbia and on Quadra Island, British Columbia - [First Descent: Kayaking the Klamath River from Source to Sea](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/first-descent-kayaking-the-klamath-river-from-source-to-sea/) - A group of young Indigenous kayakers set out to become the first to paddle the entire Klamath River, from source to sea, after the biggest dam removal project in history. Ranging in age from 13-20 and from tribes across the Northwest, the youth dedicated years to training for the 300-mile, month-long journey. But for many, - [Beyond Survival: Medicine at Extreme Altitude](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/beyond-survival-medicine-at-extreme-altitude/) - Lenin Peak (7,134m), on the border of Kyrgyzstan and Tajikistan, is often called the “easiest” 7,000m mountain. Yet each year, only around 10-20% of climbers reach the summit, and roughly 15 serious incidents occur every summer. Following the tragic loss of a respected guide in 2022, the Slava Topol Project (STP) was founded to bring - [Learn the Sweep Roll: Build Muscle Memory for a Smooth Kayak Roll](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/learn-the-sweep-roll-build-muscle-memory-for-a-smooth-kayak-roll/) - Learn how to master the kayak Sweep Roll with this step-by-step breakdown. I'm whitewater coach Anna Levesque, in this video, I teaches the exact process I use with my clients to help them roll smoothly, confidently, and without overthinking. You’ll learn: ✅ The correct finish position for your sweep roll ✅ Why “tucking forward” is - [Local Legends: Unapologetically Lindsey Hamm](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/local-legends-unapologetically-lindsey-hamm/) - Getting married and having kids? Yeah… no. Lindsey Hamm never followed the Texan handbook for a “decent life.” Instead, she became an ice climber, mountain guide, and full-time mold-breaker. Her lifestyle is all about freedom, wilderness, and fun, but it’s also marked by loss, grief, and a fractured foot. And still, Lindsey pulls on her - [The North Face | Line of Sight](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/the-north-face-line-of-sight/) - To honor 25 years of Summit Series, we’re exploring stories from our athletes, who are unified by the world’s most iconic ranges. - [Local Legends: No Pressure. No Podium. Just Franziska Schönbächler and the Ice](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/local-legends-no-pressure-no-podium-just-franziska-schonbachler-and-the-ice/) - You’d think a frozen couloir would be the last place to feel calm. But for Franziska Schönbächler, it’s the only place that makes sense. No noise. No pressure. Just the sound of her ice tools, the cold in her lungs, and the quiet reminder that she’s doing this for no one but herself. Franziska is - ["The Body Lies": How Kilian Trains His Brain for Pain](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/the-body-lies-how-kilian-trains-his-brain-for-pain/) - What drives one of the greatest mountain athletes of all time? In this video, we dive into Kilian Jornet's unique mindset — the mental strategies he uses to face extreme pain, fear, and uncertainty in the mountains. - [Into the Whitewater | Extreme Kayaking the Giant Waterfalls of Norway](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/into-the-whitewater-extreme-kayaking-the-giant-waterfalls-of-norway/) - This 4K documentary follows kayakers tackling Norway's challenging waterfalls. The team navigates treacherous rapids and demanding drops, emphasizing teamwork and the unique problem-solving skills required. Experience the thrill of extreme kayaking firsthand in stunning Norwegian landscapes. - [Tommy Caldwell | Empath (5.14d) | Microbeta #5 | Patagonia](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/tommy-caldwell-empath-5-14d-microbeta-5-patagonia/) - Patagonia Climb Ambassador Tommy Caldwell chose to project the granite test piece Empath (5.14d) in Kirkwood, California, as part of the “Gentlemen’s Race to 9a,” a friendly competition between himself, fellow Patagonia Ambassador Sonnie Trotter and their good friend Alex Honnold to see who could repeat 9a (5.14d) first after a long hiatus from climbing - [FLOWMO // Benny Marr x Futaleufú](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/flowmo-benny-marr-x-futaleufu/) - Extended moments of flow through Nature. Astral archetype Benny Marr on the Futaleufù River, Chile. - [17 Day Remote River Expedition in the Canadian Sub-Arctic](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/17-day-remote-river-expedition-in-the-canadian-sub-arctic/) - Journey through the Canadian sub-arctic on a 17-day canoe expedition down the Mountain River. This trip features challenging rapids and breathtaking scenery, including stunning canyons and abundant wildlife. Prepare for hiking excursions and potential close encounters with local fauna. - [Arc'teryx Presents: Stepping Out](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/arcteryx-presents-stepping-out/) - In the mountains, like in life, most days are not perfect. But for ACMG Splitboard guides Christine Feleki and Joey Vosburgh, it’s their job to make each of their 150+ days a year in the mountains meaningful. Working as a guide is a non-stop grind of managing uncertainty, prioritizing safety, and finding time in between - [Carved From Stone, a New Brunswick climbing documentary](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/carved-from-stone-a-new-brunswick-climbing-documentary/) - Brooke Carten explores how climbing has come to define who she is. Her story is a reflection for so many climbers. - [Dr. Jane Goodall’s Final Message To The World](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/dr-jane-goodalls-final-message-to-the-world/) - Dr. Jane Goodall’s final message to the world: “I want to make sure that you all understand that each and every one of you has a role to play. You may not know it, you may not find it, but your life matters and you are here for a reason.” - [Edge Control for Whitewater Kayaking | How to Stay Stable and Turn with Ease](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/edge-control-for-whitewater-kayaking-how-to-stay-stable-and-turn-with-ease/) - Want to feel more stable, confident, and in control in your kayak? In this video, I break down one of the most important skills in whitewater kayaking — edge control. Learning how to hold and use your edges can completely transform your paddling. Edge control helps you:Turn your kayak smoothly without overusing your paddleStay stable - [Anak Verhoeven Climbs Rainshadow 9a](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/anak-verhoeven-climbs-rainshadow-9a/) - On 9 May 2025, Belgian climber Anak Verhoeven made the first female ascent of Rainshadow at Malham Cove. By climbing this route, she became the first woman to climb a 9a on English rock. - [Palm Groms, the get together](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/palm-groms-the-get-together/) - Groms from the UK, Chile and Norway came to Wales for a weekend of kayaking, learning and fun. Each Palm Grom brought a friend, and together they tried new disciplines, shared experiences, and some even tasted fish and chips for the first time. The event, led by mentors Chips and Joe, was all about sparking - [Black Diamond Presents: Next Go For Sure with Alex Honnold](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/black-diamond-presents-next-go-for-sure-with-alex-honnold/) - Alex Honnold is entering his trad dad era. But don't let that fool you. The guy can still crank. Remember, this is the same dude who would casually onsight 5.13 splitters in the desert as a burgeoning youth before he became the Oscar-winning superstar he is today. We recently caught up with Honnold for a - [Don't Let The Old Man In](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/dont-let-the-old-man-in/) - In 2023, Aum and Tojan had the opportunity to travel with Duane Sauder, an 85 old with a fighting spirit for life. This is the story of Duane's journey to the Bugaboos with his old friend Dan Griffith, a mountain guide. - [Sketchy Low Falls | Ep.13](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/sketchy-low-falls-ep-13/) - A Masterclass on how to Belay Sketchy Low to the Ground Falls. - [Starting Again: Climbing After my Wrist Injury](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/starting-again-climbing-after-my-wrist-injury/) - I still have a ways to go with this wrist injury, but I'm happy to be playing on rock again. After this climb, I actually took another month off because I felt my body wasn't ready to be back on the wall yet. Now, I'm about a week into climbing again again, but this time - [Reading the River: Whitewater Stoppers Explained](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/reading-the-river-whitewater-stoppers-explained/) - When you’re paddling whitewater, few features demand more respect than the stopper (also called a hole, hydraulic, or pour-over). They can slow you down, flip you, or even hold you in place. In this lesson from our Reading and Understanding the River course, we’ll show you: What stoppers are and the different types you’ll encounterHow - [The Rapids In-Between](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/the-rapids-in-between/) - Alex Littlechild discusses the art of progression through challenge and how to create your own chaos, relating this to learning a new and as-yet unreleased model, and utilising the lesser-documented side of Norway's whitewater as the playground. - [Black Diamond Presents: ONSIGHT (Audio Descriptive Version)](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/black-diamond-presents-onsight-audio-descriptive-version/) - When her vision began to deteriorate, Seneida found solace in climbing. But it wasn't until she found climbers that she finally learned to open up and accept her disability. This film by Janelle Dransfield and Rachel Ross features Blind Athlete and Black Diamond Product Developer Seneida Biendarra, as she finds herself embracing her journey on - [TALA | The North Face](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/tala-the-north-face/) - In a breathtaking journey spanning 800 kilometers across the rugged spine of the Pyrenees, elite ultrarunner Fernanda Maciel takes on the legendary GR11 trail—alone. From the Atlantic shores of Hondarribia to the Mediterranean cliffs of Cap de Creus, she runs for twelve days and twelve hours, fully self-supported, carrying everything she needs to survive. But - [Trails of Life: A Continental Divide Trail Journey](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/trails-of-life-a-continental-divide-trail-journey/) - After a life-changing journey on the Pacific Crest Trail in 2023, "Yeehaw" returns to the wilderness—this time on the unforgiving Continental Divide Trail. But he quickly learns the CDT doesn't care about your past triumphs. From the snow-capped Rockies to the deserts of New Mexico, "Yeehaw" faces storms, injury, and solitude across some of the - [Build Mobility + Protect Your Shoulders | 3 Key Climber Drills](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/build-mobility-protect-your-shoulders-3-key-climber-drills/) - For climbers, strong shoulders are only part of the picture - good mobility is what keeps you healthy and moving efficiently on the wall. In this video, Steve Bechtel shares his top 3 shoulder mobility drills, showing you exactly how to build range of motion, improve overhead positions, and protect against common injuries. You’ll learn: - [In The Footsteps Of Banryu](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/in-the-footsteps-of-banryu/) - High in Japan’s Northern Alps, a team of English and Japanese athletes fast-pack the Kamikochi, Yarigatake, and Hotaka Circuit, following the routes once walked by the monk Banryu, the ‘father of Japanese alpinism’. - [Diamante Grezzo](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/diamante-grezzo/) - "Blasted into existence by quarrying in the early 2000s, this line was shaped by human intervention—but its beauty was pure chance. When the late Adriano Trombetta and Marzio Nardi bolted it, they couldn’t have predicted that the rock fractures from mining would create something so striking. Pioneers of the Torino climbing scene and its surrounding - [ROCK TRIP | The North Face](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/rock-trip-the-north-face/) - In March 2024, a team of nine The North Face athletes from around the globe gathered in Bariloche, Argentina to explore the climbing, community and culture. There, they bolted lines, scrambled up spires and sought opportunities to learn from each other—and the walls of Valle Encantado. FEATURING: MATTY HONG SAM ELIAS FELIPE CAMARGO SHAWN RABOUTOU - [A Lifetime Achievement || Grand Canyon of the Stikine](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/a-lifetime-achievement-grand-canyon-of-the-stikine/) - 65 miles of your favorite paddlers favorite whitewater. This canyon is known as “ the mt Everest of whitewater”, and lives up to the name. While it may not be considered that by the top paddlers these days, it is still a giant milestone in many paddlers lives. Boils, waves, holes, whirlpools bigger than you’ve - [The Most Dangerous Kayak Expedition on Earth](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/the-most-dangerous-kayak-expedition-on-earth/) - In this extreme survival documentary, two adventurers, Vincent and Alban, embark on a perilous 1000 km kayaking journey along the treacherous east coast of Greenland. Racing against the onset of a brutal Arctic winter, they face life-threatening challenges, including navigating through crushing brash ice, battling near-hypothermia after an exhausting 36-hour paddle, and improvising crucial repairs - [Black Diamond Presents: The Pirates Code](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/black-diamond-presents-the-pirates-code/) - In 2012, filmmaker and photographer Ben Ditto, and professional climber Mason Earle equipped an immaculate line in Tuolumne’s high country. But their attempts to free the route were thwarted when Mason’s life changed drastically. With the help of Connor Herson, Ditto and Mason found a way to keep the dream alive. - [A New Valley](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/a-new-valley-2/) - "In the vast Sierra wilderness far to the southward of the famous Yosemite Valley, there is a yet grander valley of the same kind." - John Muir For years, Kings Canyon has been a footnote in California’s climbing history — often overshadowed and overlooked by bigger names. That’s changing. 'A New Valley' shares a glimpse - [Mindset tools for Paddlers: Fact vs. Story + Reframe](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/mindset-tools-for-paddlers-fact-vs-story-reframe/) - Kayaking (and life!) is as much about mindset as it is about skill. Fear, doubt, and that pesky inner critic will always show up — but the good news is, you can train your brain to respond with courage and clarity. In this video, I’m breaking down two of my mindset tools: Fact vs. Story - [JamRock: the Birth of Jamaican Rock Climbing](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/jamrock-the-birth-of-jamaican-rock-climbing/) - "Jamrock" follows the remarkable journey of Kai Lightner, a 12-time national climbing champion and the visionary founder of "Climb for Change." Against the backdrop of Jamaica, renowned for its vibrant culture but not traditionally associated with rock climbing, Kai embarks on a transformative mission. The film delves into the heart of Jamaica's emerging climbing community, - [Arc'teryx Presents: MUGA](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/arcteryx-presents-muga/) - What if climbing began with letting go? In MUGA, world-renowned climber Ashima Shiraishi steps into the ancient granite of Switzerland’s Ticino Valley, where every hold and ripple in the rock tells a story millions of years in the making. As the boundaries between self and stone dissolve, she enters muga—a liminal state free from attachment, - [Riders On The Storm: Siebe's Crux Cut | The North Face](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/riders-on-the-storm-siebes-crux-cut-the-north-face/) - Siebe Vanhee has long dreamed of making the first free ascent of the legendary climb Riders on the Storm, in Patagonia, Chile. In 2024 he teamed up with Nico Favresse and Sean Villanueva O'Driscoll for an epic 18-day attempt. The biggest question mark is pitch 17 - a spectacular line through thin cracks and a - [YouTube's Best Climbers Vs Biggest Dyno in Epic Competition](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/youtubes-best-climbers-vs-biggest-dyno-in-epic-competition/) - In a tense bouldering finale, Swedish Competition Climber Emil Abrahamsson, Parkour Pro Toby Segar, Catalyst Climbing's Louis Parkinson an Coach Be Fuller go head to head on two Olympic-style boulders. Alongside them, Youth Climbing Champion Lucy Garlick, Rotimi Odukoya, Mimi White, and Ben Segar complete our four teams battling on five problems in a unique - [The Art of Falling - A Project Onwards Film](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/the-art-of-falling-a-project-onwards-film-2/) - The Art of Falling is a captivating exploration of the delicate balance between vulnerability and power. Follow Annalisa as she pushes her limits in projecting “Pet Shop Boys,” a sport climbing route at Red Rock Canyon’s Trophy Wall where she transforms each fall into a stepping stone towards a more graceful, controlled, and static sequence. - [Bianco Invisibile](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/bianco-invisibile/) - “When you go open a new route, you never really know what you’re getting into. But that’s part of the game. The beauty of these climbs is that, once you’ve done them, you somehow knew deep down you could do it.” On March 7, 2025, Grivel athletes François Cazzanelli and Giuseppe (Bepi) Vidoni completed the - [One Of The Hardest Rivers I Have Ever Kayaked | The Indus River in Pakistan](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/one-of-the-hardest-rivers-i-have-ever-kayaked-the-indus-river-in-pakistan/) - By this point most people will probably have heard something about the infamous Rondu Gorge on the Indus River in Gilgit-Baltistan, the northern part of Pakistan bordering China. What is seen as one of the hardest rivers you can do in your kayak, every lap on the Indus from any person ever, has created wild - [MORGAN | A Rock Climbing Short Film](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/morgan-a-rock-climbing-short-film/) - MORGAN is a rock climbing short film that tells the story of how a young Utah athlete became a skilled climber and champion for the female climbing community. This story takes a look into her upbringing, climbing legacy, and at what makes Utah a unique place for climbing. Follow Morgan as she attempts two challenging - [Life After Plastic | The North Face](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/life-after-plastic-the-north-face/) - In the face of broken bones, self-doubt, and the search for her climbing identity, competition climber Molly Thompson-Smith fights her way to the Olympics. Along the way, she shares experiences and insights with fellow climber Caroline Ciavaldini. This film explores the parallel journeys of two of our community’s leading female figures—highlighting their resilience, determination, and - [Parenting: Disaster Style (Episode Three) | Patagonia Films](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/parenting-disaster-style-episode-three-patagonia-films/) - In episode 3, Zoe and Maxime bring Mathias and Mika rock climbing in the French Alps and remind them that it’s not just about taking a big high from the mountains, but also giving back and creating the environment we want to have. - [Chunky Moments of Peace | Patagonia Stories](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/chunky-moments-of-peace-patagonia-stories/) - After connecting via social media during the early days of the COVID-19 pandemic, Shaun Price and Eric Arce began dreaming of a combo mountain bike and photography road trip. The plan: spend two weeks driving between trail systems and biking with as many BIPOC riders as possible, while taking as many photos as possible along - [Disco 2000, The Hardest Trad Multi Pitch in Northern Europe](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/disco-2000-the-hardest-trad-multi-pitch-in-northern-europe/) - Follow along Kristoffer Klev and Hannes Puman take on the notorious Disco 2000 (400m 8a+) route on Store Blåmann outside of Tromsø. The individual pitches have been tried and free climbed previously, but nobody has ever done the whole route ground up in a single go. - [Anna Hazelnutt climbs Peace in Tuolumne Meadows](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/anna-hazelnutt-climbs-peace-in-tuolumne-meadows/) - One year ago, I released my film Peace - a quiet, meditative climbing journey. To celebrate its one year anniversary, I'm rereleasing an original score by Scottish composer Mark Hendry. This fan-made music transforms the mood and texture of the film giving it a whole new emotional atmosphere - same footage, completely different feel. If - [Laura Dahlmeier Climbing the Pilier Rouge Du Brouillard | adidas TERREX](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/laura-dahlmeier-climbing-the-pilier-rouge-du-brouillard-adidas-terrex/) - Olympian Biathlete and Mountaineer Laura Dahlmeier tragically perished during an expedition in the Karakoram mountains on July 28, 2025. This video from 2023 celebrates and honors her incredible achievements. After a long and successful biathlon career, winning Olympia Gold several times, Laura Dahlmeier decided to transition careers and dedicate herself fully to what she always - [Punks in the Gym - World's first 8b+](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/punks-in-the-gym-worlds-first-8b/) - In this short film we follow George Eddy, a Blue Mountains climber, in his journey to send Punks. Punks in the Gym was the World's first 8b+/32, sent by Wolfgang Güllich in 1985. It is located in Mount Arapiles/Dyurrite, Australia, and it is one of Australia's most iconic climbs. Punks in the Gym is set - [Seeking South](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/seeking-south/) - Seeking South follows trail runner Keisuke Minami as he takes on the fastest-known-time (FKT) challenge of the Grand Randonée 10 (GR10)—a grueling 914 km journey across the Pyrenees in southern France, from the Atlantic to the Mediterranean. The route typically takes 45-60 days to complete, but Minami sets out to finish in just over 9 - [Stop Flipping: How to Brace & Stay Upright](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/stop-flipping-how-to-brace-stay-upright/) - The Brace is one of the first skills every kayaker should learn, but if it isn't done right, it can damage your shoulders. It's amazing how many experts don't even brace properly. In this video, my goal is to make it simple, break it down, and help you keep it upright. - [Shaped By Ice](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/shaped-by-ice/) - In 2024, Dr. Mauri Pelto and artist Jill Pelto returned to Washington’s North Cascades for the 41st season of glacier fieldwork - supported by POWs Advocacy & Adventure Alliance Grant and @11thhourracing. The North Cascade Glacier Climate Project has been running continuously since 1984, creating one of the world’s longest records of glacier change. With - [Surviving the Grand Canyon’s Deadliest Rapids: 12-Days. 226 Miles](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/surviving-the-grand-canyons-deadliest-rapids-12-days-226-miles/) - In June 2025, my brother ​⁠​⁠‪@TheRealTedBaird‬ and I were invited by a subscriber, Brandon, to join a self-guided whitewater rafting trip through the Grand Canyon. Rafting the canyon had always been on our radar—we even talked about it during our time on Season 4 of ALONE—but the dream had faded until this once-in-a-lifetime opportunity came - [Mastering the Advanced Sweep Stroke: Learn Power, Precision, and Key Body Rotation](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/mastering-the-advanced-sweep-stroke-learn-power-precision-and-key-body-rotation/) - Simon Coward from AQ Outdoors goes through the steps to mastering the Advanced Sweep Stroke. This video is geared towards both the learner and instructor. - [TRASH PANDA | A Southeastern Climbing Documentary](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/trash-panda-a-southeastern-climbing-documentary/) - An aging climber, Mike Adair, is restoring a forgotten boulder field. Meanwhile, he's restoring his old climbing chops and proving he can still set the hardest routes around. Welcome to Sand Rock, Alabama. This is the home crag of many climbers in the Southeastern United States, including Mike Adair. Trash Panda is a snapshot of - [The Secret Behind the World's Best Climber, Janja Garnbret](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/the-secret-behind-the-worlds-best-climber-janja-garnbret/) - Magnus Midtbø spends a day with Janja Garnbret, the greatest competitive climber of all time to discover how she trains to achieve her incredible status in world competition. - [Effervescence - Whitewater Rafting Documentary](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/effervescence-whitewater-rafting-documentary/) - Ed Monroe is a West Virginia whitewater rafting pioneer for over 31 years. With having the loss of his wife, newborn daughter and brother within the same month at such an early age, Ed turned to the whitewater as an escape only to discover his one true love that would save him. - [Pete Whittaker | Crown Royale (5.14d) | Send Footage](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/pete-whittaker-crown-royale-5-14d-send-footage/) - Check out extended footage of Patagonia Climb Ambassador Pete Whittaker’s first ascent of Crown Royale (5.14d), one of the world’s hardest trad lines. Microbeta is all about the details. It’s the sneaky weight shift, the precise finger position or the subtle mental unlock that takes a project from “impossible” to “doable.” And it’s our celebration - [Pretty Strong](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/pretty-strong/) - "I've always wanted to do everything in climbing to prove myself right... It's never been about anyone but me." - Sierra Blair They called her too pretty to be strong but they forgot she was a climber. Despite criticism for how she looks and being counted out for how she shows up, Sierra's been quietly - [Parenting: Disaster Style (Episode One) | Patagonia Films](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/parenting-disaster-style-episode-one-patagonia-films/) - Join Zoe Hart and her husband, Maxime Turgeon, as they share wild nature and sport with their sons, Mathais and Mika. Episode 1 of Patagonia’s new short film series, Parenting: Disaster Style, finds the family in Southern France for a skate, climbing and kitesurfing trip, and includes a lesson on stretching 40 euros. - [Parenting: Disaster Style (Episode Two) | Patagonia Films](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/parenting-disaster-style-episode-two-patagonia-films/) - The second installment of Patagonia’s new short film series, Parenting: Disaster Style, is all about type two fun and nature's rewards. Zoe Hart and her husband, Maxime Turgeon, take their sons, Mathais and Mika, ski touring through a storm to spend some time at a backcountry hut in Val Ferret, Italy. Young Mika would later - [Hiking alone: A Heatwave, a Desert, and the Fight for Women’s Safety](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/hiking-alone-a-heatwave-a-desert-and-the-fight-for-womens-safety/) - When Australian adventurer Lucy Barnard reaches northern Mexico on her record-breaking quest to walk from Argentina to Alaska, her journey is pushed to the brink. Facing extreme summer heat, record-breaking temperatures, and months of isolation across desert terrain, she must summon every ounce of strength to keep going. Joined by fellow adventurer Bailey Seamer, the - [Whitewater Kayaking in Norway | "Tears of the Gods"](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/whitewater-kayaking-in-norway-tears-of-the-gods/) - This video documents a few of the rivers and waterfalls filmed during a three-week trip to Norway in June of 2025. Sections (in order of showing) include Lake To Lake Slide, Tysselva Slide, Money Drop, Tunnel to Nosebreaker, and the Ulvaa into the Rauma.. - [Bold routes for parents? Hazel Findlay's first big lead as a mum](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/bold-routes-for-parents-hazel-findlays-first-big-lead-as-a-mum/) - Hazel Findlay comes back to trad 8 months after having a baby. Follow Hazel's process, her tips for staying focused and how she aligns her mindset for bold trad routes. The route is Rising Son E8 6c (roughly 5.13b R/X) in Llanberis Pass, North Wales UK. Filming and editing by Emily Cooney. Hazel is taking - [The Future of Climbing is Female | Passing The Crux](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/the-future-of-climbing-is-female-passing-the-crux/) - Erika, Cail, Katie, and Steph come from different walks of life, brought together by a shared love for climbing. Although the role of climbing in their lives may vary, at its core the sport has given them the privilege of passion, decompression from the world around them, and has opened doors to unique experiences and - [Mélissa Le Nevé: Between Earth and Air: Chapter 1 | EDELRID](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/melissa-le-neve-between-earth-and-air-chapter-1-edelrid/) - Mélissa Le Nevé's story reflects the heart of a climber who has found a home in the outstanding and challenging terrain of Céüse, one of the most iconic climbing destinations in France. Growing up in Bordeaux, she discovered climbing at the age of 17, despite the lack of climbing opportunities in the area. Determined to - [Top 7 Deadly River Kayaking Mistakes (and How to Avoid Them!)](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/top-7-deadly-river-kayaking-mistakes-and-how-to-avoid-them/) - Rivers are some of the best places to paddle, but they can be deadly if you ignore some key 'rules of the river'. In this video, Ken Whiting breaks down the most common (and deadly) mistakes that paddlers make on rivers, and how to avoid them. Whether you're new to kayaking or have years of - [Beyond the Trail | A Sea to Summit Short Film](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/beyond-the-trail-a-sea-to-summit-short-film/) - After tackling some of the world’s most iconic long-distance trails, New Zealand-born filmmaker and hiker Elina Osborne returns home to take on Te Araroa – a 3,000 km hike stretching the length of Aotearoa. Filmed across alpine ridgelines, remote valleys and wild coastline, this short film follows Elina as she reflects on the physical and - [They’re Trying to Sell Our Public Lands (and here’s what we can do)](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/theyre-trying-to-sell-our-public-lands-and-heres-what-we-can-do/) - Beloved hiking, backpacking, camping, hunting, and fishing areas could be sold to the highest bidder in Alaska, Arizona, Washington, Oregon, California, Utah, Nevada, Colorado, Idaho, New Mexico and Wyoming as part of the One Big Beautiful Bill Act (H.R. 1). This is the biggest attempted sale of public lands in modern history. But there is - [How Hazel Findlay climbed Muy Caliente E9 6c (5.13c X) - Performance psychology in action](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/how-hazel-findlay-climbed-muy-caliente-e9-6c-5-13c-x-performance-psychology-in-action/) - In this video, Hazel breaks down the tools and strategies she used to climb a scary route called Muy Caliente (E9 6c). This an example lesson from the beginning of our course Performance Hacks (opening July 1st 2025). It can be hard to imagine how the concepts of performance psychology actually fall into place for a performance. - [Arc'teryx Presents: Climbing Through](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/arcteryx-presents-climbing-through/) - When there always seems to be a tornado of obligation surrounding us, how do we commit to the moment and connect to the magic of now? Motherhood, guiding, her own counseling practice—professional climber Julia Niles has danced between responsibilities for years. Lured by her friend, pro athlete Em Pellerin, to go climb the big walls - [RAW SENDS: Connor Herson Climbs Stranger Than Fiction (5.14)](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/raw-sends-connor-herson-climbs-stranger-than-fiction-5-14/) - "This might be the best sandstone crack I've ever touched," says BD Athlete Connor Herson. On March 23, 2025, Connor cruised Stranger Than Fiction (5.14), a mythical sandstone splitter established by Mason Earle. Check out the raw send-go, captured on camera. - [Ian](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/ian/) - "IAN" tells the remarkable story of 72-year-old Australian rockclimber Ian Elliott, who challenges the limits of aging by achieving his hardest climb at nearly 70. This film inspires viewers to redefine what’s possible, no matter their age. - [A River Runs Through Them | Patagonia Films](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/a-river-runs-through-them-patagonia-films/) - From accidental activists to a decade-long commitment, the Vjosa river has shaped the lives of two environmental campaigners from Albania. A short film about Besjana Guri and Olsi Nika. - [PTW III: Paddle Tribal Waters Academy](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/ptw-iii-paddle-tribal-waters-academy/) - For the first time in over 100 years, a ribbon of greenish-gold carves uninterrupted from Keno, Oregon to the Pacific Ocean. With Iron Gate, Copco 1 and 2, and J.C. Boyle dams gone, the Klamath River is slowly reshaping and restoring the riverbed, inviting the chance to discover the region anew. Soon, spawning salmon and - [Kayak Rock Gardening | How to Kayak in Rough and Rocky Water](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/kayak-rock-gardening-how-to-kayak-in-rough-and-rocky-water/) - In this episode, we're looking at kayaking in rock gardens, otherwise known as 'rock gardening'. - [Intro to Sport Climbing featuring Hard is Easy](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/intro-to-sport-climbing-featuring-hard-is-easy/) - HardIsEasy‬ and I introduce sport climbing to anyone interested but have never done it before. We aimed to keep it simple but also include the big-picture takeaways from both of our video libraries. Please go with someone who knows what they are doing the first time you go climbing. - [A Guide to Fighting for Wild Rivers | Presented by OARS](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/a-guide-to-fighting-for-wild-rivers-presented-by-oars/) - Discover the magic of the Yampa, the last wild river in the Colorado River Basin, and learn how to build a movement to protect a wild river near you. Step 1: Be proactive… Since 2012, OARS has joined forces with American Rivers and Friends of the Yampa, to host an annual Yampa River Awareness Project - [About Damn Time | The Dory Women of Grand Canyon](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/about-damn-time-the-dory-women-of-grand-canyon/) - Amidst the roar of rapids and the serenity of the Grand Canyon, "About Damn Time" by filmmaker Dana Romanoff, chronicles the journey of trailblazing boatwomen who, guided by legacy and determination, challenge a male-dominated world, protect sacred rivers, and pass the oars to the next generation. Dories—delicate, hand-crafted wooden boats—are known as the ballerinas of - [Climbing for Gold - one legged adventure](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/climbing-for-gold-one-legged-adventure/) - "Climbing for Gold" chronicles the inspirational journey of Fré Leys, a Belgian para-climber with a determination to win the world championship title. The film takes us behind the scenes of the climbing competitions, offering insights into the preparations, strategies, and sportsmanship among the athletes. Beyond the competitions, "Climbing for Gold" delves into the daily challenges - [The Only Soft Catch video You Need to See | Ep.12](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/the-only-soft-catch-video-you-need-to-see-ep-12/) - A Complete guide on how to give a soft catch (dynamic belaying) for the Climber. - [FIVE CAVES FIVE DAYS | The North Face](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/five-caves-five-days-the-north-face/) - Five Caves Five Days explores the coastal crags of New South Wales and Queensland. Leaving from his doorstep and travelling north, Ben Cossey sets out to discover climbing areas outside the major four in Australia. Travelling in his van, Ben meets local climbers along the way to show him the goods at their local crags. - [Just Start | Trail Running](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/just-start-trail-running/) - Madeline, a trail runner, triumphs over childhood trauma through running, using her past as fuel to promote joy over perfection. [NOTE: This film has dialog related to suicide and sexual abuse that could be difficult for some viewers] - [Driving Sweep](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/driving-sweep/) - Few river guides ever get the chance to drive Idaho’s Iconic sweep boat. Driving Sweep follows Katie Veteto as she learns how to “drive sweep” down the Middle Fork of the Salmon River. She’s learned the rapids and the river. Now she learns to drive a 4,000 lbs sweep down steep rocky rapids. *This work - [Lael Rides Around the World](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/lael-rides-around-the-world/) - In 2024, Lael Wilcox set a new world record for circumnavigation of the earth by bicycle. For 108 days, 12 hours and 12 minutes she rode, joined by friends and fans, with her journey documented by Rugile Kaladyte. This is the film of that ride, filled with highs and lows, incredible roads, friends and fans. - [Iikaiksimatsa’pao’p: Grateful to Be on the Land](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/iikaiksimatsapaop-grateful-to-be-on-the-land/) - Iikaiksimatsa’pao’p (Grateful to Be on the Land) follows Cassie Ayoungman, founder of Soul of Miistaki and member of the Siksika nation, on her journey to bring the healing power of the mountains to those within her community. Breaking down barriers to climbing, and integrating Indigenous teachings and land-based learning, she raises questions about representation, builds - [Climbing in Montserrat | 2 Days Our Family Will Never Forget!](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/climbing-in-montserrat-2-days-our-family-will-never-forget/) - We're back in Montserrat, Spain, for our last day climbing with the kids and our friends —balancing parenthood and outdoor adventure while exploring one of Catalunya's most stunning climbing destinations and historic old town of Montserrat, nestled among the summits. Whether you're a climber traveling with kids, planning a family climbing trip in Europe, or - [Sea Country | Patagonia Films](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/sea-country-patagonia-films/) - From a remote tropical archipelago off northern Australia, a small island community takes the fight to save their home from climate change all the way to the global corridors of power. - [Salimor Khola | A Climbing Expedition to an Unexplored Valley in the Himalayas](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/salimor-khola-a-climbing-expedition-to-an-unexplored-valley-in-the-himalayas/) - Lured by shadows on Google Earth, Matt Glenn, Hamish Frost, Paul Ramsden, and Tim Miller set out on an expedition to one of the most isolated regions of Nepal. In an experience far removed from the more popular corners of the Himalaya, the team’s first challenge was simply to access the Salimor Khola. During the - [Arc'teryx Presents: ANDREA](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/arcteryx-presents-andrea/) - What pushes us farther in sport—in our passions? It’s a question that professional climber Nina Caprez and photographer Jeremy Bernard found themselves asking at the height of their careers, and just when they became parents. Believing that the value of sport comes through sharing it, they decided to create ANDREA—a non-profit that brings climbing to - [Where Eagles Dare: Kayaking the Waterfalls of Eagle Creek, Oregon](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/where-eagles-dare-kayaking-the-waterfalls-of-eagle-creek-oregon/) - Dave Fusilli, Tyler Bradt, Anna Wagner, Rob Fusilli, Dakota Rogers, and Sam Iatarola kayak Eagle Creek in Oregon's Columbia River Gorge. This rare descent includes Grand Union and Skoonichuk, along with the more commonly run Punchbowl and Metlako Falls. - [RACE TO 9A](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/race-to-9a/) - In August 2023, three friends created a gentlemen's challenge, a race to climb a rather hard route. 9a in the French Grading System is equal to 5.14d in the Yosemite Decimal System. In September of 2023 when the summer was over, the three friends got to work. They began training as hard as ever, projecting, - [Freeing Mexico’s Hardest Big Wall | Anna Hazelnutt on El Chamán Loco](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/freeing-mexicos-hardest-big-wall-anna-hazelnutt-on-el-chaman-loco/) - Anna Hazelnutt & Connor Runge become the first to free every pitch of El Chamán Loco, a 14 pitch 5.14b big wall in El Salto, Mexico - widely considered the hardest big wall climb in the country. Thank you Rab for supporting Connor and I both as athletes, and more specifically, on this film project - [Rewilding A Forest | Artist and Poet Maria "Vildhjärta" Westerberg](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/rewilding-a-forest-artist-and-poet-maria-vildhjarta-westerberg/) - Maria was a romantic, animal-loving, dreamy child who, growing up, had a hard time conforming to the demands associated with the trajectory towards "a normal life". As a young adult she became depressed, and was encouraged by her therapist to go for walks in the forest. The myriad of funny-looking twigs and sticks she found - [The Rise of the Hamminator | Lindsey Hamm's journey from concrete to peaks](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/the-rise-of-the-hamminator-lindsey-hamms-journey-from-concrete-to-peaks/) - Mammut athlete Lindsey Hamm, climber and mountain guide, brings a breath of fresh air to the world of mountaineering. Originally from Texas, she has started to make a name for herself in recent years, and this film gives a glimpse into her life and a recent expedition to Pakistan’s wild Charakusa valley. Beyond the mountains, Lindsey is - [Be Brave, Mom](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/be-brave-mom/) - "It's nothing I could have ever fathomed..." "... What has definitely happened since becoming a parent is how much I appreciate going climbing and how much I treasure that time... I look at rock differently, how much time I have to climb differently... to now get to enjoy that with her is a gift I - [Flashed—Babsi Zangerl's Historic Flash of El Capitan](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/flashed-babsi-zangerls-historic-flash-of-el-capitan/) - One try. That’s all it took for Babsi Zangerl to send the 3,000-foot Free Rider (VI 5.13a) on El Capitan. Setting off on a ground-up attempt this past November, Babsi and her partner Jacopo spent three days battling polished slabs, offwidths, and cryptic sequences on their historic bid. In the end, Babsi topped out as - [River Mamma](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/river-mamma/) - "I spent so much of my career trying to fit into that mold of what a raft guide is. And here I was, a single mom." – Elisha McArthur Whitewater is Elisha McArthur’s everything. Her passion, her happy place, her career. Then, she welcomed her daughter into the world. After Charlotte was born, Elisha struggled - [THE MAVERICK - The Stevie Haston Trilogy - Episode 2: Playing the Joker](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/the-maverick-the-stevie-haston-trilogy-episode-2-playing-the-joker/) - “Why, why didn't I die? Yeah, I am really famous for being lucky. You know, the Joker card? I played the Joker all the time.” This time, Stevie tells us about the recklessness of his early career and the times he got really close to a bad ending. He also shares some thoughts on the - [How Hiking TRANSFORMS Your Body](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/how-hiking-transforms-your-body/) - What happens to your body when hiking? We break down the science behind long-distance hiking. From bone mineral density and muscle changes to heart health and VO2 max. Based on real case studies, this video reveals some surprising ways hiking can help and hurt your body. - [BEYOND THE KNOWN | Bikepacking in Turkey](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/beyond-the-known-bikepacking-in-turkey/) - Bikepacking Turkey: The Taurus Range Preparation takes us only so far. Beyond that is what defines any true adventure. High above the treeline in Turkey’s Taurus Range, follow five women, from five different countries, as they face grueling climbs and unforeseen obstacles in the ultimate bikepacking expedition. - [Nouria Newman: Paddling Highlights 2024-2024](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/nouria-newman-paddling-highlights-2024-2024/) - Highlight reel from 2023 and 2024. I had a lot of unpublished footage sitting on the hard drives, so I finally took some time to do some video editing. - [GIFTS OF THE LAND | A Guided Nature Tour with Robin Wall Kimmerer](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/gifts-of-the-land-a-guided-nature-tour-with-robin-wall-kimmerer/) - Robin Wall Kimmerer takes us on a guided nature tour of Clark Reservation State Park in Jamesville, NY as Spring welcomes back migrating creatures and sends a message to wake up those who have taken a Winter rest. This video was commissioned by The Commons at the University of Kansas, in conjunction with Dr. Kimmerer's - [Tide Life](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/tide-life/) - Near Arisaig, on the West Coast of Scotland, turquoise water meets rugged cliff faces, where white sand beaches give way to softly rolling hills. It is harsh yet beautiful, a landscape shaped by wind and time. For outdoor guide Matt Waterston and his wife, Hannah, it’s an adventurer’s paradise. It is also home. “It’s a - [Climbing Pregnant Part 2 – Hazel and her bump](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/climbing-pregnant-part-2-hazel-and-her-bump/) - Follow Hazel Findlay as she climbs through her second and third trimester of pregnancy, taking the bump from North Wales to Ailefroide in France. The third part in this series is coming soon – Hazel's postpartum climbing journey in Albarracin, Spain. - [Tommy Caldwell and the Return to 9a: Chapter One - Empath](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/tommy-caldwell-and-the-return-to-9a-chapter-one-empath/) - A bold adventure in Alaska leads to a gentlemen’s wager among friends that propels Tommy Caldwell on a journey to climb 9a once again. As the series follows his journey, Tommy balances his responsibilities as a father, a public figure in the climbing industry, and his push for outdoor advocacy and climate action - all - [Dream again｜Beyond the Summits, Back to the Dream with Adriana Brownlee](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/dream-again｜beyond-the-summits-back-to-the-dream-with-adriana-brownlee/) - The 8000s are the fourteen legendary mountains going above 8000m. At that altitude, oxygene is so low it dramatically reduces your physical and mental abilities. This makes them one of the world’s most difficult summits to access and they are coveted by climbers in search of big challenges. In her quest of the Fourteens, Adriana - [The Ascent](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/the-ascent/) - Discover The Ascent, a unique immersion into the heart of climbing, retracing Oriane Bertone's rise to the top. Through this documentary, we aim to tell her story through the poignant testimonies of her father, her first coach, and also the personalities from the climbing world who watched her grow up.Between moments of doubt, the sacrifices - [10 TIPS FOR FEAR OF FALLING | How to climb without being scared](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/10-tips-for-fear-of-falling-how-to-climb-without-being-scared/) - I used to be really, REALLY scared. Now, I'm not. And I learned a lot along the way, from being terrified of leading and bouldering to loving runouts and highballs. So I've distilled that knowledge into ten actionable tips – the biggest things that helped me beat my fear of falling – in hopes that - [Freea Ferrata - First Free Ascent of the Telluride Via Ferrata](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/freea-ferrata-first-free-ascent-of-the-telluride-via-ferrata/) - Inspired by the area’s rich history of climbing both past and present, two local climbers set their sights upon a visionary objective: making the first free ascent of the famed Telluride via ferrata. "Freea Ferrata" is a story of seeing what others can’t and finding adventure hiding in plain sight. - [The Finisher: Jasmin Paris and the Barkley Marathons](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/the-finisher-jasmin-paris-and-the-barkley-marathons/) - In 2024, Jasmin Paris made history by becoming the first woman to finish the Barkley Marathons, widely known as one of the hardest races in the world and a defining test in ultrarunning and trail running. With over 100 miles of brutal terrain, cryptic course markings, and a near-impossible success rate, the Barkley has long - [TOMMY CALDWELL, SHUTEYE RIDGE, CA](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/tommy-caldwell-shuteye-ridge-ca/) - Watch Tommy crush one of the most beautiful and high quality 5.13's in California. If you ever get a chance to go there, I highly recommend this one. I hope you enjoy this little edit from 2013 about an open project and a first free ascent on perfect granite crimps. If you have any thoughts - [Whitewater Presents: Ava](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/whitewater-presents-ava/) - “For me kayaking isn’t something where I necessarily want to do the biggest or best tricks; I just want to be able to do it and experience these rivers and these places for my whole life.” Paddler Ava Christensen reflects on her journey as an adventure whitewater kayaker. - [Dolomites | The Realisation of a Dream](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/dolomites-the-realisation-of-a-dream/) - The Dolomites have been on our climbing bucket list for over a decade, and finally getting to climb here as a family was nothing short of a dream come true. These iconic mountains are home to some of the most breathtaking landscapes and climbing routes in the world, and sharing this adventure with the kids - [The Players](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/the-players/) - The Players are the best American climbers of the early 2000's. Dave Graham, Chris Sharma, Emily Harrington, Daniel Woods, Lisa Rands, Joe Kinder, Alex Puccio, Chris Lindner, and Ethan Pringle each embody the progression of their sport. This rock climbing video showcase of action-packed HD footage reveals each player’s ability to make climbing at the - [Scared to try a boulder? Try this simple exercise!](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/scared-to-try-a-boulder-try-this-simple-exercise/) - Are there boulders that catch your eye but feel too tall, too intimidating, or just too wild to try? Maybe the crux is high off the ground, and fear is holding you back. In this video, Hazel shares a simple yet powerful exercise to help you step up, build confidence, and start tackling those more - [First Blind Person to Summit Mount Everest with Erik Weihenmayer](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/first-blind-person-to-summit-mount-everest-with-erik-weihenmayer/) - Erik Weihenmayer made history in 2001 as the first blind person to summit Mount Everest. By 2008, he had completed the Seven Summits, the tallest mountains on each continent. Since then, Erik has embraced a wide range of adventure sports from paragliding in the Rocky Mountains and ice climbing in Nepal to kayaking the length - [El Infierno de Dante (extension) 5.13d](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/el-infierno-de-dante-extension-5-13d/) - This was an incredible special video to get to make! Just a whole ton of fun here in El Salto! With so much support from the community, I knew I wanted to make a mini video project to show my love back - Anna Hazlenutt. - [S'ÉLEVER | a portrait of Chamonix](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/selever-a-portrait-of-chamonix/) - Michel Paccalet, a local climber from the Chamonix Valley, shares his intimate perspective of the mountains by reflecting on the relationship between humans and their surrounding environment. How do we tackle challenges such as mass tourism or climate change in the epicenter of world mountaineering? A revealing journey as a reflection of an ever-accelerating society. - [The Art of Falling - A Project Onwards Film](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/the-art-of-falling-a-project-onwards-film/) - Follow Annalisa as she pushes her limits in projecting “Pet Shop Boys,” a sport climbing route at Red Rock Canyon’s Trophy Wall where she transforms each fall into a steppingstone towards a more graceful, controlled, and static sequence. This short film celebrates perseverance, creative problem-solving, and the beauty of persistence in the face of discomfort. - [The Summit Within](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/the-summit-within/) - The Invictus Games Foundation offers a recovery pathway for international wounded, injured and sick servicemen and women (WIS). We collaborate to provide opportunities for post-traumatic growth: enabling those involved to reclaim their purpose, identity and future, beyond injury. [NOTE: This video includes scenes of war and descriptions of PTSD and heavy subject matter. Please be - [Everest 2025: The Ultimate Ascent a Full Documentary video](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/everest-2025-the-ultimate-ascent-a-full-documentary-video/) - Join a diverse team of climbers as they tackle Mount Everest's formidable challenges in the 2025 climbing season. This documentary offers an immersive experience, capturing the journey from base camp to the summit, highlighting personal triumphs and the unyielding spirit of adventure. - [What Rock Climbing Really Does to the Human Body](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/what-rock-climbing-really-does-to-the-human-body/) - Climbing isn't just about strength. It's a science of balance, endurance and mind over matter. As a climber, you rely on biomechanics, using your body's natural movements to conserve energy and maximize strength. You're making precise calculations to bend your body in ways you didn't know were humanly possible...or comfortable. Every muscle plays a role - [Chris Sharma's Black Pearl - The First Ascent](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/chris-sharmas-black-pearl-the-first-ascent/) - The historic first ascent footage of one of Chris Sharma's hardest deep water solo routes - Black Pearl, in Mallorca. From REEL ROCK 20205 - [Coach Nearly Kills Pro Climber – GriGri Incident Analysis](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/coach-nearly-kills-pro-climber-grigri-incident-analysis/) - [NOTE: This film shows a ground fall in a gym and is very disturbing.] During a training camp with French coaches, a professional climber was dropped from the top of the wall due to improper use of a GriGri. Thank you so much to / sara.qunaibet for having the courage to share this story with everyone - [Dee Valley Clean Up](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/dee-valley-clean-up/) - “The Clean Up was born from a real disengagement from the local community and paddlers.” – Aaron Kendall Aaron Kendall founded Dee Valley Clean Up in 2017 with a singular vision: unite the paddling and non-paddling communities of Llangollen in Denbighshire, Wales, in hopes of protecting public access to the River Dee. They started small—a - [Arc'teryx Presents: Weazy](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/arcteryx-presents-weazy/) - An intricate balance between technical precision and free-flowing caution-to-the-wind, Craig Murray’s skiing is at its core an ode to his early life experiences with a family that supported and pushed each other constantly. Gifted the nickname "Weazy" when he was young, he's still notoriously tricky to pin down. Nowadays, you are more likely to find - [What You Can Learn Crossing the Ocean in a Canoe | Lehua Kamalu | TED](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/what-you-can-learn-crossing-the-ocean-in-a-canoe-lehua-kamalu-ted/) - “Being on a voyage forces you to unplug,” says TED Fellow and third-generation captain Lehua Kamalu. Sharing ancient knowledge from traditional Hawaiian ocean voyaging, she reflects on the transformational power of seafaring journeys — and what it means to travel mindfully, no matter where you are. (Recorded at TED Fellows Films 2024 on April 16, - [On Thin Ice](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/on-thin-ice/) - Going behind the scenes of the 2024 UIAA World Cup, with an intimate look into the lives of elite athletes Marianne Van Der Steen of the Netherlands and Catalina Shirley of the USA and the wild world of competitive ice climbing. It’s a world where huge routes, changeable conditions, equipment malfunctions and a grueling travel - [El Cap-Sized First Ascent in Remote Greenland - 65 days in the Arctic](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/el-cap-sized-first-ascent-in-remote-greenland-65-days-in-the-arctic/) - A 65-day expedition to make the first free ascent of the 1000m Qaersorsuaq on the West coast of Greenland, accessed by a 400km journey on inflatable sea-kayaks. Join Bron, Jacob and their rag-tag group of friends on their biggest adventure yet. - [A Brief But Spectacular take on being a wildland firefighter amid climate change](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/a-brief-but-spectacular-take-on-being-a-wildland-firefighter-amid-climate-change/) - Sarah Jakober is a U.S. Forest Service wildland firefighter who serves on the Grand Ronde Rappel Crew based in Grande, Oregon. She shares her Brief But Spectacular take on being a wildland firefighter. Jakober provides a window into a day on the job as climate change lengthens wildfire seasons and intensifies their impact. - [A NEW VALLEY](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/a-new-valley/) - "In the vast Sierra wilderness far to the southward of the famous Yosemite Valley, there is a yet grander valley of the same kind." - John Muir For years, Kings Canyon has been a footnote in California’s climbing history — often overshadowed and overlooked by bigger names. That’s changing. 'A New Valley' shares a glimpse - [Vertical Wild: The Wilderness Climbing Experience on El Cap](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/vertical-wild-the-wilderness-climbing-experience-on-el-cap-2/) - Follow Yosemite Climbing Ranger Eric Lynch and Volunteer Climbing Steward Jane Jackson as they conduct a seven-day Wilderness patrol of El Capitan while also trying to free climb Golden Gate (5.13b VI). This film,Vertical Wild, highlights the importance of Wilderness climbing experiences and sheds a little light on the history of Wilderness designations in Yosemite - [BEAVERFEST | A Whitewater Campaign](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/beaverfest-a-whitewater-campaign/) - This documentary explores BeaverFest, a thrilling whitewater festival held during Labor Day weekend, showcasing the adrenaline-fueled paddling on the scheduled releases of the Beaver, Moose, Raquette, Black, and Salmon Rivers. It captures the electrifying atmosphere at Snow Ridge, home to the festival's lively celebrations, and the competitive spirit of the King of New York races. - [White Svaneti—Episode 1: The Glacier](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/white-svaneti-episode-1-the-glacier/) - The Enguri River Valley: A place where Europe collides with Asia, where Prometheus gifted fire to humanity, and where medieval villagers built towers for homes. And now, the backdrop for a breathtaking journey by kayak. The team’s objective? Navigate the Enguri River from top to bottom, hitting as many sections as possible along the way. - [The Crystal Towers - A Yukon Climbing Story](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/the-crystal-towers-a-yukon-climbing-story/) - In Summer 2024, a party of 4 received a grant from the Yukon 125 prize, supported by the Government of Yukon, for an expedition into the Boundary Ranges of Southern Yukon. Their goal was to attempt a first ascent on one of the most striking features of the Radelet Peak Massif (Aka the ‘Crystal Towers’), - [Anna Hazelnutt climbs the Walk of Life (2022, FFA) – a film by Alastair Lee](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/anna-hazelnutt-climbs-the-walk-of-life-2022-ffa-a-film-by-alastair-lee/) - Starring Anna Hazelnutt and ‪@WideBoyz‬ 's Tom Randall. This is an excerpt from Queen Lines, a film in Brit Rock's 2022 collection, featuring James Pearson's the Walk of Life. Anna gets the FFA (first female ascent). Alastair is a genius behind the camera, and I am forever grateful to have my 2022 summer season in - [Finding the Line](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/finding-the-line/) - Scoring thick lines into a linoleum tile, Alexandra Riesco watches as her latest piece—a reductive linocut—slowly unfolds. The snaking twists and turns of a river swirl in on themselves, a study of past and present and an ode to the beauty and power of nature. It is art imitates life that imitates art, both inspiration - [For the Joy of the Community - Arc'teryx Chicago](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/for-the-joy-of-the-community-arcteryx-chicago/) - Despite one of the warmest winters on record for the Michigan Ice Fest, Sending in Color and its participants were lucky enough to experience dry tooling and ice climbing. All thanks to the dedication of some great guides! A beautiful film by Onassis Rabanes capturing the joy of being part of a community. - [Behind the Scenes of Avalanche Forecasting](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/behind-the-scenes-of-avalanche-forecasting/) - The avalanche forecast is as important as skis for a backcountry skier. But how exactly does the forecast get made? Going behind the scenes with the Sierra Avalanche Center, in benefit of the American Avalanche Association (A3), to see what goes into those daily avalanche forecasts that help backcountry skiers stay educated and alive. Support - [Black Diamond Presents: Zach Galla - A summer in Rocklands](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/black-diamond-presents-zach-galla-a-summer-in-rocklands/) - Black Diamond welcomes Zach Galla to the team. Watch Galla take down one of the most stunning highballs in Rocklands, "Finnish line" V15/8C and snag the second ascent of the mega "The Smile" V15/8C. - [LA VUELTA AL MUNDO | The North Face](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/la-vuelta-al-mundo-the-north-face/) - The North Face Athlete Felipe Camargo continues to push the limits of climbing in South America. In 2024 while on a trip to Argentina, Felipe was invited by the Colombian climbing community to tackle a legendary project bolted in 2015. Over 6 days, with unwavering support and cheers from the local community, Felipe conquered La - [LEADing the Way with Zorbari Nwidor & Chicago Adventure Therapy](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/leading-the-way-with-zorbari-nwidor-chicago-adventure-therapy/) - The first time Zorbari Nwidor sat in a kayak, it was inside a gymnasium, as part of a college and career fair. She knew, even then, that it was the start of something special. Now, as the Executive Director of Chicago Adventure Therapy (CAT), Zorbari draws on her experiences from climbing, camping and kayaking with - [Between The Tides ft. Ross Fulkerson](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/between-the-tides-ft-ross-fulkerson/) - Between the Tides is a deep-water-soloing film that follows Mad Rock athlete Ross Fulkerson as he climbs above the Mediterranean on some of Mallorca's newest lines. With short weather windows, Ross uses lessons learned from the world of comp-climbing to make the most of the climbing between heavy rain and big swells. - [A Day In The Life..... Professional Route Setter](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/a-day-in-the-life-professional-route-setter/) - Ever wondered who designs those challenging climbing routes at your climbing wall? Join Zoe and Jess, two talented professional route setters, as they take you through a day in their exciting and physically demanding world. This short film offers a unique glimpse into the creative process of route setting, from the initial concept to the - [The Last Observers | Patagonia Films](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/the-last-observers-patagonia-films/) - Since 1987, Karin and Lennart watched and recorded the weather every third hour, day and night, seven days a week, every day of the year, from their station by the lighthouse in Falsterbo, Sweden. Earning “a lousy salary, and a fantastic life” they remained steadfast through childbirth, illness and snowstorms—not missing a single observation in - [Send And Create | Award Winning Ice Climbing Film](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/send-and-create-award-winning-ice-climbing-film/) - Korouoma is Finland's most popular winter climbing destination and the area has seen climbers for more than half a century. During the last decade, a new generation of climbers has taken the gorge valley as their local spot and have taken winter climbing to the next level, from ice to rock, from steep to even - [Sea Kayak Rolling - Common Faults](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/sea-kayak-rolling-common-faults/) - This lesson looks at some of the common faults that you might come across when working on your roll. This is a taster lesson from our "Rolling a Sea Kayak" Course. This is a fully comprehensive, 36 lesson rolling course, designed to give you all the tools you need to really get your roll working - [It's convex! Should I avoid it?](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/its-convex-should-i-avoid-it/) - Views on the roles of convexities in human triggered avalanches vary widely. In this educational video intended for intermediate and advanced winter backcountry recreationists, Ron Simenhois (Colorado Avalanche Information Center) and Bruce Jamieson, world-renowned avalanche expert, present various perspectives and research on human triggering on convex slopes. - [Made of Grit | An Appalachian Trail Film](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/made-of-grit-an-appalachian-trail-film/) - We heard stories from over 30 hikers just before they summited Mt. Katahdin, marking the end of their adventures. Hopefully this film conveys their passion and GRIT. And gets someone out there a little inspired to pursue something they're passionate about 💪. Thanks to all of the thru-hikers who were a part of this. Hike - [The Long River Home](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/the-long-river-home/) - The Long River Home is a 20-minute documentary film about overcoming the residual impacts of war through kayaking with a team. Aaron Howell and Russell Davies are combat veterans who were injured in war and now come together for another mission as they guide blind Navy veteran, Lonnie Bedwell, on his third trip through the - [Ep #37 Anna on Lessons From the River: How to Set Boundaries Like River Banks](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/ep-37-anna-on-lessons-from-the-river-how-to-set-boundaries-like-river-banks/) - The Discomfort Zone Podcast with Anna Levesque | Ep #37 Anna on Lessons From the River: How to Set Boundaries Like River Banks If you want to learn to set better boundaries, then to tune into this week’s episode about my absolute favorite teaching from the river: How to set boundaries like river banks. Learning - [DEEP FREEZE | Walker Directissima](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/deep-freeze-walker-directissima/) - In June 1986, Patrick Gabarrou and Hervé Bouvard opened the Walker Directissime in the Grandes Jorasses north face. A masterpiece of difficulty in a 1200 m big wall.Nobody tried it since 37 years. In February 2023, three French mountaineers try to free climb it and to make the first winter ascent of this route. That’s - [Will Power Final](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/will-power-final/) - Will Gadd and River He Chuan go new routing in China's Taihang Mountains, and the new routing is good! Wild new routes, fireworks, great people, Will Gadd getting "rescued," and a whole lot of fun with great friends! WG Note, this was made with Cal Leblanc at Crossroads Media, great human and company, along with - [The Present](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/the-present/) - An epic 18.000-kilometer (11.200 mi) ride for Huntington's disease from Mexico to Patagonia. "The Present" is a 2023 award-winning adventure documentary featuring the story of Dimitri Poffé, a 34-year-old French traveler who left his native France to undertake a cycling trip from Mexico City to Ushuaia after he tested positive for Huntington's disease. Huntington's disease - [Will Gadd's Ice Climbing Tech Tips: Episode 2—Where and How to Swing Your Tools](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/will-gadds-ice-climbing-tech-tips-episode-2-where-and-how-to-swing-your-tools/) - Where you swing your ice tools is as important as how you swing them. Each ice placement is really a mini-belay; make it solid, efficient and smooth. - [Avalanche Fundamentals Q & A](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/avalanche-fundamentals-q-a/) - The Gallatin National Forest Avalanche Center (GNFAC) and the Friends of GNFAC teach a variety of avalanche safety classes across our advisory area in Southwest Montana, the Island Park area of Idaho, and beyond. Our goal is to save lives by providing avalanche education and information, and avalanche awareness classes and outreach are a key component in - [In Conversation with Sir Chris Bonington](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/in-conversation-with-sir-chris-bonington/) - I recently had the opportunity to sit down with a true icon of British Mountaineering and legendary adventurer, Sir Chris Bonington. Sir Chris, lives just 20 minutes away from my family home in Cumbria, so I popped up the road to his charming cottage in the Lake District National Park for a fireside chat. I - [Mountains we Carry; Mountains we Climb](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/mountains-we-carry-mountains-we-climb/) - Mountains we Carry; Mountains we Climb tells the story of seven people with hemophilia from across Europe as they challenge themselves to scale the highest peak in the Alps. The journey towards the summit is intense, and the challenges these climbers have overcome showcase the amazing capabilities within the bleeding disorder community. Together these climbers - [The Silent Alpinist Part I w/ Paul Ramsden](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/the-silent-alpinist-part-i-w-paul-ramsden/) - Today, I’m beyond excited to share a truly rare and special opportunity: a conversation with UK climbing legend Paul Ramsden. The Piolets d’Or—often called the Oscars of mountaineering—is the highest honor in alpine climbing, awarded to only those who demonstrate the pinnacle of style and commitment in the mountains. With past recipients like David Lama, - [Anna on Lessons From the River That Help You Navigate the Flow of Life](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/anna-on-lessons-from-the-river-that-help-you-navigate-the-flow-of-life/) - The Discomfort Zone Podcast with Anna Levesque | Ep #33 Anna on Lessons From the River That Help You Navigate the Flow of Life. This week on the podcast I’m stepping into my discomfort zone by recording a solo episode! The lessons and metaphors I’ve learned from the river have helped me and my clients - [I Tried Being a Porter on Africa's Tallest Mountain | Superskilled with Eva zu Beck](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/i-tried-being-a-porter-on-africas-tallest-mountain-superskilled-with-eva-zu-beck/) - Eva travels to Mount Kilimanjaro in Tanzania, where she joins a team of female high-altitude porters in an attempt to understand how they manage to carry heavy loads to the top of Africa’s tallest mountain. Although women have only recently joined the male porters in this line of work, they carry the same amount of - [No Hand? No Problem Paraclimbing Lessons from Pros Mo Beck & Cail Soria](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/no-hand-no-problem-paraclimbing-lessons-from-pros-mo-beck-cail-soria/) - Professional Paraclimbers Mo Beck & Cail Soria decided it would be fun for me to CLAP: Climb Like a Paraclimber. They're awesome, we were giggling all day as I tried no hand, no leg, and limited vision to see how it changed my climbing style and intuition. - [Shauna Coxsey: Mama, V14 Rock Climber, Olympian | adidas TERREX](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/shauna-coxsey-mama-v14-rock-climber-olympian-adidas-terrex/) - In this exclusive documentary, adidas TERREX follows elite rock climber Shauna Coxsey as she navigates one of her most challenging projects yet: balancing motherhood with her career in elite climbing Shauna Coxsey has been the figurehead of UK Climbing for over a decade, winning multiple IFSC World Cup titles and representing Team GB at the - [Avalanche Fundamentals: Avalanche Rescue](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/avalanche-fundamentals-avalanche-rescue/) - This video covers the steps in performing avalanche rescue. Join Friends of GNFAC for the donation based online coursework for Avalanche Fundamentals- a field-based avalanche awareness course. For more information about Friends of GNFAC and Avalanche fundamentals check out https://www.mtavalanche.com/education_calendar - [Arc'teryx Presents: Slides on the Mountain](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/arcteryx-presents-slides-on-the-mountain/) - To most skiers in British Columbia, Ts’zil (Mount Currie) is a true gem. The gorgeous mountain looms high above Pemberton and is home to many stories of skiers and snowboarders pushing themselves on the classic lines of its Northwest Face. But while Ts’zil is the backdrop to life in the valley, it’s easy to forget - [Inside the Mind of an Ultra Runner: A Raw Interview with Courtney Dauwalter](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/inside-the-mind-of-an-ultra-runner-a-raw-interview-with-courtney-dauwalter/) - Join us for an inspiring and unfiltered conversation with Courtney Dauwalter, one of the greatest ultra runners of all time. In this raw interview, Courtney shares her journey into running, her love for ultras, and the mental and physical strategies that keep her pushing through the toughest races. She opens up about her mantras, her - [The Others](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/the-others/) - A short film about Adaptive Climbers Festival and the importance of finding community in the outdoor space. - [The Risk Business | Chasing climbing idol Pete Whillance](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/the-risk-business-chasing-climbing-idol-pete-whillance/) - Filmmaker Dom Bush explores a personal relationship with risk by telling the story of one of his climbing idols, Pete Whillance. Pete is an understated pioneer of bold face climbing and established some of the hardest traditional routes in Britain throughout the late 70's and 80's. He is also one of the most prolific new - [Rite of Passage: The Story of the WURL](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/rite-of-passage-the-story-of-the-wurl/) - The Wasatch Ultimate Ridge Linkup in Utah (known to locals as the WURL) is a climbing and running route that circumnavigates the ridgeline of beautiful Little Cottonwood Canyon. The route is 36 miles long, has over 20,000 feet of vertical gain, and summits countless peaks. Since its inception in the early 2000’s, it has gone - [Jirishanca: Josh Wharton & Vince Anderson Climb a New Route in Peru | Patagonia Films](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/jirishanca-josh-wharton-vince-anderson-climb-a-new-route-in-peru-patagonia-films/) - Josh Wharton is the most accomplished alpinist you’ve never heard of. But while he’s been quietly crushing ambitious objectives to little or no fanfare, fatherhood, and warming weather have begun to reshape the world he knew. When Wharton and his climbing partner Vince Anderson attempt to take the 2003 Italian route to the summit of - [Rider Resilience - The Film](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/rider-resilience-the-film/) - 'Rider Resilience - The Film' follows the powerful stories of Nils Amelinckx, Rachael Walker, and Sam Rice as they navigate the highs and lows of their journey through life and mountain biking. Each rider faces unique challenges, demonstrating strength and resilience in the face of adversity. Narrated by the legendary Martyn Ashton, this film offers - [Wood On Water: A 40 day all girl canoe tripping adventure](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/wood-on-water-a-40-day-all-girl-canoe-tripping-adventure/) - This is a story about a slow, steady, strenuous all female adventure. Forty days spent canoe tripping in the Canadian wilderness. Wood on Water is also about the joy of nature and what happens when women and teenagers get together far from the stresses of everyday life. The girls spend a counter-cultural summer exploring their - [100 Stars at Stanage - A Climbing Journey of Grit & Giving](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/100-stars-at-stanage-a-climbing-journey-of-grit-giving/) - 100 Stars at Stanage is an inspiring documentary that follows two climbers, Harry and Richard, as they take on a unique challenge at Stanage Edge: climbing 100 stars in a single day, all in support of Climbers Against Cancer (CAC). The film explores the physical and emotional journey of these climbers, delving into themes of - [I Am Because You Are](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/i-am-because-you-are/) - “I Am Because You Are” follows the journey of six women of colour as they embark on their first mountaineering trip in the beautiful and rugged Bugaboos. The plan was for a summer trip with the opportunity to learn foundational mountain skills from their guides, but up until the last minute the trip was almost - [Avalanche Fundamentals: Mountain Snowpack](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/avalanche-fundamentals-mountain-snowpack/) - This video covers the basics of a mountain snowpack and avalanche problem types. Join Friends of GNFAC for the donation based online coursework for Avalanche Fundamentals- a field based avalanche awareness course. For more information about Friends of GNFAC and Avalanche fundamentals check out https://www.mtavalanche.com/education_calendar - [GENERATIONS](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/generations/) - Steve McClure enjoys some cragging with his son Harry in the place where his climbing began, the North York Moors. - [Straight 8s - Anak Verhoeven & Neil Gresham](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/straight-8s-anak-verhoeven-neil-gresham/) - Climbing is rarely a team sport, but for Neil Gresham and Anak Verhoeven, collaboration was key to their '24/8s' challenge in the Lake District. Inspired by Dave MacLeod and Dan Turner, who both completed multidisciplinary rounds in the UK, Neil set out to create a similar challenge. His ambitious goal was to complete a V8 - [SCARPA Presents: Sean Bailey - SHAOLIN V17/9A - First Ascent](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/scarpa-presents-sean-bailey-shaolin-v17-9a-first-ascent/) - Deep in Red Rock, Las Vegas, lies one of the toughest boulder problems in the world: SHAOLIN. The line is located right next to the classic boulder problem "Trieste" and has tempted the world’s best climbers for over four years. Watch Bailey unlock some sequences and claimed the first ascent of this true test piece. - [CIRCLE OF MADNESS | The North Face](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/circle-of-madness-the-north-face/) - "Circle of Madness" a film by Christoph Thoresen, follows Markus Eder and Victor de Le Rue as they return to the legendary spine walls of Haines, Alaska, to explore unknown territory in sport—and friendship. - [Avalanche Fundamentals: Intro to Avalanches](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/avalanche-fundamentals-intro-to-avalanches/) - 1st Video in Avalanche fundamentals series! This video covers the basics of the course and lays a foundation for the other videos in the Avalanche Fundamentals series. Join Friends of GNFAC for the donation based online coursework for Avalanche Fundamentals- a field based avalanche awareness course. For more information about Friends of GNFAC and Avalanche - [Near the River](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/near-the-river/) - For Chrispine Mutanuka and Henry Kapijimpanga, the decision to learn to kayak is an easy one: it’s a way to better their lives and provide for their families. “The river is like a ladder. People can climb it to make a better life for themselves.” —Mukuma Makaye, Porter, Zambezi River. As porters, Chrispine, Henry, and - [Leadership in Rocks | Sea Kayaking Decision Making](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/leadership-in-rocks-sea-kayaking-decision-making/) - In this snippet from our Leadership course, we discuss "Decision Making" for leaders taking their group among the rocks. Kayaking through rock gardens presents a unique and challenging environment that requires not just skill but a comprehensive understanding of the terrain. In this detailed video, we delve into the crucial aspects of navigating rocky areas - [LEADing the Way with Russell Davies](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/leading-the-way-with-russell-davies/) - In 2011, after 15 months in Iraq and 12 months in Afghanistan, Russell Davies was released from active military duty. But coming home didn’t bring immediate peace. As Russell found solace and community through kayaking, he knew that other veterans could experience the same. Soon, he was inviting veterans to his home in Pocatello, Idaho, - [Jimmy Chin, Mountain Athlete, Photographer, Filmmaker](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/jimmy-chin-mountain-athlete-photographer-filmmaker/) - Chin discusses what drives his passions and the parallels between being an extreme athlete and an entrepreneur. - [Five Dot Fun - A short climbing documentary](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/five-dot-fun-a-short-climbing-documentary/) - Chad is a climber in the Shawangunk Mountains of New York with a mission to share his passion for climbing. The term "Five.Fun" comes from the Yosemite Decimal System of grading climbing routes, which usually ranges from 5.0-5.15. "Five.fun" doesn't correspond with a numerical grade or style and can mean different things to different people. - [Safe and Found: A Search and Rescue Documentary](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/safe-and-found-a-search-and-rescue-documentary/) - SAFE AND FOUND is an educational documentary featuring the Haywood County Search and Rescue Team. You will see what it's like to work on a Search and Rescue Team in one of the most remote areas of Western North Carolina and The Great Smoky Mountains National Park. In addition to learning about hiker safety from - [Lead Rope Solo – A Draft for a Risk Assessment | EDELRID Knowledge Base](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/lead-rope-solo-a-draft-for-a-risk-assessment-edelrid-knowledge-base/) - Lead Rope Solo (LRS), or solo lead climbing, is increasingly developing into a distinct discipline within the climbing scene. Dozens of tutorials, reports, guides, and videos are circulating on the internet. In this video, EDELRID Knowledge Base wants to explore, in a risk assessment, how this discipline differs from traditional rope climbing. - [JEDI Voices in Action - Alaska Natives](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/jedi-voices-in-action-alaska-natives/) - Justice, Equity, Diversity and Inclusion in the Forest Service with Alaska Natives - [Finding Joy After an Avalanche | Mountain of Angels Ep.1: THE SURVIVOR](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/finding-joy-after-an-avalanche-mountain-of-angels-ep-1-the-survivor/) - Once a rising star in the world of skiing, Sanne’s world instantly changed when she was caught in an avalanche, taking away all of the joy she once found in the sport. But Sanne did not stop. In the first episode of our Mountain of Angels series, watch as she confronts her fears and rediscovers - [Michaela Kiersch x Rocklands | Sending 8B+ (V14) After Finger Break](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/michaela-kiersch-x-rocklands-sending-8b-v14-after-finger-break/) - In the summer of 2024, Michaela Kiersch traveled to South Africa to climb on the legendary boulders of Rocklands. But just two weeks before the flight, she fractured and dislocated her pinky and had three screws put in during surgery. Having her doctorate in Occupational Therapy with a specialty in hands, this was the ultimate - [Arc'teryx Presents: 109° Below](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/arcteryx-presents-109-below/) - A tale of resilience, grit, and elite rescue volunteers going out of their way to save the lives of strangers, 109° BELOW traces how an attempted rescue on Mount Washington in 1982 changed not only the course of two climbers’ lives - but also the lives of the rescuers who tried to save them, and - [Gus Taylor’s long climb back after amputation and a freak death](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/gus-taylors-long-climb-back-after-amputation-and-a-freak-death/) - Gus Taylor understands the risks of rock climbing better than most. The 34-year-old has been involved in two devastating accidents but each time he's returned to the rockface, determined to "turn mistakes into gold". In 2017 he fell and shattered his leg. After three years and 11 surgeries the leg was amputated but he returned - [NOLS | Spooky Moulage](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/nols-spooky-moulage/) - Learn how to make fake wounds with NOLS Wilderness Medicine Instructor, Robin Larson with tips and tricks of moulage! - [Where Advocacy Meets the Trail: A Trauma Informed-Approach to Outdoor Recreation Webinar](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/where-advocacy-meets-the-trail-a-trauma-informed-approach-to-outdoor-recreation-webinar/) - Join the Utah Coalition Against Sexual Violence in this two-part webinar focusing on reducing and responding to sexual violence in professional outdoor recreation. Part one of the webinar "Building a Workplace Toolkit to Promote Safety & Belonging" features Ariel Atkins from Seekhaven. Part two of the webinar "Creating Community through Climbing" features Jess Pleyel. - [Vertical Wild: The Wilderness Climbing Experience on El Cap](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/vertical-wild-the-wilderness-climbing-experience-on-el-cap/) - Follow Yosemite Climbing Ranger Eric Lynch and Volunteer Climbing Steward Jane Jackson as they conduct a seven-day Wilderness patrol of El Capitan while also trying to free climb Golden Gate (5.13b VI). This film, Vertical Wild, highlights the importance of Wilderness climbing experiences and sheds a little light on the history of Wilderness designations in - [Laura Dahlmeier | A Ridgeline Adventure On The Heiterwand Traverse | adidas TERREX](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/laura-dahlmeier-a-ridgeline-adventure-on-the-heiterwand-traverse-adidas-terrex/) - Laura Dahlmeier, Olympic Biathlon athlete and 7 x World Championship gold medalist, seeks to discover new terrain in a true backyard adventure with her climbing partner Martina Pomper. Cycling over 70km to the base of the Heiterwand traverse in the Austrian Tyrol, an impressive 7.5km long ridge wall never dropping below 2,400m, Laura and Martina - [Overtime | Kelly Birch](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/overtime-kelly-birch/) - Mad Rock Athlete, Kelly Birch, doesn't end her day when she clocks out of work - that's when the day really begins. There's no rest for the weary, only overtime for the obsessed. - [Arc'teryx Presents Ground Up](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/arcteryx-presents-ground-up-2/) - A new film by Chris In an era where many climbers are using fixed ropes and sport-climbing tactics to free El Cap, climbers like Amity Warme and Brent Barghahn are choosing to keep adventure alive. Going ground up, Amity and Brent pull off a free ascent of the Pineapple Express variation of El Niño (5.13b/c) - [Just Passing Thru - A Pacific Crest Trail Film](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/just-passing-thru-a-pacific-crest-trail-film/) - I credit this entire adventure to the amazing people I walked alongside, the trail angels who were more generous than I thought possible and the amazing trail crews from the PCTA. A film could never capture the epic scale of this thing, but I hope to give just a glimpse into the world that is - [Arc'teryx Presents: Jamie](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/arcteryx-presents-jamie/) - Jamie Logan and Mugs Stump’s 1978 first ascent of the daunting Emperor Face of Mount Robson (VI 5.9 A2 2500m) is widely regarded as one of the greatest ascents in alpine climbing. At one point, Jamie spent hours on lead, questing into the unknown, scraping up a fearsome runout corner with rudimentary ice-climbing gear, and - [Not Just A Pro Climber: Margo Hayes' Mindset For Multipotentiality | Climbing Gold w/ Alex Honnold](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/not-just-a-pro-climber-margo-hayes-mindset-for-multipotentiality-climbing-gold-w-alex-honnold/) - Margo Hayes is undoubtedly one of the best climbers of our generation, but her passion goes far beyond the sport. Alex asks her how she balances all her pursuits and achieving excellence in this clip from the Climbing Gold Podcast. - [Danny MacAskill rides adidas HQ](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/danny-macaskill-rides-adidas-hq/) - Mountain bike and street trials athlete Danny MacAskill has been with adidas for over a decade and made numerous trips to the global head office for team meets and product testing, but this time was different. After seeing the huge potential the campus had, Danny made the exclusive facilities in Germany the canvas for a - [Still Alive - Klaas Willems](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/still-alive-klaas-willems/) - Klaas Willems is a Rock Climber who, due to his Cystic Fibrosis, has dedicated his life to climbing in clean air. He has bolted hundreds of routes in non-polluted areas like Sardinia, Italy and found great success and peace in the process. His journey takes on a new dimension when he is also diagnosed with - [PADDLE X - THE FILM](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/paddle-x-the-film/) - I believe in doing hard things - forging who we are admidst the challenges of life, attempting our most daring dreams, and proving to ourselves we're more capable than we ever imagined. On April 16th, 2024 I did exactly that. Follow my story as I embark on the journey to become the first female and - [Black Diamond Presents: Hard Sends with Seb Bouin—Jamming Destruction 9a+/b](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/black-diamond-presents-hard-sends-with-seb-bouin-jamming-destruction-9a-b/) - In episode 3 of Hard Sends, Seb heads to Saint Auban a recently developed climbing area in southern France. In classic Seb style, he quickly finds potential for first ascents and of course, a few king lines. - [At Home With LYNN HILL: Greatest Climber Of All Time](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/at-home-with-lynn-hill-greatest-climber-of-all-time/) - Lynn Hill is a living legend in rock climbing, and one of the greatest climbers of all time. She rewrote the definition of what was possible in climbing in 1993, when she was the first person - man or woman - to free climb The Nose on El Capitan in Yosemite - the most iconic - [The Landscape Project | Malham and Goredale Scar](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/the-landscape-project-malham-and-goredale-scar/) - Embark on a journey to Malham in the Yorkshire Dales with Nathan as your guide. This short film deep dives into the geological forces that shaped the iconic Malham Cove, a haven for sport climbers. Chatting with Marsha Balaeva, we unravel the rich history and unique climbing styles that define Malham's rock faces. From its - [How to Front Surf on a Wave | Intermediate Whitewater Kayak Skills Series](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/how-to-front-surf-on-a-wave-intermediate-whitewater-kayak-skills-series/) - In this video we go over a step by step progression on how to front surf a wave in a whitewater kayak. - [Purple Mountains Live Free or Die](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/purple-mountains-live-free-or-die/) - Professional snowboarder and POW founder Jeremy Jones has always had a deep connection to the outdoors. It’s not just his escape—it’s his identity, his passion and his legacy. Growing up in New England, Jeremy carved out his beginnings in the mountains, but in the years since, he’s witnessed troubling changes: wilder weather, fewer snow days - [A LONG WAY TO NOWHERE: short film about a backcountry trail crew](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/a-long-way-to-nowhere-short-film-about-a-backcountry-trail-crew/) - A crew of young Americans endure a week-long traverse of Oregon’s rugged and fire-shapen Kalmiopsis Wilderness in an effort to revitalize a historic hiking trail. - [Frontlines](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/frontlines/) - Since March 2020 the COVID-19 pandemic has been pushing the limits of our healthcare system. The physical and emotional load placed on our healthcare workers has been massive. They were proclaimed to be heroes in our society. Frontlines follows three emergency room nurses as they use rock climbing to work through the many stresses of - [The North Face presents: ADRENALINE - ft. Daniel Woods & Nina Williams](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/the-north-face-presents-adrenaline-ft-daniel-woods-nina-williams/) - This film showcases Daniel and Nina over a winter season in Colorado. Captured by Bobby Sorich, the process to endure these lines was brutal. Conditions, skin, and mentality all have to align to put these climbs down. - [Fire Lines | Patagonia Films](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/fire-lines-patagonia-films/) - In northern California, climate change and 150 years of forest mismanagement have led to some of the most catastrophic wildfires in the state’s history—including the Dixie Fire, which in 2021 devastated the Lost Sierra’s already struggling communities. In the face of that destruction, one group turned to trails for hope and to the past for - [The River of Sorrows](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/the-river-of-sorrows/) - Two packrafters examine how a large trans-basin diversion devastated downstream ecosystems, cultures, and recreational economies. Documenting a two-week journey down the Dolores River, a waterway that was once one of the top three western rivers adventures but is rarely available and one of the most imperiled river in the Colorado River Basin. This adventure dives - [STIKINE 2024](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/stikine-2024/) - World-class paddler Nouria Newman embarks on another thrilling expedition. Good times with the team on the Stikine River. Grateful for safe passages and good times in one of the most beautiful canyon in the World. And if nothing beats feeling comfortable and solid on such a whitewater, it's good to stay humble and keep respect - [Arc'teryx Presents: Ground Up](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/arcteryx-presents-ground-up/) - In an era where many climbers are using fixed ropes and sport-climbing tactics to free El Cap, climbers like Amity Warme and Brent Barghahn are choosing to keep adventure alive. Going ground up, Amity and Brent pull off a free ascent of the Pineapple Express variation of El Niño (5.13b/c) over eight days, battling variable - [How to Flatspin in a Playboat | Advanced Whitewater Skills Series](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/how-to-flatspin-in-a-playboat-advanced-whitewater-skills-series/) - In this video we go over a step by step progression on how to do a flatspin in a playboat. This is a fun trick that can be done in a wave or hole. - [Leading the Way with Ann Gillard and Pride Day on the River](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/leading-the-way-with-ann-gillard-and-pride-day-on-the-river/) - Every June, a horde of rainbow tutus and brightly colored leis descend on the Deerfield River in Massachusetts, in a vibrant gathering of ages, genders, identities and paddling experiences where all are welcome—all are valued. Founded in 2019 to celebrate the LGBTQ+ community and its history through whitewater boating, Pride Day on the River creates - [BIG FIVE - JANJA GARNBRET | FIVE TEN](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/big-five-janja-garnbret-five-ten/) - Janja Garnbret takes on the iconic Big Five in Fontainebleau Olympic gold medalist and World Cup legend, Janja Garnbret, adds yet another achievement to her illustrious climbing career by completing the Fontainebleau “Big Five” boulder problems. - [DEVOTION | Jakob Schubert's Journey To The Top:](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/devotion-jakob-schuberts-journey-to-the-top/) - A year full of success Jakob Schubert not only won two 2023 world championship titles and qualified for the 2024 Olympic Games in Paris, but also completed the 9c sport climbing route B.I.G. as first one ever. Shortly before the end of the year, he then succeeded in repeating the 9A Alphane boulder problem. Read - [Arc'teryx Presents: Seventh Direction](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/arcteryx-presents-seventh-direction/) - Alex Luger has spent five years pushing the limits of multi-pitch climbing and challenging himself in unprecedented ways on “Seventh Direction”, his hardest climb. As he nears the completion of his psychotherapy studies, Alex reflects on his priorities and questions his motivations for pursuing extreme difficulty and danger. With his mentor, Johannes Rauch, he embarks - [Close-Up w/ Amity Warme](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/close-up-w-amity-warme/) - Take a lesson from climber Amity Warme—climbing is trying hard. Coming into the climbing world relatively late, Amity has quickly established herself as one of the world's best big wall free climbers. With four free routes up El Cap under her belt, plus a plethora of other difficult multi and single-pitch climbs, Amity’s quick success - [In Our Darkest Moments A Crack Of Light Is All We Need](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/in-our-darkest-moments-a-crack-of-light-is-all-we-need/) - Icelandic climber Svana Bjarnason faces her toughest challenge yet in her bid to reach the Olympic games in Paris 2024. Faced with another injury after just recovering from fracturing a bone in her foot, Svana confronts her darkest moments of the process so far. Leaving herself no choice but to continue, Svana uses the circle - [In Sequence: Katie Lamb and the Craft of Hard Bouldering](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/in-sequence-katie-lamb-and-the-craft-of-hard-bouldering/) - Katie Lamb is among the strongest boulderers in the world, but her tick list shows that she’s not motivated by grades or notoriety. Instead, she’s constantly on the hunt for boulders that inspire her full attention, something she can quietly work away at with total focus. When her send of Box Therapy (V15/16) pushes her - [The Horrible Truth About Climbing Mount Everest](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/the-horrible-truth-about-climbing-mount-everest/) - Ant Middleton takes on the ultimate challenge of climbing Mount Everest in this gripping documentary. From the harsh conditions of the Death Zone to the intense physical and mental trials, Ant shares his personal journey to the world's highest peak. This video captures not only the breathtaking landscapes of the Himalayas but also the sheer - [Trauma-Informed Facilitation](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/trauma-informed-facilitation/) - Association for Experiential Education members Sky Gray, Dr. Kynetta 'Sugar' McFarlane, and Dr. Christine Norton present a webinar on how to facilitate workshops and trainings from a trauma-informed perspective. Webinar Objectives: + Review the importance of psychological safety when facilitating groups + How to create space for authentic engagement + Define trauma from the perspective - [Necronomicon: Cracking the Limits](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/necronomicon-cracking-the-limits/) - Necronomicon: Cracking the Limits” immerses audiences in the journey of professional climber Mary Eden as she attempts to climb the seemingly impossible Necronomicon, a daunting 100- foot roof crack in Canyonlands National Park. Beyond the physical demands of the route, Mary grapples with internal pressures, questioning her own worthiness to undertake such a formidable climb. - [Janja Garnbret Unfiltered: Mental health, body image and insecurities ](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/janja-garnbret-unfiltered-mental-health-body-image-and-insecurities/) - Janja Garnbret is known by many as the greatest competition climber of all time, having won more IFSC gold medals than any athlete in history. But, not only is Janja Garnbret a trailblazer in climbing performance, she is also leading the way as a positive role model in the sport. She is determined to change - [Persistence and Pain: Svana's Test of Strength | The Outsider Ep.3](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/persistence-and-pain-svanas-test-of-strength-the-outsider-ep-3/) - Back in October 2023, Svana Bjarnason entered the European Olympic Qualifier in Laval, France, marking her first combined bouldering and lead event. However, just 10 minutes in, she injured her ankle. Despite sharp pain and medical advice to stop, she pushed through. This episode follows her journey as she grapples with this injury and the - [Janja Garnbret Unfiltered: Climbing’s Greatest Competitor](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/janja-garnbret-unfiltered-climbings-greatest-competitor/) - adidas TERREX sit down to interview world class climber and Olympic 2024 hopeful Janja Garnbret as she delves into her journey into competition climbing. From not thinking she would ever compete in bouldering to now dominating the IFSC Climbing competition circuit, winning 20 gold medals and becoming the first ever Olympic champion at the Tokyo - [Ascension - The Path to Balance](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/ascension-the-path-to-balance/) - After growing up with high anxiety, Vanessa finds balance through rock climbing and an unexpected diagnosis of high-functioning autism. Documentary project produced in 24 hours for the One Day Doc festival in Toronto. - [Visions](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/visions/) - A film and limited edition hardcover book about self-discovery, nature, harmony, exploration, and rock climbing in Kura Tāwhiti Castle Hill in Aotearoa, New Zealand. Kura Tāwhiti is a place that seems to thrill the human heart. It has long been a site of spiritual significance and artistic inspiration. In more recent times, it has become - [KINDNESS | The North Face](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/kindness-the-north-face/) - Athletes are notorious for being hard on themselves. Because so often, we're told that dreams are only realized through grit, determination and desire. By her own admission, Caroline Ciavaldini has been pretty hard on herself in times gone by. But things have changed. Now that she has a young family, climbing is only part of - [SAR: The Great White Wall: Black Canyon of the Gunnison](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/sar-the-great-white-wall-black-canyon-of-the-gunnison/) - Black Canyon of the Gunnison Search & Rescue Team is the 2024 SAR Awards Featured Rescue due to their remarkable skill navigating an incredibly complex situation. When a climber sustained life threatening injuries on the Great White Wall, the Black Canyon SAR Team raced against time to save her life. Join us in thanking Search - [Black Diamond Presents: Ancestral Footprints](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/black-diamond-presents-ancestral-footprints/) - Protecting the Grand Canyon is a matter of great importance for Black Diamond. In this film, we are educated on the issues threatening the Grand Canyon by Indigenous Peoples with ancestral ties to the area who have been fighting to protect the Canyon for generations. - [Black Diamond Presents: Onsight](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/black-diamond-presents-onsight/) - When her vision began to deteriorate, Seneida found solace in climbing. But it wasn't until she found climbers that she finally learned to open up and accept her disability. This film by Janelle Dransfield and Rachel Ross features blind athlete and Black Diamond Product Developer Seneida Biendarra, as she finds herself embracing her journey on - [Paddle Tribal Waters Part II: Bring the Salmon Home](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/paddle-tribal-waters-part-ii-bring-the-salmon-home/) - In July 2023, the concrete walls of the Copco 2 Dam came tumbling down, the first of four dams slated for demolition on the Klamath River in the largest planned dam removal in United States history. Meanwhile, 16 Indigenous youth were practicing their rolls and ferry glides, honing the skills they’ll need to be the - [Kayaking Mistakes That Can Kill You!](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/kayaking-mistakes-that-can-kill-you/) - In this video, we look at the top 5 kayaking mistakes that can prove deadly, and how to avoid them. The good news is that kayaking is a very safe activity, and serious accidents are rare. But with any activity that involves the water, situations can become serious very quickly, and so you need to - [Embracing the Grim](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/embracing-the-grim/) - This may not be your conventional adventure film, but perhaps we’ve seen enough of those. Embracing the Grim follows Line van den Berg and I to the ephemeral landscapes of the Scottish Highlands, on an ambitious mixed climbing mission beset by typically fickle weather. Aleksandra Janiak impressively directed, produced, filmed and edited this short film - [ALL RISE is committed to making climbing more accessible | Arc’teryx No Wasted Days](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/all-rise-is-committed-to-making-climbing-more-accessible-arcteryx-no-wasted-days/) - When professional climber Ashima Shiraishi first started scaling boulders, it was free. Reconnecting with her roots in a small outdoor climbing area in Central Park that draws a multi-generational and cultural community of climbers together, Ashima is now laying the foundation for others to break away from the sport’s high cost and enjoy climbing for - [The Long Way Home: A Pacific Crest Trail story](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/the-long-way-home-a-pacific-crest-trail-story/) - "The Long Way Home" is not just a documentary about hiking; it's a visual and emotional exploration of the human connection to the wilderness, the challenges faced in the pursuit of dreams, and the profound impact of the natural world on the human soul. Through stunning cinematography and an intimate portrayal of one man's epic - [KARWENDEL | The North Face](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/karwendel-the-north-face/) - The Karwendel range in the Northern Alps has always been a special place for Ida-Sophie Hegemann. As a German trail runner living in Innsbruck, they mark the boundary between her homeland and her current home. She has always dreamed of running a route that traverses this range, and of setting a record time along the - [Balancing Acts_ | Climbing outside of the box | Arc’teryx No Wasted Days](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/balancing-acts_-climbing-outside-of-the-box-arcteryx-no-wasted-days/) - After years away from climbing, Ben Fenton returned to the sport with newfound vigor, helping create the community he’s always wanted to see at the crag and gym through Balancing Acts_, An organization that provides access to climbing for people who have been marginalized from the sport, Balancing Acts_ lets Ben share the magic of - [Une Belle Trace (Arc'teryx France)](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/une-belle-trace-arcteryx-france/) - In July 2022, mountain guides Frederic Degoulet and Benjamin Ribeyre set out to attempt a mountaineering first - to complete a circumnavigation of the Mer de la Glace via some of the most emblematic peaks in the Mont Blanc range. The obvious line on the map had not yet been completed, even though it contours - [Leading the Way with Ian Smith and the Watersmith Guild](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/leading-the-way-with-ian-smith-and-the-watersmith-guild/) - With its history of coal mining and the pollution associated with its industrial past, a stigma lies within the waterways of Pennsylvania. A lack of connection to the rivers perpetuates the aversion. In its tenth year of operation, First Waves uses river surfing, whitewater paddleboarding and filmmaking as a catalyst to inspire conservation of local - [Aiguille du Midi Operation Electric Avenue](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/aiguille-du-midi-operation-electric-avenue/) - Right next to the Aiguille du Midi peak, situated in a sea of mountains at an altitude of 3842m, stands proudly the legendary 50m high granite monolith Gendarme des Cosmiques. For the past 30 years it hosted only 2 climbing routes, Digital Crack (8a) and Arête des Cosmiques (8a), but recently a third route was - [THE LAST SOLO : an introspective solo journey about risk taking in the heart of Chamonix mountains](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/the-last-solo-an-introspective-solo-journey-about-risk-taking-in-the-heart-of-chamonix-mountains/) - An introspective journey about risk taking, a solo mountaineering adventure in the heart of Chamonix’ mountains. - [NOLS | Blister Management | NOLS Wilderness Medicine Virtual Event Recording](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/nols-blister-management-nols-wilderness-medicine-virtual-event-recording/) - WEMT Program Specialist, Jim Wynn will discuss the tools and care tips needed to manage blisters in the backcountry. Original virtual event date: April 25, 2024 View upcoming NOLS events: https://www.nols.edu/en/events/ Learn more about NOLS Wilderness Medicine: https://www.nols.edu/en/wilderness-medicine/why-nols/ Learn more about NOLS: https://www.nols.edu/en/ - [Black Diamond Presents: Doubloons](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/black-diamond-presents-doubloons/) - Featuring young crushers and BD Ambassadors Tanner Bauer and Chris Deuto, this film captures the magic of two friends on a summer mission to climb the iconic golden arete of Doubloons (5.14b) in the Colorado alpine. - [Pioneers: Tandem Cross Country Skiing - Part 1](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/pioneers-tandem-cross-country-skiing/) - After winning the American Birkebeiner - the largest cross country ski race in North America - Joe Dubay was disqualified for wearing the wrong bib. Now, 11 years later, Joe and his former roommate who lent him the bib - Chris - document their return to the Birkebeiner to pioneer a new sport: tandem cross-country - [NOLS | Ankle Taping and Wrapping | NOLS Wilderness Medicine Virtual Event Recording](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/nols-ankle-taping-and-wrapping-nols-wilderness-medicine-virtual-event-recording/) - WEMT Manager, Jake Wallace will give an overview of ankle taping and wrapping techniques, including a demonstration on his own foot! He will discuss the tools you need for success on your next adventure. Original virtual event date: April 18, 2024 - Ankle Taping and Wrapping View upcoming NOLS events: https://www.nols.edu/en/events/ Learn more about NOLS - [Zuni in the Grand Canyon](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/zuni-in-the-grand-canyon/) - Throughout their history, the A:shiwi people have made a pilgrimage through the Grand Canyon to leave offerings at traditional sites, gather materials for their cultural practices, and visit the place where their ancestors first emerged from the four Underworlds and into the light of day. Follow the A:shiwi rain priests and medicine men as this - [How eco-drag queen Drag Queen Pattie Gonia defines what it means to fight for the environment | Nightline](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/how-eco-drag-queen-drag-queen-pattie-gonia-defines-what-it-means-to-fight-for-the-environment-nightline/) - ABC News' Ginger Zee caught up with Pattie Gonia as she produces and stars in "Save Her: An Environmental Drag Show" for this year's Climate Week. - [Arc'teryx Presents: Body of a Line](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/arcteryx-presents-body-of-a-line/) - Climbing a route like the Dunn-Westbay direct wasn't just a feat of athleticism, but an intimate and creative endeavor for Arc’teryx Ambassador Madeleine Sorkin. Topping out at over 13,000 Feet, there have been only five recorded ascents of the route that finds its way to the summit of Long’s Peak in Colorado’s Front Range. For - [Pioneers: Tandem Cross Country Skiing - Part 2](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/pioneers-tandem-cross-country-skiing-part-2/) - After winning the American Birkebeiner - the largest cross country ski race in North America - Joe Dubay was disqualified for wearing the wrong bib. Now, 11 years later, Joe and his former roommate who lent him the bib - Chris - document their return to the Birkebeiner to pioneer a new sport: tandem cross-country - [Ocean to Asgard - Full Film | Big Wall Climbing on Baffin Island](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/ocean-to-asgard-full-film-big-wall-climbing-on-baffin-island/) - Four friends travel to Baffin Island for a forty-day human-powered adventure, featuring big wall first ascents, whitewater paddle descents, and wild Arctic flamingos. - [Nirmal Purja Allegations Send Shockwaves Through Climbing Community](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/nirmal-purja-allegations-send-shockwaves-through-climbing-community/) - In a recent New York article, published on the 31st of May allegations of sexual assault have surfaced against mountaineer Nirmal Purja. In this video we look into the allegations and the potential repercussions on the industry. The following are articles that have been referenced in this video: New York Times: nyti.ms/3R97voz Climbing.com bit.ly/3V96M8m Outside - [Sea Kayaking Ireland - Paddling Around Castles and River Kayaking in the Wild Atlantic Way](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/sea-kayaking-ireland-paddling-around-castles-and-river-kayaking-in-the-wild-atlantic-way/) - In this episode, I've moved from the coast to a gorgeous freshwater lake with so much to explore. - [NOLS | Top Items in Your First Aid Kit | NOLS Wilderness Medicine Virtual Event Recording](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/nols-top-items-in-your-first-aid-kit-nols-wilderness-medicine-virtual-event-recording/) - NOLS Wilderness Medicine Education Manager, Graham Prather will go over the items that should be in your first aid kit when you are planning for your next trip. Original virtual event date: May 2, 2024 View upcoming NOLS events: https://www.nols.edu/en/events/ Learn more about NOLS Wilderness Medicine: https://www.nols.edu/en/wilderness-medicine/why-nols/ Learn more about NOLS: https://www.nols.edu/en/ - [Black Diamond Presents: Ticino Gravity](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/black-diamond-presents-ticino-gravity/) - Follow BD athlete Kim Marschner, and ambassador Kaddi Lehmann on an exploration of Ticino, Switzerland—one of the world's greatest bouldering areas. Following in the footsteps of legendary developers like Richi Signer, Kim attempts to open a new Ticino testpiece. This is Ticino Gravity, a film capturing both the past and future of one of the - [Hopi Waters for Life](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/hopi-waters-for-life/) - For many living beings in the arid Southwest, water is sacred, water is life. Recently the Hopi Tribe, cultural resource advisors, and the Forest Service came together to restore an ancient spring. (USDA Forest Service video by Andrew Avitt) - [Laxaþjóð | A Salmon Nation - Full Film](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/laxathjod-a-salmon-nation-full-film/) - Our relationship with nature not only defines our history, it shapes our future, too. Yet beneath the surface of Iceland’s fjords, an industrial fish farming method threatens to destroy one of Europe’s last remaining wildernesses. Open net salmon farms wreak havoc on the fragile environments they’re placed in, polluting pristine ecosystems while mistreating the farmed - [Pioneer](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/pioneer/) - It takes the heart of a true explorer to remind us of the importance of adventure. Over the course of 5 days, we followed one of those people: Joel Ruscher. A crag pioneer and developer, Joel took us on an adventure through an undocumented area he’s been developing for 7 years. Countless FA’s, exploration of - [Kayaking down the ICE WALL](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/kayaking-down-the-ice-wall/) - Elite Kayaker Aniol Serrasolses ventures into the remote icy wilderness of the arctic to attempt his dream of being the person to kayaking over the largest ice waterfall. he and his team have to voyage across the arctic circle to the Svalbard archipelago in Norway to search for the elusive and temporary waterfalls. once there, - [Black Diamond Presents: Retro Modern—Part 4: The Big Smile](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/black-diamond-presents-retro-modern-part-4-the-big-smile/) - Follow BD Athlete Sam Elias and next-level boulderer, 9a sport climber, and highballing master Timmy Kang as they rebolt a Chris Sharma masterpiece: The Big Smile (5.14b). “There’s a caretaking that needs to happen now with old routes,” explains BD athlete Sam Elias. And that’s where this story begins. But what transpires in this four-part - [Tropical Lines | The North Face](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/tropical-lines-the-north-face/) - The North Face Athlete Felipe Camargo is hoping to leave behind new routes for future climbers back home. In 2023, he traveled across Brazil with his brother, Bruno, where they filmed five significant first ascents—including the first 5.15a (9a+) in South America, Auto Retrato. Inspired by the energy and soundtracks of surf and skate films, - [Oren Lyons – To Survive, We Must Transform Our Values](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/oren-lyons-to-survive-we-must-transform-our-values/) - We can all see the Earth is heating up, that polar ice and glaciers are melting, and that ever more fires, floods and droughts are screaming at us that our climate is unraveling. Our societies are also showing signs of unraveling. But the legendary, world-renowned Native American Rights leader, Oren R. Lyons, Faithkeeper of the - [Danny Rides - Danny MacAskill & friends ride Inverness, Scotland](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/danny-rides-danny-macaskill-friends-ride-inverness-scotland/) - Riding at home with your friends: laughs, sessions, and slams. Join Danny MacAskill, Brian Bell, Kenta Gallagher, Neil Campbell, and Mark Maciver as they find carnage and all-around guaranteed satisfaction on their home trails. - [The 90 Year Old Cyclist | A Short Documentary ](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/the-90-year-old-cyclist-a-short-documentary/) - Florent Piovesan presents a life portrait of his grandfather illustrated through his love of cycling. - [Arc'teryx Presents: Le Toit de Ben](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/arcteryx-presents-le-toit-de-ben/) - Autumn 1958. Val-David, the cradle of climbing in Quebec. Two daring young climbers embark on the ascent of a route that seemed unattainable, resembling a roof suspended in the air, defying all the conventions of the time. It only takes one attempt for the lead climber to leave his mark: henceforth known as "Le Toit - [KOHINA | A Story Of Finnish Climbing](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/kohina-a-story-of-finnish-climbing/) - "Kohina" ('noise') captures the adventurous spirit of MHW Team athlete Anna Laitinen as she navigates the tranquil yet demanding world of climbing in Finland. Experience the landscapes of her homeland and beyond as she embarks on a trip to climb "Escalamasters" in Spain. 'Kohina is a film not only about climbing in Finland, but what - [2 Person Alpine Crevasse rescue](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/2-person-alpine-crevasse-rescue/) - This video covers the rescue of a climber from a crevasse when the rope team is 2 people. The video covers the direct pull rescue techniques making the mechanical advantage of 3:1 and also showing the transition to 5:1 if needed for the rescuer. - [OVERHANG](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/overhang/) - Jonathan Bargibant, a passionate climber, has aimed, for more than 5 years, to climb “Tom et Je Ris”, an emblematic route in the Verdon rated 8b+. Recently becoming a father, Jonathan is reconsidering the balance between his family, professional and sporting life in a different way in order to achieve his goal. After many twists - [GO TO KNOW: A PARAGLIDING AND CLIMBING ADVENTURE IN PAKISTAN](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/go-to-know-a-paragliding-and-climbing-adventure-in-pakistan/) - Follow the team of Cedar Wright, Jeff Longcor, David Chen and Rob Curran on an epic paragliding and climbing Adventure in Pakistan. - [We Are Grand Canyon](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/we-are-grand-canyon/) - "We Are Grand Canyon" is a heartfelt film, welcoming visitors to Grand Canyon National Park from those who have called it home since time immemorial – Grand Canyon's 11 tribal communities. A project several years in the making, "We Are Grand Canyon" is a joint creation by the Intertribal Working Group, Grand Canyon National Park, - [Black Diamond Presents: RetroModern—Part 3: Ice Cream](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/black-diamond-presents-retromodern-part-3-ice-cream/) - Follow BD athlete Sam Elias and Olympian, comp crusher, and powerhouse climber Colin Duffy as they rebolt and equip the iconic American Fork testpiece Ice Cream (5.14c). “There’s a caretaking that needs to happen now with old routes,” explains BD athlete Sam Elias. And that’s where this story begins. But what transpires in this four-part - [What Makes Avalanches So Deadly](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/what-makes-avalanches-so-deadly/) - Avalanches are beautiful, majestic, and completely terrifying – this is a video all about the science of avalanches. A massive thank you to everyone at Whistler Blackcomb for making this shoot happen – Dane Gergovich, David Iles, Alastair Collis, Erin Taylor, and everyone else on the ski patrol team. Thank you for keeping us safe! - [From Biocrust, With Love ｜ The Radavist](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/from-biocrust-with-love-｜-the-radavist/) - Deserts have a reputation for being lifeless. Nothing is further from the truth. Dry places are full of life; you just have to know where to look for it... One of the most interesting places to look is right at the soil surface. In the desert surrounding Moab, Utah, the soil surface is alive with - ['Play' - Tiffany Soi rediscovers rock climbing after a spinal injury](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/play-tiffany-soi-rediscovers-rock-climbing-after-a-spinal-injury/) - Two years ago, rock climber Tiffany Soi could hardly walk. Having sustained an acute spinal injury, she was sure her climbing career was over. “Play” offers an intimate window into her remarkable journey back to the wall while grappling with chronic pain. Faced with reevaluating her aspirations, Tiffany forges a new connection with her beloved - [Stefano Ghisolfi - Ready to Fail](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/stefano-ghisolfi-ready-to-fail/) - When you aim for the top, you must be ready to fail. This is the mentality that drives Stefano Ghisolfi every time he faces a new challenge, and his 2023 attempts of Burden of Dreams in Lappnor were no exception. And even if it is not a happy ending story (for now!), it was still - [Leave It to Beavers](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/leave-it-to-beavers/) - In the absence of actual beavers, beaver dam analogs are convincing imitations that can spur the processes needed to recreate complex, healthy meadows with improved spawning habitat for steelhead, Chinook salmon and other species. If all goes according to plan, a passing beaver might see these human-made dams, complemented by the soft, pooling water they - [Black Diamond Presents: RetroModern—Part 2: Blood Meridian](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/black-diamond-presents-retromodern-part-2-blood-meridian/) - Follow BD athlete Sam Elias and talented setter, comp climber and all-around badass Morgan Tadje as they rebolt and equip the classic testpiece Blood Meridian in Ibex, Utah. “There’s a caretaking that needs to happen now with old routes,” explains BD athlete Sam Elias. And that’s where this story begins. But what transpires in this - [Bill McKibben on Climate Crisis: How we got here and what we can do now](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/bill-mckibben-on-climate-crisis-how-we-got-here-and-what-we-can-do-now/) - Over forty years ago, the publication of ‘The End of Nature’ popularized a topic that was then largely unfamiliar to the general public. The book’s author, Bill McKibben, brought the subject of global warming to light and has advocated for climate solutions ever since. In this #EarthDay special on environmental protection, he talks about the - [Black Diamond Presents: RetroModern—Part 1: Kintsugi](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/black-diamond-presents-retromodern-part-1-kintsugi/) - Follow BD athlete Sam Elias and young crusher Noah Keithly as they rebolt and equip a new extension in Maple Canyon, Utah, in RetroModern Part 1: Kintsugi. “There’s a caretaking that needs to happen now with old routes,” explains BD athlete Sam Elias. And that’s where this story begins. But what transpires in this four-part - [Ethan Pringle flashes Costa Rica's hardest tree climbs with Noah Kane](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/ethan-pringle-flashes-costa-ricas-hardest-tree-climbs-with-noah-kane/) - The last stop on the Costa Rican tour is the cloud forest of Monteverde, where local climbers have learned to lead beautiful strangler figs like trad climbs. - [The Slow Lane](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/the-slow-lane/) - Dedicated to slowly exploring the world on two wheels, Pierre Bouchard and Janick Lemieux have covered more than 250,000 KM by bike and spent 14 years in the saddle since 1990. Through a bikepacking trip in Quebec’s wilderness, The Slow Lane retraces the story of these two incredible cyclists, from the Pacific Ring of Fire - [Running Up for Air | Patagonia Films](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/running-up-for-air-patagonia-films/) - In 2012, Jared Campbell decided to run up and down Salt Lake City’s Grandeur Peak for 24 hours, to raise money for air quality advocacy work. The following year, a few friends joined in. The next year: even more. After 11 years, Campbell’s solo project has morphed into Running Up For Air: a worldwide movement - [THE TRADITIONALIST - Chapter Three](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/the-traditionalist-chapter-three/) - In this new 3-part series from acclaimed film-maker Andrea Cossu, we follow Jacopo as he travels from Europe, to America and the UK to gain a deeper understanding of trad-climbing as an art-form, it’s diverse community, culture, ethics and history - exploring what ‘hard-trad’ actually means and whether, when push comes to shove, the grades - [Justice, Equality, Diversity and Inclusion](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/justice-equality-diversity-and-inclusion/) - The USDA Forest Service is working together to advance justice, equality, diversity, inclusion and accessibility. - [Under Construction | The North Face](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/under-construction-the-north-face/) - Competitive climber Maya Madere tackles her first outdoor project in Tahoe, CA, with the help of The North Face Athlete Brette Harrington. In a partnership forged through our Athlete Development Program, this is women supporting women—and we’re here for it. - [Who Said Living A Dream Was Easy? | The Outsider](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/who-said-living-a-dream-was-easy-the-outsider/) - "The Outsider" chronicles the remarkable journey of Svana Bjarnason, an immensely dedicated athlete who's chosen to pause her life's routine to chase her ultimate dream: qualifying to the Paris 2024 Olympics. While Svana boasts a history of victories when was young, she's no longer the competition climber she once was. Can she transition from the - [Arctic Ascent with Alex Honnold | Climbing a 4,000 Foot Cliff](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/arctic-ascent-with-alex-honnold-climbing-a-4000-foot-cliff/) - Alex Honnold leads an expedition in Greenland to climb a nearly 4,000-foot sea cliff and investigate the impacts of climate change on the region. - [Undammed | Amy Bowers Cordalis and the fight to free the Klamath](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/undammed-amy-bowers-cordalis-and-the-fight-to-free-the-klamath/) - After witnessing a massive fish kill on her ancestral home waters, Yurok tribal attorney Amy Bowers Cordalis dedicated her life to reversing the generations-long destruction wrought by the Klamath River dams. Undammed follows her journey to free the Klamath, from testifying before Congress to passing down fishing traditions within her young family. Now that the - [The Traditionalist - Chapter Two](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/the-traditionalist-chapter-two/) - In this new 3-part series from acclaimed film-maker Andrea Cossu, we follow Jacopo as he travels from Europe, to America and the UK to gain a deeper understanding of trad-climbing as an art-form, it’s diverse community, culture, ethics and history - exploring what ‘hard-trad’ actually means and whether, when push comes to shove, the grades - [Izta | The North Face](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/izta-the-north-face/) - Laura Cortez is a trail runner and part of The North Face Athlete Development Program. In “Izta,” she attempts to establish a city-to-summit FKT that starts in Amecameca, Mexico, and ends at 17,160ft above sea level, on the ancient volcano Iztaccíhuatl. - [I Was Caught in an Avalanche! - Walk the Walk Stories ep.1 - Jacob Wester](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/i-was-caught-in-an-avalanche-walk-the-walk-stories-ep-1-jacob-wester/) - During one of the filming days for Walk The Walk, I was caught in an avalanche. Having skied professionally for two decades, this was the very first time it happened, despite countless hours navigating and skiing in avalanche terrain. This video is a behind-the-scenes look at what led up to the accident, the decision-making typically - [Perfect Partners | Ice Climbing in Norway](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/perfect-partners-ice-climbing-in-norway/) - Filmed by #TeamMontane ambassador Jessie Leong, Perfect Partners is a film that follows the friendship of two aspiring climbers, Ula and Kasia. Join us on International Women's Day (08 March) at 7 pm on YouTube and Facebook to discover their story... - [Creating a New Narrative of People and Nature | Rue Mapp | TEDxYosemite](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/creating-a-new-narrative-of-people-and-nature-rue-mapp-tedxyosemite/) - In the wake of the national upheaval of Ferguson and other race-related incidents, Rue Mapp sought refuge in the wilderness and public lands, places not traditionally associated with African American groups. Mapp's organization Outdoor Afro is bringing back the idea that our public spaces can be centers of healing for all people despite the cultural - [THE TRADITIONALIST - Chapter One](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/the-traditionalist-chapter-one/) - In this new 3-part series from acclaimed film-maker Andrea Cossu, we follow Jacopo as he travels from Europe, to America and the UK to gain a deeper understanding of trad-climbing as an art-form, it’s diverse community, culture, ethics and history - exploring what ‘hard-trad’ actually means and whether, when push comes to shove, the grades - [Cinque Terre](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/cinque-terre/) - Historically, the five villages of Cinque Terre—Riomaggiore, Manarola, Corniglia, Vernazza and Monterosso—could only be reached by sea. Today, they are one of Italy’s best-known and most visited locations. Tourists fill the narrow streets in summer, drawn to the azure water and whimsical nature of the brightly colored houses perched along rocky cliffs. Using public transport - [A Family of 5 on the PCT](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/a-family-of-5-on-the-pct/) - Would you attempt to take a 1,300-mile bite out of the Pacific Crest Trail with three kids, all under age 5? We found a family who did. Their experience might help you decide to give something like it a go. Read about their hike. - [To the Hills & Back](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/to-the-hills-back/) - "To the Hills & Back" is a heart-wrenching documentary that delves into the lives of two backcountry skiers, Katie Combaluzier and Adam Campbell, who navigate through the aftermath of separate avalanche tragedies. Despite never having met, their stories of resilience, unbreakable spirit, and iron will intersect in their shared passion for the alpine wilderness. This - [El Valle Del Silencio | Climbing Blind in the Patagonian Wilderness](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/el-valle-del-silencio-climbing-blind-in-the-patagonian-wilderness/) - A celebration of partnerships that transcend ability, culture, and race, 'The Valley of Silence' documents Chilean Rab athlete Felipe Nordenflycht and blind adventurer Erik Weihenmayer on their inaugural trip to the wilderness of Patagonia. Together, they hope to make Erik the first blind climber to summit the Torre Norte. - [North 6 | The Greatest North Faces of the Alps](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/north-6-the-greatest-north-faces-of-the-alps/) - They are considered as the six greatest of the Alps: the north faces of Grosser Zinne, Piz Badile, Matterhorn, Eiger, Petit Dru and Grandes Jorasses. Almost 70 years ago, the French mountain guide Gaston Rébuffat already wrote about the shady escapes in his classic "Stars and Storms": "A dream fulfilled gives birth to a new - [Waterwalker](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/waterwalker/) - Waterwalker is one of the classic canoeing films. This feature-length documentary follows naturalist Bill Mason on his journey by canoe into the Ontario wilderness. The filmmaker and artist begins on Lake Superior, then explores winding and sometimes tortuous river waters to the meadowlands of the river's source. Along the way, Mason paints scenes that capture - [Natural Custodians: Indigenous Lessons in Reconnecting with Nature | National Geographic](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/natural-custodians-indigenous-lessons-in-reconnecting-with-nature-national-geographic/) - The natural world is on the brink as habitats and species buckle under human pressures, but indigenous communities can help us rediscover a healthier relationship with our planet. When it comes to safeguarding nature, scientific research reveals that biodiversity strongholds are often sustained not just through cutting-edge conservation or the simple absence of humans but - [EXCALIBUR | The North Face](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/excalibur-the-north-face/) - A perfect line, with tiny holds on a 40 degrees steep wall: this is “Excalibur”. In a joint effort with the world’s best climbers, Stefano Ghisolfi embraces the challenge to climb this incredible route. After two years of dedication to the project, Stefano manages to claim the first ascent of what is to this day - [Whitewater Presents: A Baffin Vacation](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/whitewater-presents-a-baffin-vacation/) - Consider taking your sweetheart to Baffin Island, it’s surrounded by nothing. Literally nothing. Follow couple Erik Boomer and Sarah McNair-Landry set off on a 45-day expedition in the heart of Baffin Island in the Canadian Arctic, crossing ice sheets, climbing granite faces, and paddling first descents. A Film by Sarah McNair-Landry and Erik Boomer Presented - [LIMINAL | The North Face](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/liminal-the-north-face/) - The North Face Athlete Jake Blauvelt has made a career of snowboarding and built a life in the mountains, but it’s not without sacrifices. Over the years, he’s been in and out of hospitals and splitting his time between the East and West coasts—always for the dream.​ Liminal is about the in-betweens. We follow Jake - [What The Hands Do | How Climbing Can Shape the World](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/what-the-hands-do-how-climbing-can-shape-the-world/) - Mariana Mendoza and Miguel Casar are attracted to proud, challenging boulders and approach the sport with passion and dedication. At the same time, they believe that climbing hard is not the only thing that matters. As lifelong social justice advocates, they ask: How can we use climbing to cultivate joy and connection in our communities? - [Life Downstream](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/life-downstream/) - “It is said that by throwing one stone into the river, you can change the nature of that river forever. If you dump 10 tons of mercury into the Wabigoon River, you not only change the nature of the river, but you also change the nature of all life downstream.” The Wabigoon River is rich - [Slovak porters - The last in Europe](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/slovak-porters-the-last-in-europe/) - Delivery service in the world’s smallest high mountain range is still done the traditional way. In the Alps and other European mountains, porters have long been replaced by helicopters and cable cars. But not in the High Tatras of Slovakia. When loaded, the wooden carrying frames used by the so-called ‘Tatra Sherpas’ weigh up to - [Thai Cave Rescue (Full Episode) | Drain the Oceans](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/thai-cave-rescue-full-episode-drain-the-oceans/) - Drain the Oceans conducts the first accurate 3D survey of the Thai cave, revealing insight into the risky mission to save 12 boys from the flooded cave. - [May, They, She](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/may-they-she/) - Dirtbag Fund Recipient Marian (May) Perez used their grant to offer a free "gym to crag," guided weekend at the Shawangunks! May is now joining me (Cedar Wright) on the dirtbag fund board! Woohooo! - [People Like Us](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/people-like-us/) - People Like Us is a film that celebrates the existence of queer folks in non-urban environments and shows that healthy queer communities can flourish in small towns. - [Whitewater Presents: The Ferryman](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/whitewater-presents-the-ferryman/) - The Ferryman chronicles the tale of the man charged with transporting hikers of the Appalachian Trail across the most dangerous water crossing on the 2,200 mile trek: the Kennebec River. - [Alex Honnold’s Dramatic 4,000-ft. Cliff Climb in the Name of Climate Change | Amanpour and Company](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/alex-honnolds-dramatic-4000-ft-cliff-climb-in-the-name-of-climate-change-amanpour-and-company/) - You may recognize climber Alex Honnold from the Oscar-winning documentary “Free Solo,” when he became the first person to scale Yosemite National Park's El Capitan without safety gear. Now, in the new National Geographic series “Arctic Ascent,” Honnold sets his sights even higher, on a 4,000-foot sea cliff in Greenland. This time he’s got ropes, - [Recognizing Avalanche Terrain with Avalanche Canada](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/recognizing-avalanche-terrain-with-avalanche-canada/) - Avalanche Canada, BC Search and Rescue's industry “cousins,” is their special guest for this winter webinar. Recognizing avalanche terrain takes a keen eye, insight and training! Learn from the experts and let AvCan introduce you, or remind you, to the key elements of safe backcountry travel. - [Amity Warme climbs Book of Hate 5.13d](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/amity-warme-climbs-book-of-hate-5-13d/) - Book of Hate is a 45-meter pitch of strenuous stemming up a progressively steepening corner in Yosemite Valley. First climbed by Randy Leavitt, this route is a true test piece of difficult stem climbing. It is mostly bolted, but relies on the smallest of trad gear in the overhung crux section near the top. SCARPA - [Arc'teryx Presents: Unlikely Duo](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/arcteryx-presents-unlikely-duo/) - Tom Peiffer and Eric Carter are both world-class competitive skiers—but in completely opposite disciplines of skiing: Eric is a former US National Team skimo race athlete, and Tom is a former Freeride World Tour competitor. And yet, as they have progressed beyond competition in their respective disciplines, their paths have converged on a long list - [Mammut Aspects | Stories from avalanche terrain | Ep. 04: Along for the ride](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/mammut-aspects-stories-from-avalanche-terrain-ep-04-along-for-the-ride/) - We often measure risk by probability and consequence. But what happens when we don’t have the full scope on either? How do you manage risk and place trust in unfamiliar terrain? In the latest episode of our Aspects series, Canadian Katie Combaluzier shares her story about a tour during a ski trip to the French - [Why Some Sherpas Say There Won’t Be Any Guides On Everest In 10 Years | Inside Everest](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/why-some-sherpas-say-there-wont-be-any-guides-on-everest-in-10-years-inside-everest/) - Everest climbing-guide services — often provided by people of the Sherpa ethnic group — can cost $10,000 per expedition. At this price, the guide takes responsibility for climbers' lives as well as their own. They lead mountaineers to the top of the world, carrying heavy loads and providing emergency services. This is one of the - [Before Free Solo | Edge of the Unknown with Jimmy Chin](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/before-free-solo-edge-of-the-unknown-with-jimmy-chin/) - Alpinist Alex Honnold wants to climb huge walls in Morocco without a rope. - [A Panic Attack Ended My Winter Backpacking Trip](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/a-panic-attack-ended-my-winter-backpacking-trip/) - Miranda Webster, from Miranda Goes Outside shares her personal story about mental health issues in the outdoors. "While filming this video backpacking in a beautiful snowy forest I was struck by one of the worst panic attacks of my life. I have generalized anxiety disorder, but I have not talked about that very much on - [How Effective Is This New Parallel Group Search Rescue Technique?](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/how-effective-is-this-new-parallel-group-search-rescue-technique/) - Beacon search techniques have come a long way since the days of walking around with earphones trying to home in on a buried signal from an analog transceiver. As part of #TGRSafetyWeek, take a deeper dive with IPRW lead instructors Jim “Sarge” Conway and Jamie Weeks for a preview of a novel beacon search technique - [Path of the Paddle: Solo Whitewater](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/path-of-the-paddle-solo-whitewater/) - Bill Mason was one of the most prolific writers and filmmakers on canoeing during the 1970's. His books like Path of the Paddle and instructional films were both beautiful and groundbreaking. This short film from 1977 is both historic outdoor education and timeless as canoeist Bill Mason explains clearly how to locate a deep water - [Changabang: Return to the Shining Mountain](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/changabang-return-to-the-shining-mountain/) - In 1976, British alpinists Peter Boardman & Joe Tasker made the first ascent of the West Wall of Changabang, for the next four decades the route gained legendary status as climbers from around the world would come to attempt to successfully repeat this route. In 2022, 3 climbers from the New Zealand Alpine Team would - [Beyond the Beacon: Lesson from a Backcountry Accident](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/beyond-the-beacon-lesson-from-a-backcountry-accident/) - Dave Zinn from the Gallatin National Forest Avalanche Center brings us lessons from a backcountry accident. - [The North Face Presents: DESCENDANCE](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/the-north-face-presents-descendance/) - Dennis Ranalter is one of the world's most respected freeride skiers, his playful style and technical ability earning him a wide fan base and the widely used moniker: D-RAN. Yet away from a name that showcases his self-assurance on the steep slopes of Austria, Dennis’s struggles with identity run deep. At its heart, the question - [Arc'teryx Presents: The Pass](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/arcteryx-presents-the-pass/) - In Rogers Pass, the Trans-Canada Highway and Canadian Pacific Railway wind underneath 134 avalanche paths that release 2,000 avalanche events each winter, controlled by military artillery, helicopters, and remote control systems. It was off-limits to ski touring for decades. Then a surprising player stepped up to help mastermind the Pass’s modern winter permit system that’s - [Backcountry Responsibly [2024]](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/backcountry-responsibly-2024/) - 5 rescues in 5 days: Have we forgotten how to backcountry responsibly? In the heart of the 2022/23 winter season, one of the biggest snow seasons on record, Wyoming's Teton County Search & Rescue experienced five rescues in five days. Why? Lack of knowledge? Heuristic traps? Social media creating false confidence? Sheer bad luck? In - [Outdoor Research Presents: Any Fool Knows](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/outdoor-research-presents-any-fool-knows/) - More than 40 years after Outdoor Research was founded, many people who use our gear to access the far corners of the planet likely aren't aware of the degree to which our name is so closely tied to the relentless mission of our founder, Ron Gregg. In-depth field research on how OR's gear performed in - [The 7 Pro Climbing Tips That TRANSFORMED My Climbing](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/the-7-pro-climbing-tips-that-transformed-my-climbing/) - I'm excited to share with you some of the 7 best tips, lessons and snippets of climbing advice that I've received from some of the amazing climbing coaches and professional climbers that I’ve been lucky enough to have worked with this year. I count myself incredibly fortunate to have spent a lot of time with - [The North Face Presents: How Did We Get Here?​](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/the-north-face-presents-how-did-we-get-here/) - Three strange animals: The Blondes. Their brains often operate in synchronicity. Together they thrive, feeding off one another in a symbiotic relationship. This species of Blonde is a peculiar specimen. Look at them and wonder. To the onlooker it appears to be absolute chaos. Who are they? How did they get here? Are they natural - [Song of the sea - Exploring Scoresbysund by seakayak - northeast Greenland](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/song-of-the-sea-exploring-scoresbysund-by-seakayak-northeast-greenland/) - Scoresbysund is the largest fjord in the world. This kayak-expedition in northeast Greenland was self guided and unsupported (apart from the pickup by motorboat). An authentic adventure. Two people (Frank van Zwol & Jolanda Linschooten), two foldable sea kayaks. July/august 2022. 26 days of provisions and unnameable stretches of sea, mountains & glaciers. We started - [Why Do I Hike 2](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/why-do-i-hike-2/) - Why Do I Hike 2 is a thru-hiking documentary that will grab your attention. Embark on an epic journey through the rugged terrain and emotional challenges of long-distance hiking in "Why do I Hike 2." Award-winning filmmaker Nikola Horvat-Tesla takes you on a gripping exploration of the human spirit, capturing the essence of thru-hiking in - [Preparing for a ski tour: tour planning](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/preparing-for-a-ski-tour-tour-planning/) - How do you prepare for a ski tour? – Tour planning Careful tour planning is the foundation of a safe, exciting ski tour. By considering the avalanche situation and timing before setting out on a tour, you can largely exclude potentially dangerous situations. Watch the video to learn more about what you need for a - [Sarah Carpenter: Checklists and Backcountry Decision-Making](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/sarah-carpenter-checklists-and-backcountry-decision-making/) - Over the past 5 years, we have built a checklist that guides backcountry users through a backcountry day. It starts with pre-trip planning, moves through what to look for on a tour, and ends with questions for debriefing the day and sending observations to the forecast center. We have centered our level 1 curriculum around - [Friluftsliv: A Life Outdoors | The North Face](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/friluftsliv-a-life-outdoors-the-north-face/) - The North Face Athlete ​Victor de Le Rue feels at home on the toughest slopes on the planet. But a Nordic family ski trip is an unexpected challenge. Crossing the Hardangervidda National Park, on the flattest massif in Norway –– Victor, his wife Paola, and their 3-year-old son Markus, discover surprising gifts by shifting their - [Between Earth & Sky](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/between-earth-sky/) - Renowned ecologist Nalini Nadkarni studies "what grows back” after a disturbance in the rainforest canopy. After surviving a life-threatening fall from a tree, she must turn her research question onto herself to explore the effects of disturbance and recovery throughout her own life. _____ The filmmaking team would like to acknowledge that this documentary was - [SOLO](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/solo/) - From the Canadian Rockies to the Atlas Mountains - SOLO explores 6 continents and takes #TeamMontane athlete Jenny Tough on an epic challenge spanning several years. Jenny’s mission was to run across some of the world’s most remote mountain ranges, by foot, by herself, unsupported, and solo. Along the way, she takes on a powerful - [California's Trail of Tears: Nome Cult Walk](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/californias-trail-of-tears-nome-cult-walk/) - In Fall of 1863, 461 Native Americans from the Yuki, Wailacki, Concow, Little Lake Pomo, Nomlacki, Pit River, Maidu and Nissinan tribes were forcibly marched from their homelands. The march was part of the nationwide, systematic, removal of native people to make way for non-native settlers. They were forced by military escort one hundred miles - [The Gatherer - Maureen Beck](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/the-gatherer-maureen-beck/) - The limitations that we set for ourselves often fall short of our true potential. How do we transcend limitations? How do we take these perceived ‘weaknesses’ and use them to achieve the things we want most in this world? Ask Mo Beck. A lifelong climber born without a lower left arm, she’s learned how to - [Arc'teryx | Living Outside Yourself: A No Wasted Days Story](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/arcteryx-living-outside-yourself-a-no-wasted-days-story/) - A profound turning point came early on for Hugh Herr. Decades later, the expert climber and biophysicist dedicates his work to advancing prosthetic technology and honoring a memory. - [We are Send II | This is whitewater kayaking!](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/we-are-send-ii-this-is-whitewater-kayaking/) - The best shots from our crew from the last few years of travelling the world and chasing rivers and waterfalls. Kayaking for us is the most incredible sport in the world and we hope this video captures some of the magic we feel when we are out on the river in our kayaks and going - [Arc'teryx Presents: Shaped By Wild](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/arcteryx-presents-shaped-by-wild/) - Spanning a distance of over 1200 kilometres, the diversity of landscape and culture distinguish British Columbia’s Coast Mountain Range from anywhere else on Earth. Through the eyes of individuals who have chosen to forge a life amongst mountains, forests, and ocean, the depth of the range is discovered. For those who choose to embrace its - [Mobility for Climbers: Follow Along with Shauna Coxsey](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/mobility-for-climbers-follow-along-with-shauna-coxsey/) - As my finger is broken and climbing is off the table for now, I thought it would be good to share a variation of my mobility routine that I use as a part of my weekly climbing routine. I cannot stress how important Mobility is to climbing efficiently and effectively on the wall and the - [Avalanche Safety and Risk Awareness](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/avalanche-safety-and-risk-awareness/) - Avalanche safety is paramount in the backcountry. Let mountain guide Rob Coppolillo teach you how to lower risks, raise awareness and make smarter decisions. This 57hours Adventure Talk focuses on what every backcountry skier needs to learn — avalanche safety, awareness and avoidance. One of the biggest dangers of skiing is avalanche terrain, and if - [Pioneers of Waterfall Ice Climbing](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/pioneers-of-waterfall-ice-climbing/) - This film tells the story of the development of the sport of waterfall ice climbing during the 1970s, 80s and 90s and celebrates the pioneers of this activity. The Canadian Rockies are endowed with three things that make for great waterfall ice climbing — big cliffs, lots of water and cold temperatures in winter. Consequently, - [The Winterkeeper: a lifetime spent protecting Yellowstone National Park](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/the-winterkeeper-a-lifetime-spent-protecting-yellowstone-national-park/) - Steven Fuller is a winter caretaker who has lived at Yellowstone national park for the past 50 years. As the cold weather approaches and the seasonal transformation begins, he hunkers down in his remote mountain cabin. But Fuller and Yellowstone face an uncertain future, with the climate crisis threatening to forever change one of North - [La Sportiva Presents: Same But Different](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/la-sportiva-presents-same-but-different/) - A climbing trip like any other, but different. La Sportiva athlete Paige Claassen heads to the South African Rocklands, family in tow, with her sights set on climbing 'Legacy' V14/5.14d. It's just like any other climbing trip, but different. - [Companion rescue after an avalanche](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/companion-rescue-after-an-avalanche/) - What do I do in an avalanche emergency? Searching for burial victims Ideally, you can identify and avoid terrain at risk of an avalanche from the start. If an avalanche accident nevertheless occurs, all participants must know exactly what to do and act quickly. It is essential to know the procedure and details of an - [Largest Study on Climbing Falls - Part 1](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/largest-study-on-climbing-falls-part-1/) - 2 Year Long Research on Rock Climbing Falls from Hard Is Easy. - [How to Use a Water Rescue Throw Bag](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/how-to-use-a-water-rescue-throw-bag/) - Chris Calhoun, lead water rescue instructor trainer for the PFBC, along with his daughter Jessica, provide an overview and tips on the use of a water rescue throw bag. He reviews the different style types, features/anatomy, throwing techniques, setup location considerations, how to receive the bag as a victim and the risks and hazards that - [A Grand Journey](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/a-grand-journey/) - In A Grand Journey film, we follow Jackson Hole native Kira Brazinski who was born with a rare birth defect and since her earliest memory has walked with a prosthetic leg. Nonetheless Kira is committed to attempting her lifelong dream of climbing the Grand Teton. A Grand Journey was picked up by Outside Magazine, received - [Avalanche types and their trigger mechanisms](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/avalanche-types-and-their-trigger-mechanisms/) - Avalanches are differentiated and defines by their mechanics and triggering mechanisms. The following three types of avalanche are significant for winter athletes: • Gliding avalanche • Loose snow avalanche • Slab avalanche Watch the video to find out how to differentiate between the various avalanche types and better understand their triggering mechanisms, so you can - [Attempting one of America's Hardest Crack Climbs - Stranger Than Fiction](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/attempting-one-of-americas-hardest-crack-climbs-stranger-than-fiction/) - Wide Boyz from the UK head to Utah for an ascent of Stranger Than Fiction described as being like Cobra Crack on top of a 13+/14- roof crack. - [CALL OF THE KARAKORAM](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/call-of-the-karakoram/) - James Price (@intothekarakoram) is one of a small group of climbers to practice solo climbing in the gigantic mountains of Pakistan 🇵🇰. Like an artist, he weaves his line on the high peaks, working with nature to find new routes and climb where no one has climbed before. In March 2020, amidst a global pandemic, - [Something is Changing](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/something-is-changing/) - “In the spring, the winter snow begins to melt and the water fills the valley full of life and colours.” Glacial fed from high up in the Pyrenees, the Río Ara is Spain’s last free-flowing river. And it’s drying up. Mikel Sarasola and Jan Larrue have reunited each spring in the Pyrenees, brought together by - [HAVE AN ADVENTURE | The North Face​](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/have-an-adventure-the-north-face/) - A human powered think piece that follows a collection of skiers as they explore familiar terrain in search of new adventure around Utah’s famous backcountry. Join The North Face Athlete John Collinson as he follows in his father’s tracks to turn new corners and explore the canyon, he grew up in. Along the way John - [Helmcken Falls Ice Climbing--On Natural Gear](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/helmcken-falls-ice-climbing-on-natural-gear/) - Helmcken Falls is famous for insane ice climbing, but could you do the same kind of climbs with out bolts? Will Gadd and his wife, Sarah Hueniken, AKA "The Voice of Reason" set out to find out. The Voice of Reason is not happy about it. - [Reflecting Forward - Kai Lightner](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/reflecting-forward-kai-lightner/) - The limitations that we set for ourselves often fall short of our true potential. How do we transcend limitations? How do we take these perceived ‘weaknesses’ and use them to achieve the things we want most in this world? Ask Kai Lightner. Since beginning his career, he’s worked to reach beyond preconceived notions of who - [International Whitewater Hall of Fame Class of 2023 Induction Video](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/international-whitewater-hall-of-fame-class-of-2023-induction-video/) - The 2023 Class of Honorees joins past inductees as part of whitewater paddling’s rich history. IWHoF is pleased to announce the following seven IWHoF Honorees. The 2023 International Whitewater Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony was hosted in Strasbourg, France on September 30th during the The Paddle Sports Show. - [Jötnar - Dani Arnold - Climbing among ice giants](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/jotnar-dani-arnold-climbing-among-ice-giants/) - Dani Arnold, a Swiss climber, is known for his breathtaking solo ascents on the great north faces. But when he's not setting speed records, he's traveling the globe in search of climbable ice. There is one country in particular that has fascinated him: Iceland. In February 2022, Dani Arnold together with Martin Echser and Davide - [FIRSTS | The North Face​](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/firsts-the-north-face/) - The most enchanting allure of trail running is embracing the unknown. “Face The North Face” means stepping out of your comfort zone and exploring new directions It's also the essence of conquering doubts and fears as runner Jiasheng Shen toes the line for his first 100-mile race. Discover his FIRSTS and delve into the beauty - [The North Face Presents: Earthside​](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/the-north-face-presents-earthside/) - In the spring of 2022, four athletes on The North Face team, Emily Harrington, Brette​ Harrington, Christina Lusti and Hilaree Nelson embarked on the trip of a lifetime. Their expedition to climb and ski epic first descents on Baffin Island, Canada became a celebration—of their​ accomplishments, of their friendship, and of their lives.​ In loving - [The Human Factor 2.0 - Avalanche Safety: Nate Wallace](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/human-factor-20-avalanche-safety-nate-wallace/) - Chamonix ski mountaineer Nate Wallace discloses his strategy on decision-making and the realities of those decision in the Alps. - [Adršpach](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/adrspach/) - Miška Izakovičová on living and climbing amongst 'a city of a thousand sandstone towers'. - [Advanced Paddling Skills: Kayaking 102](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/advanced-paddling-skills-kayaking-102/) - The long awaited follow up to our Kayak 101/Basic Kayak Technique videos. In this video we go over advanced concepts like edging, bracing, draw strokes, rudder strokes and most importantly how to blend them all together. We focus on body mechanics in the kayak and how shifting our weight and rotating causes the kayak to - [Arc'teryx Presents: Wet Lycra Nightmare](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/arcteryx-presents-wet-lycra-nightmare/) - When Jordan Cannon fell near the end of a 5.13 pitch on Wet Lycra Nightmare (5.13d), the steepest big wall in the Yosemite Valley, he didn’t give up. At least not on his climbing partner, Sam Stroh. Moving slowly upwards the duo gave it their all, and the sun-baked day ended with Stroh becoming the - [The Best is Yet to Come - Chuck Odette](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/the-best-is-yet-to-come-chuck-odette/) - The limitations that we set for ourselves often fall short of our true potential. How do we transcend limitations? How do we take these perceived ‘weaknesses’ and use them to achieve the things we want most in this world? Ask Chuck Odette. At the age of 66, Chuck Odette is a likely candidate for oldest - [EDELRID Knowledge Base - Harmful substances for ropes and slings](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/edelrid-knowledge-base-harmful-substances-for-ropes-and-slings/) - During storage, transport and use personal protective equipment (PPE) for fall arrest may come into contact with chemical substances. While being transported, for example, in a car PPE may come into close proximity with engine oil, spare batteries or AdBlue. When used in industrial climbing, contact with chemical substances is also an issue, for example - [Tragedy on the Water: Rachel’s Story](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/tragedy-on-the-water-rachels-story/) - On June 28, 2017, Rachel Terrazas and some of her friends took to the waters of the Stanislaus River for an afternoon of fun. The day ended in tragedy when Rachel lost her life in a terrible accident. Rachel’s mother, Diana talks about the day and the need to practice water safety at all times. - [Luminoso - The Search For Why | Central Mexico Climbing | adidas TERREX](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/luminoso-the-search-for-why-central-mexico-climbing-adidas-terrex/) - Mexico's El Potrero Chico is a climbing paradise. El Sendero Luminoso and its beautiful limestone pitches being prime examples. Artist, storyteller and passionate climber N.S. David finds herself tackling this Central Mexico climbing quest – while chasing an answer to her bigger question: why do we climb? Since learning to climb 15 years ago, she - [freeze//thaw: Ice Climbing in a Changing Climate](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/freeze-thaw-ice-climbing-in-a-changing-climate/) - Climbers are out there—we climb the highest peaks, roam deserts, and explore the woods for the most inspiring boulders. And the climbing community has been increasingly seeing anecdotal evidence of climate change impacting our climbing landscapes. But stories are one thing–scientific evidence, on the other hand, can be our topo for advocating for change. In - [River Hydrology 101 - Part 2 - How to 'read' whitewater rapids](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/river-hydrology-101-part-2-how-to-read-whitewater-rapids/) - 'Part 2' of River Hydrology delves further into how to read whitewater and includes video of river features and hazards. - [The North Face Presents: Steep Reflections](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/the-north-face-presents-steep-reflections/) - With a warming climate, there is growing concern for the future of snowsports in the Kosciuszko National Park. STEEP REFLECTIONS aims to change your perspective on the Australian backcountry, and create greater awareness around the importance of both mountain safety and our environmental footprint. Follow local guides and freeriders as they showcase the hidden beauty - [12-year-old climbs 5.14C - Bayes Wilder on General Litzenheimer](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/12-year-old-climbs-5-14c-bayes-wilder-on-general-litzenheimer/) - Bayes Wilder (12yr) crushing the rarely repeated General Litzenheimer 14C / 8C+ established by James Litz in Ten Sleep Wyoming. - [STEP BY STEP | The North Face](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/step-by-step-the-north-face/) - "Step by Step" is an inspiring film that delves into the extraordinary journey of Katie Schide, an exceptional trail runner who captured the world's attention. After her triumphant victory at the prestigious UTMB (Ultra-Trail du Mont-Blanc) in 2022, Katie sets her sights on the Western States Endurance Run in 2023. As she tackles this grueling - [K1 | Climbing one of the hardest mountains in the WORLD](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/k1-climbing-one-of-the-hardest-mountains-in-the-world/) - Masherbrum, although once called K1, is not the highest. It is hailed by locals as the Queen of the Mountains, perhaps because it is so inaccessible. While the world's highest summit of Mt. Everest has been reached countless times, only four expeditions have ever climbed the extremely dangerous peak of Masherbrum, the last in 1985. - [River Hydrology 101 - Part 1 - How to 'read' whitewater rapids](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/river-hydrology-101-part-1-how-to-read-whitewater-rapids/) - Here is a breakdown of the science behind moving water. This guide will help you gain a basic understanding of river terminology, how to read whitewater, and the features that exist within a river environment. - [STOKE](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/stoke/) - Top to bottom, the Upper and Lower Moriston features less than 2 km of whitewater. But when the Dundreggan dam is releasing, this Scottish classic turns on for lap after lap of stoke. Once you’ve warmed up on the Upper, get ready. The steeper, more committing Lower delivers back-to-back waterfalls stacked into tight basalt gorges. - [MY WILD | Adaptive Adventures helps veterans rediscover the joy of getting outside in Puerto Rico](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/my-wild-adaptive-adventures-helps-veterans-rediscover-the-joy-of-getting-outside-in-puerto-rico/) - Adaptive Adventures is a grantee partner of the REI Cooperative Action Fund, with a mission to create a more equitable outdoors for everyone. The organization has worked since 1999 to make recreation accessible for everyone. The group’s mission and participants are the subject of REI Co-op Studios film MY WILD, which follows Army and Marine - [Connor Herson: Running it Out on Air Swedin (5.13 R)](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/connor-herson-running-it-out-on-air-swedin-5-13-r/) - Connor Herson closed the dog-eared Indian Creek guidebook he was reading from and gazed across the campfire with a grin. It was his first trip to Indian Creek—the mecca of single-pitch splitter cracks. At a mere 19 years of age, Connor had already amassed a lifetime ticklist of hard trad climbs, from a free ascent - [This Is How You Swim Rapids — Whitewater 101](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/this-is-how-you-swim-rapids-whitewater-101/) - How to swim in whitewater and swiftwater - [Shining Mountains | The North Face](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/shining-mountains-the-north-face/) - Montana’s Glacier National Park has over two dozen named glaciers—but only two are easily visible to the park’s millions of visitors. A team including athletes Mike Foote and Jenn Lichter set out to tell the story of the glaciers beyond public gaze and document their fragile health. What they found was equal parts urgent and - [Arc'teryx UK Presents: Mama and Me](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/arcteryx-uk-presents-mama-and-me/) - What do motherhood and climbing have in common? Challenges you can’t predict and joy you wouldn’t trade for anything. Join Arc’teryx athlete Mina Leslie-Wujastyk as she shares the ups and downs of climbing and raising a family. - [The North Face Presents: Walking Two Worlds](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/the-north-face-presents-walking-two-worlds/) - Fueled by an unwavering love and responsibility for the land, Hän Gwich’in 20-year-old Quannah Chasinghorse, and her mother Jody Potts-Joseph, are taking a stand to defend their sacred homelands, including the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge. Learn more and share your voice to help protect America’s Arctic by visiting Alaska Wilderness League’s action page here: https://secure.alaskawild.org/a/americasarctictnf - [Rafting the most polluted river in Australia](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/rafting-the-most-polluted-river-in-australia/) - Deep within a midlife adventure crisis, I find myself in Tasmania, about to descend a sickly orange, biologically dead river the locals call pumpkin soup. Seeking out places that aren't always the prettiest, wildest or biggest, the Queen River, after 100 years of runoff from a mine, is considered the most polluted river in Australia. - [EJ's Techniques for Teaching the Whitewater Kayak Roll](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/ejs-techniques-for-teaching-the-whitewater-kayak-roll/) - Confidence on the water comes from knowing how to roll. Eric Jackson, one of the best-known paddler's in the country, provides a learning experience for people to develop a solid kayak roll. - [The Fight to Save America's Last Wilderness](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/the-fight-to-save-americas-last-wilderness/) - The story of one of the most stunning and untouched stretches of wilderness in the United States- Washington's North Cascades. - [Peakbagger Series: Hiking Mokelumne Peak](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/peakbagger-series-hiking-mokelumne-peak/) - Join three day-hikers as they hike over 22 miles for 17 hours on snowshoes to try and bag 9,334-foot Mokelumne Peak on the Eldorado National Forest in May 2023. Know Before You Go Links: peakbagger.com summitpost.org ohv.parks.ca.gov forecast.weather.gov mountain-forecast.com quickmap.dot.ca.gov - [They Changed Climbing Forever - Moving over Stone by Doug Robinson](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/they-changed-climbing-forever-moving-over-stone-by-doug-robinson/) - Doug Robinson made one of the first climbing films of all time - Moving Over Stone. It's an amazing part of history and it's fun to hear his thoughts after the film. - [The North Face presents: Nina Williams "RIDING THE WAVE" - CHINA BEACH 5.14B/8C](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/the-north-face-presents-nina-williams-riding-the-wave-china-beach-5-14b-8c/) - China Beach is one of those unique routes that possess character; ask any of its ascenders and they'll probably tell you how memorable and meaningful it was for them to climb it. Nina Wiliams had her eyes set on it since she was a child. As a New Englander, she found herself staring at China - [El Gavilán - Bronwyn Hodgins resurrecting a forgotten wall in Mexico](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/el-gavilan-bronwyn-hodgins-resurrecting-a-forgotten-wall-in-mexico/) - Rising out of the arid Mexican Desert lies a 900ft ship's prow of elegant limestone, sporting a 9-pitch 5.13 established in the 90s by Jeff Jackson. A cutting-edge Big Wall free climb at the time, this climb shut down hard men for years. Shrouded in mysticism, the bolts rusted and the holds collected dust, until - [La Sportiva Presents: MONUMENT](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/la-sportiva-presents-monument/) - While hiking up to the cliffs at White Bluff Provincial Park, it’s hard to miss the monumental crack that splits the cliff from bottom to top. The route has inspired climbers since the 1980s, and finally Peter Croft, the legendary climbing icon, made the first free ascent with impeccable style in 1987. Since then, the - [The Noire - Climbing in the Shadow of Mont Blanc](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/the-noire-climbing-in-the-shadow-of-mont-blanc/) - Light and dark, adventure and exploration, friendship and cold … On February 12th and 13th 2023 François Cazzanelli, Emrik Favre and Stefano “Teto” Stradelli opened “Couloir Isaïe” (M8 – 7a/7a+ - AI5, 600m), a new route on the west face of the Aiguille Noire du Peuterey, in the Mont Blanc Range. - [Climbing has a problem! Real talk with Prof. Dr. med. Volker Schöffl](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/climbing-has-a-problem-real-talk-with-prof-dr-med-volker-schoffl/) - Alexander Megos sits down with Dr. Volker Schöffl, a respected figure in the climbing and medical communities. In this candid and thought-provoking interview titled 'Climbing Has a Problem! Real Talk with Volker Schöffl,' Megos delves deep into the critical issue of eating disorders and their impact on athletes in the climbing world. Dr. Schöffl, an - [How to Roll Your Kayak - Pro Advice on Rolling](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/how-to-roll-your-kayak-pro-advice-on-rolling/) - With nearly 30 years of experience teaching people how to roll and over a decade of teaching experience in varied environments, I decided it was finally time to put my instructional experience to use in this video. This is not all inclusive, but this is a solid start for learning how to roll your kayak - [THE WALLS WE FACE | The North Face](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/the-walls-we-face-the-north-face/) - Siebe Vanhee is used to achieving his goals. He graduated in the Social Work field, but followed his passion and became a professional big wall climber. As an athlete he mastered the art of balance, but he felt his own life was missing it; he wanted to give something back. This search led Siebe to - [FINDING OUR WILD | Father and son embark on a long overdue camping trip](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/finding-our-wild-father-and-son-embark-on-a-long-overdue-camping-trip/) - In the latest REI Co-op Studios short documentary film "Finding Our Wild," co-directed by Sid Gopinath and Aditya Joshi, Sid and his father embark on a weeklong camping trip to explore Yellowstone, Grand Teton and Rocky Mountain National Parks. Along the way, they talk about Prabha’s immigration experience, how memories are made (and forgotten) over - [The Kayak Roll Film 1 of 3](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/the-kayak-roll-film-1-of-3/) - This educational video is the first of three on how to roll your kayak. - [Arc'teryx Presents: Yours Truly](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/arcteryx-presents-yours-truly/) - Yours Truly is a visual love letter to winter, penned by pro skier Cole Richardson. Filmed in the heart of BC backcountry, this short film captures the hunt for powder, pillows, and lines through the lens of Cole’s signature creativity and style. - [Lead Belaying - Slack Management, Efficient Taking & More](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/lead-belaying-slack-management-efficient-taking-more/) - Complete Guide to Lead Belaying From basics to nerdy tips & tricks. Prerequisites for Beginners: Belay Devices & Usage: • Complete Guide into Belay Devices - D... Top Rope & Intro to Belaying: • How to Belay - Top Rope | Ep.10 Extra: GriGri: • The Physics of GriGri | When does No-... Other Belay Devices: • When Assistance Fails!? The Physics A... Tunnel Sliding Belay Method: • Can Tunnel-Up belay method Fail? Test... - [Margo Hayes Found Herself In Rifle • Home Crag Ep. 2](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/margo-hayes-found-herself-in-rifle-home-crag-ep-2/) - To watch Margo move on rock is to witness poetry in motion. She seems to link difficult sequences together with minimal effort, making improbable body positions look routine. Margo credits this skill to her Home Crag: Rifle. “It’s this four-dimensional kind of climbing,” Margo says, “...you’re always using your entire body. It’s not just pulling, - [Simon Messner - The Alpine Life: Ep 3 - Being Solo](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/simon-messner-the-alpine-life-ep-3-being-solo/) - Alpinist Simon Messner explores solo alpine climbing. - [WILD](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/wild/) - In the “longest, loveliest, loneliest” glen in Scotland, the River Lyon flows beneath snowcapped Munros, nurturing a wilderness rich in history and beauty and forming an icy harmony of water and rock. The wild. A place subject only to the elements and the harsh laws of nature. We head into the unknown driven by the - [The Road to Century Crack](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/the-road-to-century-crack/) - A documentary video of a climber who loves wide cracks who trained for four years with the goal of climbing the world's most difficult wide crack "Century Crack 5.14b" in Canyonlands National Park, Utah, USA. The beginning of the video begins in mid-October 2022, with a scene looking for Century Crack.This was the first time - [Climbing The World's Most Famous Mountains](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/climbing-the-worlds-most-famous-mountains/) - Join Jon Glassberg and Jorg Verhoeven as they tour through the Austrian, Swiss, Italian, and French Alps in search of adventure, choss, and mountain feels among some of the most famous and climbed mountains in the world. Summits and Routes: Marmolada - "Tempe Moderni" (6C) - The Dolomites, Italy Fußstein (3380m) and Olperer (3476m) - - [Rab Presents: Picaflor | Chasing a 1000m Big Wall Free Climb in Chile](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/rab-presents-picaflor-chasing-a-1000m-big-wall-free-climb-in-chile/) - "I’m tied in at the base of pitch 20 ready for 35 meters of battle. I close my eyes, take a few deep breaths, and try to stifle the ever-present pain in my toes. It’s been a long two months of trying this route. Over 2,000 feet of granite sweeps away to the jungle below - [Madre Mar | Patagonia Films](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/madre-mar-patagonia-films/) - The local people have worked the waters of the Sado Estuary Natural Reserve in Portugal for hundreds of years, coexisting with the dolphins, fish and shellfish, supported by the region’s rich seagrass meadows. The practice of bottom trawling, which bulldozes the ocean floor, has wiped out nearly one-third of the world's seagrass meadows. Raquel Gaspar, - [Berghaus Presents The Ascension Series - Episode 3 - Hamish Frost](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/berghaus-presents-the-ascension-series-episode-3-hamish-frost/) - Episode 3 of Berghaus’ ongoing Ascension Series featuring Hamish Frost – one of Europe’s most talented mountain and climbing photographers. This deeply personal film celebrates diversity and inclusivity in the great outdoors, offering an intimate and deeply personal account of Hamish’s journey as a gay man living in Scotland. Encompassing his childhood and studies at - [Fantasy Falls](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/fantasy-falls/) - Nouria Newman, one of the greatest kayakers in the world shows us how it's done. Section: Fantasy Falls River: North Fork of Mokelumne river in California - [Kohina](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/kohina/) - ”Kohina” (‘noise’) follows MHW Team athlete Anna Laitinen as she finds the quiet focus required for climbing the famously fear-inducing, wet and mossy rocks of Finland. Travel with Anna around her home country and beyond, as she makes her historic climb of “Escalamasters,” in Spain, where she became the first Finnish woman to climb 9a. - [Enchainment (2022) Climbing all NZ's 3000m peaks in one continuous push](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/enchainment-2022-climbing-all-nzs-3000m-peaks-in-one-continuous-push/) - Inspired by the human-powered enchainments achieved in Europe, in early summer 2021, Alastair McDowell & Hamish Fleming set out on a quest to enchain New Zealand’s 24 highest mountains above 3000 metres in a continuous 31-day push. This would be a transalpine journey, from west coast jungle to high-alpine summits, traversing some of New Zealand’s - [Paddle Tribal Waters](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/paddle-tribal-waters/) - In July of 2022, Maqlaqs Paddle Club with the support of Ríos to Rivers, World Class Kayak Academy, and Otter Bar Kayak School conducted a two-and-a-half-week kayak and river advocacy training program for 15 indigenous youth from the Klamath Basin. Paddle Tribal Waters is a program of Maqlaqs Paddle and Ríos to Rivers and is - [For the Love of the Sea | Patagonia Films](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/for-the-love-of-the-sea-patagonia-films/) - In Patagonia Films’ For the Love of the Sea, a family pioneers a movement to revive the Welsh coastline and a fishing industry that locals have depended on for decades. The documentary short follows Câr y Môr, the first community-owned regenerative ocean farm in Wales. Cultivating versatile crops like seaweed with zero-input techniques, the Haines - [Sharing a Backyard Adventure on Lake Tarawera](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/sharing-a-backyard-adventure-on-lake-tarawera/) - There’s something special about getting to show off your back garden to friends from out of town, especially when that “back garden” is the Rotorua Lakes Wilderness on the North Island of New Zealand. Of the 18 lakes surrounding Rotorua, Lake Tarawera is the largest by volume, if not in mileage, and a tour of - [Taking Coils for Alpine Climbing - a Deeeep Dive// DAVE SEARLE](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/taking-coils-for-alpine-climbing-a-deeeep-dive-dave-searle/) - In this video we take a look at nearly every system that is accepted to use to shorten the rope for alpine climbing or mountaineering. It's a super in-depth video so make yourself a cuppa and get stuck in. There are almost certainly other systems out there for shortening the rope, but these are the - [Rolling a sea kayak - Overview of the roll](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/rolling-a-sea-kayak-overview-of-the-roll/) - This lesson is a sample lesson from our comprehensive rolling a sea kayak course. With lessons on developing confidence, how to learn the roll, developing a reliable roll and rough water rolling. To access the whole course and all of the other Online Sea Kayaking Courses visit www.onlineseakayaking.com - [REI Co-op: Outside in 5 - Anacostia Park, Washington, D.C.](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/rei-co-op-outside-in-5-anacostia-park-washington-d-c/) - Over 100 million of us don’t have outdoor spaces close to where we live. So, REI Co-op is partnering with community-led organizations like the Friends of Anacostia Park to help get more people Outside in 5 minutes or less. - [Paddle Tribal Waters: Deschutes River](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/paddle-tribal-waters-deschutes-river/) - In preparation for the Klamath descent in 2024, the Paddle Tribal Waters program traveled to the land of the Warm Springs and spent three days on the Deschutes River building skills and confidence and lighting the fire for something bigger. “The Warm Springs people, they deal with a lot of the same issues that we - [Connection](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/connection/) - “I think my relationship with my mom is everything, really… She’s my friend, she’s my mentor, my aspiration. Yeah, she’s awesome.” — Emma Relationships between mothers and daughters aren’t always easy. But for Emma and Marie Corry, kayaking together has laid a foundation that lets them see and respect each other as individual women, nourishing - [Behind the bolts featuring Ivan Muscat - Petzl](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/behind-the-bolts-featuring-ivan-muscat-petzl/) - Ivan Muscat is definitely not a climber like the others. Besides, he is not a rope access technician like the others either! These two facets of his daily life are intimately linked, as much by the passion for verticality as by the practices and techniques that Ivan implements when he evolves on ropes. Because beyond - [Senders EP02 | Telemark waterfall kayaking](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/senders-ep02-telemark-waterfall-kayaking/) - I've been working hard on my filming and editing and story telling for the past year. Figured out licensing some music that I actually listen to, instead of finding generic copyright free stuff and feel like I can finally start to make the edits that I want to make. I really hope you like this - [Corazón Salado: A Journey to Protect the Kawésqar’s Ancestral Waters | Patagonia Films](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/corazon-salado-a-journey-to-protect-the-kawesqars-ancestral-waters-patagonia-films/) - Corazón Salado by Patagonia Films, Patagonia Global Sport Activist Ramón Navarro joins with the Kawésqar—a traditionally nomadic Indigenous community who had their practices stripped from them during the colonization of Chilean Patagonia—in a fight for their homeland and ancestral waters. The salmon industry is creeping deeper and deeper into the region, polluting and destroying its - [THE RIGHT TO JOY | Cougar attack survivor overcomes hate by promoting trans-inclusive cycling](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/the-right-to-joy-cougar-attack-survivor-overcomes-hate-by-promoting-trans-inclusive-cycling/) - As a trans-masculine cyclist and policy scholar, Izzy Sederbaum was searching for community and acceptance within the sport. After surviving a rare cougar attack on a ride outside of Seattle in early 2018, Izzy was hospitalized with severe facial trauma while hateful anti-trans rhetoric filled comment sections of news articles that he had little to - [Youth Salmon Protectors Take on Deadbeat Dams](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/youth-salmon-protectors-take-on-deadbeat-dams/) - Witness the Youth Salmon Protectors of Idaho as they work tirelessly to restore and preserve the region's wild salmon and steelhead populations. These highly motivated teenagers are shaping the future of salmon and steelhead conservation through their commitment to climate and tribal justice, fighting against the looming threat of extinction. take on the challenge of - [Arc'teryx Presents: ISA](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/arcteryx-presents-isa/) - For alpinist Isabelle Santoire, the theft of her personal belongings at the end of a two-month journey across the Alps became the pivotal start of a whole new life. Witness her story of courage, endurance, and dedication as she follows her passion for the mountains and goes against the odds to become France’s twelfth female - [Zofia Reych on Bouldering, Life and Neurodivergence | Patagonia](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/zofia-reych-on-bouldering-life-and-neurodivergence-patagonia/) - Zofia Reych is the founder of the Women's Bouldering Festival in Fontainebleau and author of Born to Climb: From Rock Climbing Pioneers to Olympic Athletes. Climbing is a driving force in their life—but for a long time, it also seemed to be a destructive one. After receiving diagnoses for Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and Attention - [Black Diamond Presents: Bravo—Fostering Connection Through Climbing with Xavier Bravo](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/black-diamond-presents-bravo-fostering-connection-through-climbing-with-xavier-bravo/) - Xavier Bravo dreams of bringing climbing to his Latine community, and with Escaladores Unidos, he’s creating a movement. - [The Coast Mountain Chronicles: The Klinaklini](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/the-coast-mountain-chronicles-the-klinaklini/) - “Rarely do you see things of this volume drop this much, let alone in a gorged-in canyon in the middle of BC.” — Erik Boomer The Klinaklini River, a 125-mile ribbon of whitewater found amongst the rugged mountains of British Columbia’s central coast, has fascinated paddlers for decades. While the upper section is commercially rafted - [Scratched. When your Tour Divide doesn't go as planned](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/scratched-when-your-tour-divide-doesnt-go-as-planned/) - Julie Labrecque was the first pink dot to scratch on Tour Divide 2023. She took the Grand Depart with a L5 S1 herniated disk but thought "it would be just fine". She inflamed her injury on the very first day of the Divide but things got really bad on the second day as she was - [Kayak Bracing Strokes- Ej's Rolling and Bracing](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/kayak-bracing-strokes-ejs-rolling-and-bracing/) - The brace makes rolling less frequent. A great brace makes it almost go away if you are not playing a lot or running really big whitewater. Here are the basics, run in fast pace. Lots of nuances not discussed, but this will get you going! - [What you need to know to stay safe from ticks and Lyme disease this summer](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/what-you-need-to-know-to-stay-safe-from-ticks-and-lyme-disease-this-summer/) - According to the Centers for Disease Control, as many as 476,000 people in the U.S. contract Lyme disease every year. Climate change and human encroachment into wilderness areas means ticks and the disease-causing bacteria they carry are becoming more common. Dr. Linden Hu, an immunology professor and co-director of the Lyme Disease Initiative at Tufts - [MALLORCAN RHAPSODY](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/mallorcan-rhapsody/) - Follow Kris Sharma on a Psicobloc/ Kayak adventure in Mallorca Summer 2022. As good as it gets!! - [The Custodians | Patagonia Films](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/the-custodians-patagonia-films/) - Over the last 40 years, commercial overfishing and bottom trawling have turned Scotland’s once-thriving west coast waters into sparse, lifeless deserts. Patagonia Films’ The Custodians follows the work of four locals from the West Coast of Scotland are reclaiming their natural coastlines. They’re restoring wildlife, creating sustainable industries and showing us how we can work - [How Not To...](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/how-not-to/) - Something many, if not all, climbers and alpinists dream of is to establish their own route. To venture into the unknown. To be the first one to have had the vision for a new line. Such an ambition is inevitably driven by something inherent and unique to each individual. Fay Manners and Freja Shannon, both - [End to an End | Running to save the Great Forest - Episode 3](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/end-to-an-end-running-to-save-the-great-forest-episode-3/) - Ultra-runner, Majell Backhausen runs 273km, from Wandong to Mt. Baw Baw, crossing through the lands of the Taungurung, Wurundjeri and GunnaiKurnai people. Through his eyes, we experience the rare beauty of the Victorian Central Highlands in Australia and meet the determined individuals and organisations working tirelessly to protect these lands for the benefit of us - [The Physics of GriGri | When does No-Hands Belay Fail?](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/the-physics-of-grigri-when-does-no-hands-belay-fail/) - Ben from Hard Is Easy goes into details about the physics of how a GriGri works and demonstrates a GriGri slipping in No-Hands Belay. - [Light Beams For Helena](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/light-beams-for-helena/) - [The following film discusses subjects related to suicide that may be difficult for some viewers.]“We’re very good at setting these boundaries for what we believe we can do in life. And freediving allows you, very gently, to nudge those…" —Helena Bourdillon. For some, the silence that accompanies being underwater is deafening, the pressure that builds - [Michaela Kiersch, “La Rambla” - 5.15a](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/michaela-kiersch-la-rambla-5-15a/) - In January 2023, Dr. Michaela Kiersch sent ‘La Rambla’ (5.15a), making her the 3rd woman to send the route, and the 7th woman to climb 5.15. ‘La Rambla’ is one of the best — and oldest — 5.15’s in the world. Established in 2003, La Rambla is a benchmark for international sport climbing. Since her - [At the River and on the Water | Basic Whitewater Safety](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/river-and-water-basic-whitewater-safety/) - In this continuation of 'Basic Whitewater Safety Part 1' we discuss group dynamics, eddies, hand signals, setting safety on the river banks, different basic rescue techniques, and the use of throw ropes. Please share this video with those new to whitewater and visit Whitewatersafety.org for more videos. - [Outdoor Research Films: Confluence](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/outdoor-research-films-confluence/) - Last winter was a weird one out West. A strong start followed by a prolonged lull left many skiers rushing to finish their parts before the snow faucet shut off for the season. Luckily, Mother Nature had a late season change of heart and delivered the goods in March and April, leading to some of - [Connor Herson: Traditional at Heart](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/connor-herson-traditional-at-heart/) - Born into a family of climbers, La Sportiva Athlete Connor Herson pushes the limits on what's possible on the rock. Boulder, sport climbing, and big wall trad climbing in Yosemite are all on the table for Connor. - [Role Reversal: A Climbing Short Film | ft. Tim & Emily Harrington](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/role-reversal-a-climbing-short-film-ft-tim-emily-harrington/) - Emily Harrington travels to Spain with her dad, Tim, to mentor him while he attempts to tick his first 5.12 at age 60. Tim and Emily learn from each other and relive the glory days in this heartfelt, family-climbing epic. (Filmed in 2016) - [The Hardest Sport Climb In America: Seb Bouin Climbs Suprême Jumbo Love](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/the-hardest-sport-climb-in-america-seb-bouin-climbs-supreme-jumbo-love/) - In the fall of 2022, Black Diamond athlete Seb Bouin made a pilgrimage to the mythical Clark Mountain to pay homage to Jumbo Love—a route he’d dreamed of for years. But sending the iconic Chris Sharma testpiece (and the world’s first 5.15b) was only the beginning of his journey. Take a trip into the heart - [LOVE | A Film about Motherhood, Strength, and Climbing](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/love-a-film-about-motherhood-strength-and-climbing/) - After a miscarriage and a historic ascent of the famous sport climb Dreamcatcher, Paige Claassen follows her own path as a professional athlete training through pregnancy, finding new meaning in strength and identity through the early days of motherhood. Bios: Tara Kerzhner is an award winning photographer, cinematographer, and accomplished rock climber. Born and raised - [Grassroots: Community-Driven Route Development](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/grassroots-community-driven-route-development/) - AAC member Kristina Chyn, says “Anyone I climb with can teach me something”–and she carries that same attitude into her route developing near Austin, Texas. In this episode of our Grassroots series, we explore the present and future of route developing and mentorship in our Austin chapter. Share the stoke and dive into this new - [Darkest Before Dawn | A Dawn Wall Story](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/darkest-before-dawn-a-dawn-wall-story/) - Peek into the world of Belgian climber Siebe Vanhee’s authentic, raw process of his first season climbing on Yosemite’s hardest big wall. The infamous Dawn Wall proves to be a challenge in more ways than one. “Darkest before Dawn” combines genuine storytelling with a cinematic approach bringing together a story beyond just the climbing. The - [Coast Mountain Chronicles: The Bishop River Part II](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/coast-mountain-chronicles-the-bishop-river-part-ii/) - “I guess we're done with the easy part now, and it's time to pick up where we left off last time.” — Chris Korbulic No roads lead into the Bishop River. Once the float plane drops you off, it's just you and the melt water surrounding Bishop Glacier. You're alone, deep in the remote wilderness - [Hope.](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/hope/) - Anna Hazelnut and Tom Randall (of Wide Boyz) climb Prinzip Hoffnung, a classic climb in Europe that brings crack climbing and slab climbing together. - [Coast Mountain Chronicles: Kowatua Creek](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/coast-mountain-chronicles-kowatua-creek/) - Located deep in the largest roadless watershed on the Pacific Coast and coursing through a landscape studded with glaciers, azure lakes, and 800-year-old trees lies pristine whitewater. Often overshadowed by the Stikine and Alsek rivers, the expansive Taku watershed holds the promise of tight boxed-in canyons and a max gradient of 450 feet per mile, - [Danny MacAskill’s Postcard from San Francisco](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/danny-macaskills-postcard-san-francisco/) - The iconic street trials and mountain bike rider Danny MacAskill, is back with a jaw-dropping edit from the Golden City, San Francisco. - [Arc'teryx Presents: Sea to Sky Trail Series - Progression](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/arcteryx-presents-sea-to-sky-trail-series-progression/) - One step at a time, the trail-running community is constantly moving upward. In recent years progression has vaulted forward, with runners blending inspiration from the world of alpinism, rock climbing, and running and tackling technical terrain in a way we’ve never seen. Follow along as Emma Cook-Clarke and Jesse McAuley dig deep on the west - [THIS is Patagonia | Hard First Ascents in Unforgiving Mountains](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/this-is-patagonia-hard-first-ascents-in-unforgiving-mountains/) - Pete Whittaker and Sean Villanueva O'Driscoll look to make full free ascents of routes in the Fitz and Torre massif in Patagonia. - [KT Tunstall - Century Trail](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/kt-tunstall-century-trail/) - Century Trail reflects the incredible beauty KT Tunstall experienced at Kodiak National Wildlife Refuge this past October. At more than 11 miles long, Karluk Lake is Kodiak Island’s largest lake and is home to abundant salmon runs, legendary Kodiak brown bears, and rich cultural history. Camp Island is the site of a former fish research - [Bergtagen - Said Belhaj](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/bergtagen-said-belhaj/) - Bergtagen – A film about rock climbing paradise Bohuslän on the Swedish west coast with Said Belhaj. Bohuslän has long been famous for its first-class traditional climbing and bouldering, but the last few years world class sport climbing has also been developed in the area. Climber Said Belhaj has led a nomadic lifestyle for over - [Black Diamond Presents: Focus—A Bishop Highball Project with Timmy Kang](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/black-diamond-presents-focus-a-bishop-highball-project-with-timmy-kang/) - When Timmy Kang first saw a highball boulder in Bishop, California, he immediately wanted to boot up and try the line—a rare reaction to say the least. His coach kept him from the dangerous heights that day, but it wasn’t long before he began testing himself on the area’s giant blocks. Over the years, Timmy - [Coast Mountain Chronicles: The Bishop River Part I](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/coast-mountain-chronicles-the-bishop-river-part-i/) - “So here we are on day nine of a planned seven-day trip. We're clearly out of food. I don't have a sleeping bag. I'm really tired, really cold. It's time to get out and on back to civilization.”— Eric Parker Deep in the Pacific Ranges of British Columbia’s Coast Mountains, the Bishop River flows west, - [WHITE HORIZON | The North Face](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/white-horizon-the-north-face/) - When she was younger, Fernanda Maciel was asked what her dream was. She replied that it was to travel the world and explore, but even she couldn’t have imagined this… Mount Vinson is Antarctica’s highest peak. At 4,892m, it takes most people between four and six days to complete the journey to and from the - [End to an End | Running to save the Great Forest - Episode 2](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/end-to-an-end-running-to-save-the-great-forest-episode-2/) - Ultra-runner, Majell Backhausen runs 273km, from Wandong to Mt. Baw Baw, crossing through the lands of the Taungurung, Wurundjeri and GunnaiKurnai people. Through his eyes, we experience the rare beauty of the Victorian Central Highlands in Australia and meet the determined individuals and organisations working tirelessly to protect these lands for the benefit of us - [The Ascension Series - Episode 2 - Morag Skelton](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/the-ascension-series-episode-2-morag-skelton/) - Morag Skelton believes that nothing should come between anyone and getting out there in nature. As a deaf climber constantly pushing the limits of possible, she lives that belief. The Ascension Series explores stories of people pushing through barriers to define themselves in the great outdoors. Part two features Morag Skelton who doesn’t let being - [Solo bikepacking around the world | MIND MAPPING pt1 | presented by HUNT](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/solo-bikepacking-around-world-mind-mapping-pt1-presented-hunt/) - Boru presses pause on his day to day life in order to fulfil his desire to explore new landscapes and cultures by bike. But most importantly to continue processing a past depression that dominated his life for many years. He is doing this to raise money and awareness for Mental Health through MIND (https://www.mind.org.uk). - [Chumash Powered | The craft of building Chumash canoes](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/chumash-powered-the-craft-of-building-chumash-canoes/) - The Chumash have been a maritime culture for thousands of years, their territory stretching from Malibu to Point Conception and westward to the sandstone cliffs of the Channel Islands, twenty miles off the coast of California. To navigate the treacherous currents of the channel for fishing and trading, they built the strong plank canoe tomols for which - [Career Changing Injury To HISTORIC 9a In A Year | Claudia Ghisolfi's Story](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/career-changing-injury-to-historic-9a-in-a-year-claudia-ghisolfis-story/) - After injuring her shoulder in the world cup in Villars in 2021, Claudia Ghisolfi had many reason to doubt whether she would be able to make the comeback to climb harder than she had before, but through determination and desire she managed what for her had previously seemed unthinkable, the 9th Grade...TCT - [Five Horses Deep: A hoof-and-human-powered ski film from Aotearoa New Zealand](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/five-horses-deep-hoof-and-human-powered-ski-film-aotearoa-new-zealand/) - Seeking a different way to explore their homeland, a group of Kiwi freeskiers loads up five horses and heads deep into the Aotearoa, New Zealand backcountry, balancing their curiosity for what’s over the next ridge with the hard work it takes to get there. An excerpt of Terra Incognita - full film coming fall 2023 - [Letting Go of the Grade](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/letting-go-of-the-grade/) - LETTING GO OF THE GRADE is a film about climbers, not the climbing, following four women as they make their way up Las Agujas (The Spires) of El Potrero Chico. Directed by Jules Jimreivat and Lizzy VanPatten - [Margo Hayes Found Herself In Rifle • Home Crag Ep. 2](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/margo-hayes-found-herself-rifle-home-crag-ep-2/) - To watch Margo move on rock is to witness poetry in motion. She seems to link difficult sequences together with minimal effort, making improbable body positions look routine. Margo credits this skill to her Home Crag: Rifle. “It’s this four-dimensional kind of climbing,” Margo says, “...you’re always using your entire body. It’s not just pulling, - [What happens to your body at the top of Mount Everest - Andrew Lovering](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/what-happens-your-body-top-mount-everest-andrew-lovering/) - Explore what happens in your body when you don’t acclimate to higher altitudes and the dangers of altitude sickness. -- If you teleported from sea level to the top of Mount Everest, things would go bad fast. At an altitude of 8,848 meters, you would likely suffocate in minutes. However, for people that make this - [Danny MacAskill’s Postcard from San Francisco](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/danny-macaskills-postcard-san-francisco-0/) - The iconic street trials and mountain bike rider Danny MacAskill, is back with a jaw-dropping edit from the Golden City, San Francisco. - [GRIT | Running across Iceland from north to south](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/grit-running-across-iceland-from-north-to-south/) - In the summer of 2022, three amateur trail runners set out to run across Iceland. Spanning 340 kilometers across barren landscapes, lava fields, rivers, and rhyolite ‘rainbow’ mountains, the famed north-to-south traverse from Akureyri to Vik demands several weeks for advanced hikers. Scotswoman Julie Hewison, Frenchwoman Marie Gamen and American Carol Passarelli plan to cover - [Didi - The North Face](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/didi-north-face/) - didi दिदि woman, big sister Not all mountains are created equal. But those who live, work and play in them are. Home to the world’s highest peaks, Nepal is at the forefront of mountaineering but in other ways it lags behind. Women are still subject to archaic traditions including forced marriage, and few make it - [Black Diamond Presents: La Rambla with Chae-hyun Seo](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/black-diamond-presents-la-rambla-chae-hyun-seo/) - Black Diamond ambassador Chaehyun Seo was born into the climbing life. Her parents own a climbing gym in Seoul, and by age 14, the South Korean phenom was already sending 9a. Now at age 19, Chaehyun has established herself as one of the top competitors on the World Cup circuit, winning the overall lead gold - [Big Water Technique - How to Paddle High Volume Rivers](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/big-water-technique-how-paddle-high-volume-rivers-0/) - Despite the common misconception, Big Water doesn't actually mean difficult water. It doesn't directly mean hard rapids. Big water refers to the high volume whitewater found on high volume rivers. Big Water kayaking accentuates the features, challenges and needed skills you would find on everyday rivers and creeks, along with a few new ones. - [We Are the Water](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/we-are-water/) - Photographer Dani Kahn Da Silva captures three generations of women as they fight against the Trans Mountain Pipeline expansion that threatens the Salish Sea, the resident orcas and the livelihoods of the Coast Salish people. - [The Bottom Line | A Northwest Avalanche Center Short Film](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/bottom-line-northwest-avalanche-center-short-film/) - The importance of avalanche forecasting is highlighted by a series of recent tragic deaths in the backcountry. This is to the people dedicated to gathering information to keep other's safe. The Bottom Line is NWAC's first short film. Telling the story of what it is like to create an avalanche forecast. Director: Nick Meilleur - [Whitewater Kayaking Skills Series: How to do a Bow Draw Pt 2 Whitewater](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/whitewater-kayaking-skills-series-how-do-bow-draw-pt-2-whitewater/) - In this video we go over a step by step progression on how to do a version of the Bow Draw in moving water. This version is a version of the bow draw that we use to get people started and it is an amazing platform for many other bow draw variations. - [Hill to Crag: An AAC Policy Initiative](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/hill-crag-aac-policy-initiative/) - At the AAC, we're shifting the paradigm of standard advocacy meetings. Rather than visit Capitol Hill offices or state capitols, AAC's Hill to Crag series brings lawmakers to our office—the great outdoors. Through these experiences, we are building authentic relationships with lawmakers—ultimately generating creative solutions to protect public lands for climbers. This film captures the - [Ascend | Forced to flee the Taliban, Afghan women find a home in climbing](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/ascend-forced-to-flee-the-taliban-afghan-women-find-a-home-in-climbing/) - Mina Bakhshi, Haniya Tavasoli and Rabia Hussain had a fair amount of latitude for women in Afghanistan, able to pursue their education, go to work, and explore hobbies and interests. Joining Ascend, a nonprofit organization teaching leadership and rock climbing to women, gave them the chance to test their personal and cultural limits and explore - [Slabducation, the Movie](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/slabducation-movie/) - Finally, the very first video from slabducated stars. Spanish champ Mari Alarcón, world class climbers Caro Ciavaldini & James Pearson, movement genius Johnyy Dawes, spanish-irish Sean Villanueva doing his jazz, belgium beast Siebe Vanhee testing his big wall skills, legend Dani Andrada and local crusher Arman Martínez and many more.. All togheter in this funny - [The Art of Our Culture](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/art-our-culture/) - Dean Fidelman tells the story of climbing photography in Yosemite Valley - [Chicas al Agua](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/chicas-al-agua/) - “And when one leaves our comfort zone, that is when we realize for the first time, our potential.”— Nancy, Chicas al Agua instructor. Despite growing up next to one of the world’s most famous rivers, many of the young women in Futaleufú never learned how to swim. Deep in Patagonia, where gauchos still ride horses - ["Don't lose the joy!" - Rock climber CHRIS SHARMA](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/dont-lose-joy-rock-climber-chris-sharma/) - Chris Sharma is an american rock climber, one of the sport's greatest personalities ever , long regarded as the absolute number one. Especially after he was the first in the world to climb 9a+, the Realizationh/Biography route. For a long time he had the title of the strongest climber in the world. We met at - [2022 Northwest Snow and Avalanche Workshop Session 1](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/2022-northwest-snow-and-avalanche-workshop-session-1/) - The Northwest Snow and Avalanche Workshop took place on October 16, 2022. Session 1: Supporting Access to Our Winter Mountains 00:00-10:15 - Scott Schell, Welcome 10:15-30:49 - Scott Schell & Dennis D'Amico, What's New at WAC 30:49-1:00:00 - Amy Jenkins, Overcoming Adversity, Navigating & Improving Mental Health by Recreating in the Backcountry by an Adaptive - [The High Life | The Final Season of Chamonix's Oldest Refuge](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/high-life-final-season-chamonixs-oldest-refuge/) - In the final season of the original 119-year-old Le Refuge de la Charpoua, hutkeeper of eight years, Sarah Cartier, and her two children, embrace the high life and all its history in the mountains near Chamonix, France. The timeworn little building, set to be rebuilt in the same place in 2023, is surrounded by towering - [THE TEARS OF SHIVA | Kayaking down the Sacred River of Nepal](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/tears-shiva-kayaking-down-sacred-river-nepal/) - Change is part and parcel of development and Nepal is undergoing a major transformation. Using water resources to generate energy is one of its pillars for the future, even if this means paying too high a price. Four kayakers set out to descend the fierce waters of the Karnali, as part of an expedition to - [FREE RIDER | The North Face](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/free-rider-north-face/) - Sam Anthamatten and Victor De Le Rue push new boundaries in the wildest corner of Alaska. A bush pilot drops the small crew of five on a remote, unexplored glacier to conquer the spine walls in a series of ascents, each one more committed. Narrator Jérôme Tanon describes with honesty and a touch of sarcasm - [Pili Ka Moʻo | Reciprocity Project Season 1](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/pili-ka-moʻo-reciprocity-project-season-1/) - Film by Justyn Ah Chong and Malia Akutagawa (Kanaka Maoli) LOGLINE: A Native Hawaiian taro farming family is drawn into a logistically and emotionally complex quest to preserve their ancestral land. SYNOPSIS: The Fukumitsu ʻOhana (family) of Hakipuʻu are Native Hawaiian taro farmers and keepers of this generational practice. While much of Oʻahu has become - [Rescue in the Grand Canyon: The Epic Hike that Nearly Killed Dan Becker](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/rescue-grand-canyon-epic-hike-nearly-killed-dan-becker/) - Eric Hanson of Backpacking TV tells the story of a significant emergency in the Grand Canyon. "Dan Becker joined me on a 45 mile Rim to Rim to Rim backpacking trip, but halfway through, Dan was having a medical emergency in a truly remote and dangerous part of the Grand Canyon. This is the story of - [Legacy On The Muir](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/legacy-muir/) - On October 2, 2020, Tom Herbert revisits his father's historic first ascent on the Muir Wall of El Capitan in attempt to set a speed record on the original route. Featuring TM Herbert, Yvon Chouinard, Tommy Caldwell and more. Supported by Patagonia - [End to an End | Running to save the Great Forest - Episode 1](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/end-end-running-save-great-forest-episode-1/) - Ultra-runner, Majell Backhausen runs 273km, from Wandong to Mt. Baw Baw, crossing through the lands of the Taungurung, Wurundjeri and GunnaiKurnai people. Through his eyes, we experience the rare beauty of the Victorian Central Highlands in Australia and meet the determined individuals and organisations working tirelessly to protect these lands for the benefit of us - [Inspiring You to be Alive in the Wilderness](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/inspiring-you-be-alive-wilderness/) - We believe the wild keeps us alive. We stand for kindness, service, inclusivity, education, and nature. We elevate others as we climb. We see the need and fill the gap. We look to uproot barriers (not trees). We seek knowledge and pay it forward. We find our way in the wild. We are the Wilderness - [WRMC: Crisis Communication in the Digital Age: The Basics Still Matter](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/wrmc-crisis-communication-digital-age-basics-still-matter/) - at the 2016 Wilderness Risk Management Conference Bruce Palmer presents on how to deal with communication during a crisis in the age of fast paced social media. Bruce is the admission and marketing director for the National Outdoor Leadership School in Lander, Wyoming. - [WRMC 2020 Interview with Reb Gregg Award Recipient Sara Souza](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/wrmc-2020-interview-reb-gregg-award-recipient-sara-souza/) - Reb Gregg Award recipient Sara Souza, who leads the University of California’s Center of Excellence for Field Safety, speaks with Steering Committee member Steve Pace on what inspires her work, and supporting a culture of risk management. Learn more at nols.edu/wrmc - [WRMC Keynote: Jose Gonzalez - Holding a Space for Equitable Sociocultural Risk Management](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/wrmc-keynote-jose-gonzalez-holding-space-equitable-sociocultural-risk-management/) - For clear reasons, we have invested in the development of systematic approaches to risk management in outdoor programming. The physical wellbeing of participants, along with the recognition of inherent risks and hazards of the outdoors, is important––it goes along with the touted benefits of transformative outdoor experiences. We want participants to connect with the awe - [Allyship 101: Ally as a Verb](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/allyship-101-ally-verb/) - Association for Outdoor Recreation Diversity Equity & Inclusion Webinar on Allyship and recorded and produced March 2020 - [AEE Webinar: The Developing Adolescent Brain with Respect to Education and Safety Management](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/aee-webinar-developing-adolescent-brain-respect-education-and-safety-management/) - Description: Are you sometimes dumbfounded why an adolescent did something that seemed so obviously risky? Well, it may have been out of their control. In an ever-evolving world of education and neuroscience research, this workshop focuses on understanding developing adolescent brains and implications for educators. We will explore competing levels of maturity in the brain's - [AEE Webinar - Creative Problem Solving: How to Innovate on Demand](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/aee-webinar-creative-problem-solving-how-innovate-demand/) - Amy Climer has a passion for guiding organizations to build cultures of creativity and success. Since 1995, Amy has been teaching, facilitating and leading groups with a focus on experiential methods. She has worked with hundreds of groups teaching leadership, creativity, team development, and facilitation skills. She has been trained to lead the Creative Problem - [AEE Webinar - Moving towards gender inclusive environments: How and why affirming gender non-conforming and trans* participants can help you in the field and beyond](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/aee-webinar-moving-towards-gender-inclusive-environments-how-and-why-affirming-gender-non/) - Recent press around Caitlyn Jenner has highlighted that more and more people experience gender beyond the traditional male/female binary. It is important to learn about more expansive understandings of gender in order to best support our staff, participants, and ourselves. Participants of this webinar workshop will learn evolving terminology around gender, hear vignettes about outdoor - [AEE Webinar - Seth Leighton: The Other End of a Skype Call](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/aee-webinar-seth-leighton-other-end-skype-call/) - Seth Leighton explores how to prepare students for international travel experiences and cross-cultural learning. - [2017 AEE Kurt Hahn Address: Tony Alvarez](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/2017-aee-kurt-hahn-address-tony-alvarez/) - During his unique address, Tony shared inspirational moments from his personal history that were compelling, challenging, and funny. Key themes that appeared throughout his presentation included: connect, and through that connection you will belong – create adventures based on what you have, ask yourself what is unique and what will invite the best-selves of your - [AEE ActivatEE 2018: Jake Lewis](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/aee-activatee-2018-jake-lewis/) - ActivatEE is sharing platform designed by the Association for Experiential Education for its members and conference attendees during the International Conference. ActivatEE is designed to facilitate the process of creating one’s story, inspiring the use of one’s voice, and launching an idea - all on stage during a conference keynote. While leading a canoeing expedition - [Covid-19: Risk Management, Legal and Practical Issues While Navigating Uncertainty](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/covid-19-risk-management-legal-and-practical-issues-while-navigating-uncertainty/) - Covid-19’s quick, pervasive and continuing impact has fundamentally affected current outdoor, adventure and experiential programming, and importantly, how that programming will operate into the future. Cathy and Steve will provide insight into the risk management, legal and practical ‘points on the map’ that organizations should consider as they move forward in this fluid and uncertain - [Climbing Giants | Full Film](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/climbing-giants-full-film/) - “Through the magical adventures of climbing strangler fig trees in the lush mountains of Costa Rica, young climbers find love and purpose for protecting the threatened biodiversity of the cloud forest.” Nalini Nadkarni, canoy researcher, takes into another world high above in the tropical rain forest of Costa Rica. - [What to Wear Kayaking, especially in the winter!](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/what-wear-kayaking-especially-winter/) - Whew! This a long one, packed with helpful info! Originally, I started this video for just winter paddling, but over time I realized that I had to cover the summer layers as a part of my layering system anyway. This is a TON of information, so give it time and try to follow if you - [A River Out of Time](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/river-out-time/) - “We pray for the rains to come, for the snow to fall, for moisture in the earth. Not just for the Hopi, but for everybody. For every living thing that’s out there.” – Howard Dennis, Hopi Elder The Green and Colorado river systems form the backbone of the American West. Once spanning a 1,450-mile journey - [REI Co-op Studios Presents: 'To Touch the Earth' with Hike Clerb founder Evelynn Escobar](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/rei-co-op-studios-presents-touch-earth-hike-clerb-founder-evelynn-escobar/) - In REI Co-op Studios' latest film, TO TOUCH THE EARTH, we join Hike Clerb founder Evelynn Escobar, with friends Devin and Tamara, as they explore New Mexico's mountains, rivers and desert and connect with the local community of changemakers. Hike Clerb is an LA-based intersectional women’s hike club and 501c(3) founded in 2017 by changemaker, - [Michaela Kiersch Dreamcatcher 5.14d // Squamish, BC](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/michaela-kiersch-dreamcatcher-514d-squamish-bc/) - Michaela Kiersch climbs Dreamcatcher 5.14d in Squamish, BC. - [How Climbers Sleep While Climbing Big Walls | with Sasha DiGiulian & Felipe Camargo](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/how-climbers-sleep-while-climbing-big-walls-sasha-digiulian-felipe-camargo/) - Why bother finding a fancy hotel, when you can do it like pro climber Sasha DiGiulian, choose a thousand stars hotel and spend the night for free? A first-hand look of what it's like to spend the night at 1,200 feet above the ground on the side of a massive cliff with exclusive footage by - [My 3 Days on the Wonderland Trail](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/my-3-days-wonderland-trail/) - What would you say if your friend suggested that you run 93 miles around the base of the US's largest active volcano in 3 days? The Wonderland Trail at Mount Rainer National Park is known for its stunning beauty, with breathtaking views of the mountain from every angle, and it's considered a must-see among hikers, - [Kayak Rescue | Trapped behind a 35' waterfall](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/kayak-rescue-trapped-behind-35-waterfall/) - On December 18th, 2022 six friends make a descent of the Agua Azul in Chiapas, Mexico. The climax of this section consists of 5 waterfalls called the Five Kings. At the third 'King' my approach was too far right and I dried out at the lip in about 3 inches of water. I lost my - [Avalanche Safety: Know Before You Go - Part 1](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/avalanche-safety-know-you-go-part-1/) - Check out this great two-part Avalanche Safety Video from the Utah Avalanche Center. (see Part 2) - [Avalanche Safety: Know Before You Go - Part 2](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/avalanche-safety-know-you-go-part-2/) - Check out this great two-part Avalanche Safety Video from the Utah Avalanche Center. (see Part 1) - [Utah Avalanche Center: 'Know Before You Go' Avalanche Education Program](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/utah-avalanche-center-know-you-go-avalanche-education-program/) - Utah Avalanche Center 'Know Before You Go' Educational Program As outdoor winter recreation continues to blossom, more and more people are in need of basic avalanche education. We plan to continue offering 'Know Before You Go' on a statewide level to schools, scout and church groups and hope to expand our outreach to even more - [The Mersey To The Malverns! - Danny MacAskill and The Drop And Roll Tour](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/mersey-malverns-danny-macaskill-and-drop-and-roll-tour/) - Rounding off another action packed year for the Drop And Roll Tour, join us for the final trip of the season as we go 100% GoPro and bring you onboard for the ride to the Malverns Classic! From The Mersey To the Malvern's, sees myself and the Drop and Roll crew head south from Scotland - [Whitewater Kayaking Skills Series: How to do a Bow Draw Pt 1 Flatwater](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/whitewater-kayaking-skills-series-how-do-bow-draw-pt-1-flatwater/) - In this how to do a Bow Draw in a Kayak tutorial, the team from AQ Outdoors/Aquabatics break down one of the many variations of a Bow Draw for whitewater Kayaking. This step by step guide is done in flat water to give students a calm and easy environment to learn the mechanics and fundamentals - [The Forward Stroke (AKA How to paddle straight) - Whitewater Kayaking](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/forward-stroke-aka-how-paddle-straight-whitewater-kayaking/) - The need for this video will be a no brainer to newer kayakers, learning to stop spinning around as they paddle flat water for the first time in their whitewater kayaks. This isn't just for new kayakers though. The Forward Stroke is likely the most underestimated and under-practiced skill in all of kayaking. It's deceivingly - [A GRAPPLE WITH GRAVITY: A Documentary About Fear](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/grapple-gravity-documentary-about-fear/) - Two years ago, my best friend Kyle and I decided to make a film about overcoming the fear of life's unknowns. As rock climbers, we are captivated by those who push their physical boundaries, but also their ability to manage fear. In the summer of 2022, Kyle and I traveled across the country to pick - [World Class: The Story of Aidan Roberts' Bouldering Breakthrough](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/world-class-story-aidan-roberts-bouldering-breakthrough/) - Every now and then, you get to witness a run of cutting-edge performance that defines an era of the sport. Even rarer, is when you see that purple patch unfold in an area that's not in the media spotlight and is renowned for sandbag grading. This past summer, saw Aidan Roberts climb not just - [Kichatna: A Big Wall First Ascent In The Alaskan Range](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/kichatna-big-wall-first-ascent-alaskan-range/) - What do we seek from the experience of climbing? In Kichatna, Graham Zimmerman, accompanied by Dave Allfrey and Whit Magro, explores his motivation to ascend one of the most remote, big walls in the Alaska Range. Follow these American climbers into the stunning and steep landscape of the Kichatna Spires as they pursue a unique - [Arc'teryx Presents: NEXUS](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/arcteryx-presents-nexus/) - Women. Skiers. Friends. Nexus is a ski film documenting five distinct groups of women, exploring their connections to each other, the transformative power of the mountains, and the lessons learned from their time on skis. Featuring: Michelle Parker, Lucy Sackbauer, Krystin Norman. Produced by: Sophie Danison - [The North Face | LINE & AIR](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/north-face-line-air/) - Before achieving global success as a professional snowboarder, Géraldine Fasnacht’s first love was flying. Now, as a qualified ultralight plane pilot, she combines her passions to open up the high mountains. Landing ultralight planes on alpine glaciers is nothing new – pioneering aviator Hermann Geiger opened the highest landing spot in Switzerland, 4,370 meters up - [How to Poop in the Woods!](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/how-poop-woods/) - This is the complete guide on how to poop in the woods, including the latest important information! Attention backpackers, campers and hikers of all experience levels! Leave No Trace has updated their guidelines and so I've been inspired to make this video covering the topic of pooping in the woods once again - and in - [How to Ice Climb #1: Good ice climbing starts with good feet](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/how-ice-climb-1-good-ice-climbing-starts-good-feet/) - What is an "industrial standard" foot placement in ice climbing? Answer: Frontpoints and secondary points both in the ice and solid. 90 percent of ice climbers don't do this, and the results range from being out of balance and pumped to falling off. Fix it! Here's how. - [The Commute: A Four Day Paddling To Work](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/commute-four-day-paddling-work/) - Following two rivers, one drain, one sea and one creek, it turns out that paddling to work, which ends up being mostly a drag, over four full days, is bloody hard work. After a stripped back walk to work (The Commute: walking 90km to work), I decided to continue experimenting between the lands and seas of - [Finding Hetch Hetchy: The Hidden Yosemite](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/finding-hetch-hetchy-hidden-yosemite/) - Yosemite Valley is well-known as the epicenter of American climbing. Its sister valley to the north has long been left in the shadows of Yosemite’s reputation. The Hetch Hetchy Valley, similarly home to towering granite walls and the majestic beauty for which the Sierra is known, stays well out of the limelight despite being part - [Stepping Out: Three Women, Ten Days To Ski in The Alaska Range For The First Time | Salomon TV](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/stepping-out-three-women-ten-days-ski-alaska-range-first-time-salomon-tv/) - Lani Bruntz, Maddie Crowell and Mali Noyes set out to ski in the Alaska Range for their first time. Serving as their own guides, they were excited to arrive on the glacier and were quickly humbled by the complex structure of the terrain. In a new setting, they reimagine what success looks like beyond the familiar - [The North Face Presents: Beyond the Summit](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/north-face-presents-beyond-summit/) - After becoming the first person to ski the Seven Summits, team athlete Kit DesLauriers found herself searching for purpose beyond herself. And through an epic adventure of athleticism, survival, and conservation, she found it. Beyond the Summit explores her two weeks of traversing the arctic on skis, telling the story of a diminishing snowpack in - [Salsa Cycles Presents: The Friendly Arctic](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/salsa-cycles-presents-friendly-arctic/) - Alaskan adventurers Bjørn Olson and Kim McNett undertake a fat-bike and packraft expedition entirely above the Arctic Circle. Along their route, they experience abundant wildlife, stunning grandeur, days of ideal traveling, abnormally warm conditions, and sobering observations of global warming's impact at this high latitude. - [Food in Your Belly | An Appalachian Trail Documentary](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/food-your-belly-appalachian-trail-documentary/) - “You don’t climb mountains without food in your belly,” says Aster Wells-Byers. Aster explores living with an eating disorder as she hikes the Appalachian Trail through the late summer, fall, and winter. Starring Aster Wells-Byers. Directed by Lukas Chin and Gabriella Medrano. For support go to https://www.nationeatingdisorders.org - [The North Face | NEVIA](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/north-face-nevia/) - Throughout his career, freeride skier and fully qualified mountain guide Sam Anthamatten found his way of life in guiding, helping and looking out for his community. His experience and skills allowed others to fulfill their dreams, this time he's the one in the spotlight. NEVIA offers a glimpse into Sam's life - not as a - [UNREALISTIC - Fear and getting older](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/unrealistic-fear-and-getting-older/) - A short film about mountainbiking, joy, fear and getting older. Emil Carlson is a clinical psychologist and former Norwegian national downhill champ. Svenn Fjeldheim also holds a couple of national titles. Together they explore new trails as well as their own mental landscapes. Where are they at as «extreme sports athletes» with 30 years of - [Mammut Safety Series - Avalanche Safety in Alaska](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/mammut-safety-series-avalanche-safety-alaska/) - Knowing when it’s time to push or dial it back is the key to staying safe in the backcountry. It’s a skill that TGR’s athletes and crew have honed through years of experience in the mountains of Alaska, where the massive terrain and abundant snowfall needs to be approached with a large margin for - [Land of The Cold Sun](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/land-cold-sun/) - "The route was physically demanding and technical, with some weak ice lines. The holds and small edges helped me to climb through some of the difficult moves and sequences." Rab athlete Faiçal Bourkiba had long dreamt of climbing the north face of Tazarhart in the Atlas Mountains of his native Morocco. Uncertain about his ability - [Big Water Technique - How to Paddle High Volume Rivers](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/big-water-technique-how-paddle-high-volume-rivers/) - Despite the common misconception, Big Water doesn't actually mean difficult water. It doesn't directly mean hard rapids. Big water refers to the high volume whitewater found on high volume rivers. Big Water kayaking accentuates the features, challenges and needed skills you would find on everyday rivers and creeks, along with a few new ones. So - [The story of the Umiam expedition](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/story-umiam-expedition/) - When kayaking in Meghalaya we got a tip from Joe Rea-Dickins to go and check out the Umiam drainage which promises amazing whitewater deep down in the jungle. After some discussing and making plans we dropped into the river and found some AMAZING whitewater! epic time out. - [STAKEOUT | BIG WAVE PROGRESSION](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/stakeout-big-wave-progression/) - For decades, eastern Canada has had people from all over the world set their sights on its vast abundance of all types of white water. But there is one particular aspect that continues to bring in the world best paddlers; big waves. As the rivers rise in the spring melt, some of the best - [Uncharted Lines - Full Film](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/uncharted-lines-full-film/) - Every climbing reward comes at the cost of a potential risk, but when you are a climbing pioneer, driven by the unknown and unexpected, you are willing to risk whatever it takes for the chance to find the perfect first ascent line. This is a story of exploration and discovery, a journey of friendship and - [Search and rescue teams stretched thin with more Americans hitting the outdoors](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/search-and-rescue-teams-stretched-thin-more-americans-hitting-outdoors/) - Across the nation, search and rescue teams are mostly made up of a patchwork of volunteers often overseen by local sheriff’s departments. But many of these teams are now struggling to keep up as more Americans than ever are hitting the outdoors. Special correspondent Christopher Booker reports from Colorado. - [Black Diamond Presents: Dawn Patrol—Why We Rise](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/black-diamond-presents-dawn-patrol-why-we-rise/) - The alarm goes off. It would be so easy to bail. You could hit the snooze and crawl back into the warmth of your bed and slip into another dream. But that fantasy ends as the aspiration of the morning’s reality slowly builds. Your feet touch the cold floor, and the ritual begins. Coffee brews, - [Silence Isn't Silent](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/silence-isnt-silent/) - Growing up as an interpreter for his deaf mom, Justin Maurer interrogates how this childhood obligation led him to form a punk band, present at the Oscars and seek out one of the quietest places in the world. - [Edge of Darkness Johnny Collinson and Hillary Allen](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/edge-darkness-johnny-collinson-and-hillary-allen/) - In this Scuderia Film, we explore the dark side of the Athlete experience... extreme injury, physical recovery and the process it takes to mentally overcome trauma. We follow Ultra Trail runner Hillary Allen and Big Mountain Skier Johnny Collinson as they re-live their experiences and how the bike ultimately served to help them in their - [COROS Presents - Tim Tollefson: What Goes Unsaid](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/coros-presents-tim-tollefson-what-goes-unsaid/) - October 10th is World Mental Health Day. COROS is honored to present a film project featuring professional ultra-runner Tim Tollefson, who shares his journey towards self-acceptance and healing as a runner. In Tim’s words, “true strength is vulnerability”. His decision to open up about his lifelong battle with an eating disorder and body dysmorphia was - [My Home Run: Snake River x Reggie Austin](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/my-home-run-snake-river-x-reggie-austin/) - “It all started with tubing…” claims Reggie Austin. Reggie is probably the last person who thought he’d end up a river guide, but that’s the thing about the river: Once you’re in the flow, you might be surprised where it takes you. After tubing came kayaking, and the rest followed from there. Learning to guide - [Dhaulagiri](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/dhaulagiri/) - An Ecuadorian mountaineer balances friendship, love, and luck in his quest to climb a new route on one of the tallest and most dangerous mountains in the world. Esteban ‘Topo’ Mena is an Ecuadorian mountain guide and rising star in alpine climbing whose dream is to climb the first ascent of a new route on - [James Anderson - My Hidden Disability](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/james-anderson-my-hidden-disability/) - Orange Bikes Athlete James Anderson spent years hiding his story from his friends, his sponsors and even his girlfriend. But in 2022, he know it was time to share it with the world. As a kid, he was diagnosed with Monoplegia, an acute form of Cerebral Palsy, as well as dyspraxia and dyslexia. Despite the - [Cannondale Presents: High Road](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/cannondale-presents-high-road/) - High Road is a story of resilience, persistence and strength. Meg Fisher has been on the start line of countless paracycling races – she’s won World Championships and Olympic medals. Jack Berry, just 14 years old, has never raced his bicycle, having only recently recovered from a battle with cancer. Together, they prepare to take - [Arc'teryx Presents: Not Alone](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/arcteryx-presents-not-alone/) - After an ice climbing avalanche takes the life of her close friend, professional athlete and alpine guide Sarah Hueniken is shattered. In an attempt to reconnect with her life in the mountains, she takes on a huge link-up of remote winter climbs - but healing is about a lot more than just climbing. - [How trail designers build good hikes](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/how-trail-designers-build-good-hikes/) - Designing a hiking trail seems simple enough: It has to take a person from A to B, pass through scenic nature, and last through years of wear and tear. And for most of human history, trails did that without much intentional design at all. But as trails shifted from essential transportation to a recreational destination, - [Black Diamond Presents: Impact Day with Hazel Findlay](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/black-diamond-presents-impact-day-hazel-findlay/) - After whipping from the crux years ago and taking a near-catastrophic fall, Hazel confronts her fears and goes round two on the infamous Impact Day (E8/6c). - [Arctic Post Road - Bikepacking Adventure in the Far North](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/arctic-post-road-bikepacking-adventure-far-north/) - Arctic Post Road film documents the bikepacking adventure of Henna Palosaari and Sami Sauri above the Arctic circle. The Arctic Post Road bikepacking route follows the remnants of the old Copenhagen-Alta post road starting from the fells of Pallas-Ylläs national park in Finnish Lapland and runs through the Finnmark highlands all the way to - [A Tribute To Hilaree Nelson | Re-Release of 364 | Rich Roll Podcast](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/tribute-hilaree-nelson-re-release-364-rich-roll-podcast/) - his is an incredible conversation about fear, risk resilience, adventure and potential. It’s about balancing the pull of adventure against her responsibilities as a single mom to two boys. It’s about the allure of the outdoors. But mostly, this is an exchange about the virtues of placing yourself outside your comfort zone – and what - [Grassroots: Climbing for Resilience](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/grassroots-climbing-resilience/) - Thanks to the Michigan Ice Fest BIPOC Scholarship, the AAC Twin Cities Chapter is taking up space for climbers of color. Discover how they are building a strong and vibrant climbing community with many laughs along the way in this film directed and edited by Marie-Louise Nkashama. The AAC’s Grassroots series both unearths deep histories - [Throw Your Hangboard in the Trash If You Don't Know This (SAVE A FRIEND)](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/throw-your-hangboard-trash-if-you-dont-know-save-friend/) - Regardless of all the conflicting opinions out there, there are some solid reasons and very strong climbers to support hangboarding as a good tool. BUT, in my experience as a PT, there is a higher risk of injury than most people think. So if you want hangboarding to actually help you climb better and - [Meditation & Mindfulness with Hakim Tafari​](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/meditation-mindfulness-hakim-tafari/) - “What I have learned is you’re either running away from something or running to something.” ​ Hakim unifies trail running & meditation to enhance life & performance through mindfulness.​ - [The Hazards of High Altitude: A Mistake on the First Attempt](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/hazards-high-altitude-mistake-first-attempt/) - Conrad Anker talks about the hazards of high altitude, while him and David make a mistake on the first day. This series takes audiences inside the minds of elite adventurers as they share stories of confronting fear, loss, and Mother Nature at her harshest. - [Chains of Habit - Living with Depression](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/chains-habit-living-depression/) - When you see a beautiful picture of a person standing on top of a big mountain, it’s easy to assume their life, one of adventure, must be bliss. It’s simple, right? No screens, no deadlines, just the awe of nature and moving your body in places most of us only dream of. You’re at the - [MHW Gear Care | Sleeping Bags, Part 2: Washing](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/mhw-gear-care-sleeping-bags-part-2-washing/) - Learn how to properly wash your sleeping back from the folks at Mountain Hardwear. - [Onsighting Super-hard Bouldery 9a? | La Musa 9a & Guerriero Del Futuro 9a](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/onsighting-super-hard-bouldery-9a-la-musa-9a-guerriero-del-futuro-9a/) - The great thing about partly living in Arco (Italy) this winter was that there are many crags around to go for one-day trips! Covolo is a great crag, an amazing wall with good rock and plenty of routes. I had been there twice already, but Silvio Reffo recently made a new FA of La Musa - [The Scale of Hope | Climate, Climbing and Systemic Change](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/scale-hope-climate-climbing-and-systemic-change/) - Former White House climate advisor Molly Kawahata reflects on her time in the Obama Administration, her personal struggle with mental health, and her love of alpine climbing to create a positive vision of how we can respond to the climate crisis. Go beyond your individual vote—learn more about registering people to vote and poll working - [Learning to Trad Climb: Part 6 - How to lead multipitch](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/learning-trad-climb-part-6-how-lead-multipitch/) - The final episode following DMM Graphic Designer Clare as she learns the Tools of the Trad with AMI instructor Alice Kerr. In Part 6 of this series, Clare uses the skills she has learned to climb her first multipitch trad climb. Instructor Alice takes Clare through block leading, alternate leading and stance management on multipitch - [Arc'teryx Presents: This is the Motherload - Ep. 2](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/arcteryx-presents-motherload-ep-2/) - When the freedom of the alpine calls, close friends and mothers Izzy Lynch and Tessa Treadway answer. Accompanied by their five kids between the ages of two months and eight years, they venture deep into the wilderness to Amiskwi Lodge where they disconnect from a world of busyness and distractions and reconnect with their adventurous - [Learning to Trad Climb: Part 5 - How to abseil/rappel](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/learning-trad-climb-part-5-how-abseilrappel/) - Follow DMM Graphic Designer Clare on her journey as she learns the Tools of the Trad with AMI instructor Alice Kerr. In Part 5 of this series, Alice shows Clare how to abseil/rappel from the top of a crag. - [Outside After the Olympics](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/outside-after-olympics/) - After an intense two years of training, leading up to the biggest moment of their careers, Olympic climber Kyra Condie and USA Climbing National Team Head Coach Josh Larson head to Puerto Rico to get back in touch with the climbing that awards no medals. - [How Trails Transform Communities // Biketown](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/how-trails-transform-communities-biketown/) - Biketown is a story of mountain bikers, unlikely partnerships and the communities they create. Struggling to find their seat at the table, mountain bikers have had to form unlikely partnerships in their fight to ride. Little did they know they were actually helping transform the identity of their communities. Specialized and Soil Searching present Biketown, - [Arc'teryx Presents: This is the Motherload - Ep. 1](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/arcteryx-presents-motherload-ep-1/) - Two years after tragedy strikes, best friends Izzy Lynch and Tessa Treadway gather for a family bike trip in Golden BC. Since losing her husband in 2019, Tessa has found her joy again in seeking out new adventures through mountain biking and farming while Izzy is finding relief in movement in the outdoors at seven - [NO STRAIGHT LINES | The North Face](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/no-straight-lines-north-face/) - "The real barrier is not the physical ability. If you find your own access, define your own goal, you will find purpose in it. And that's why I am at the wall." Watch as paraclimber Angelino Zeller unpacks what it means to be driven yet adaptable in the world of climbing. - [LE VOYAGE | The North Face](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/le-voyage-north-face/) - “Le Voyage is one of, if not the best trad first ascent I have ever done”: that’s quite a statement, coming from world class rock climber James Pearson. That’s the reason why fellow The North Face athletes Jacopo Larcher and Siebe Vanhee teamed up to look for the first repetitions of the route, located in - [Turning Dark Cave into Real Climbing Gem | Hogo Fogo 9a FA | Adam Ondra](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/turning-dark-cave-real-climbing-gem-hogo-fogo-9a-fa-adam-ondra/) - Some places don't look amazing at first glance. They might be hidden in the woods, they might be dirty, full of cobwebs, and they might require a lot of cleaning. Derava skala (The Leaky Rock) is a small dark cave that has been neglected for many years despite the first free climbing routes being developed - [Black Diamond Presents: Step By Step—The Nordkette Traverse with Black Diamond Employee Remco Graas](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/black-diamond-presents-step-step-nordkette-traverse-black-diamond-employee-remco-graas/) - Remco Graas is a Black Diamond employee that’s obsessed with moving in the mountains. The bigger the objective the better. And from the BD office, he couldn’t help but look at the Innsbruck skyline and think, “bet I could do the whole thing in one BIG day." In this film, we follow Remco on his - [SOLIS](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/solis/) - The Speed Project (TSP) is a 340-mile unsanctioned race from Santa Monica Pier to Las Vegas. It lives and dies by the motto: No Rules, No Spectators. Historically, a relay race, in 2021 TSP offered up the chance for individual runners to make the journey from LA to Sin City. The winner took 118 hours. - [3 Kayak Rescues Every Paddler Should Know](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/3-kayak-rescues-every-paddler-should-know/) - Dan walks through three basic kayaking rescues. - [IN THE MIND of Sasha as she sends JOE EXOTIC, 5.14](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/mind-sasha-she-sends-joe-exotic-514/) - On July 14, 2022 Sasha DiGiulian did the First Female Ascent of "Joe Exotic," a 5.14 in the Flatirons, CO, established by Matt Samet. In response to your positive feedback from Thunder Muscle, here is the narration-while-climbing format, back! Comment below with your thoughts! Filmed and edited by James Lucas. - [Girl’s Gone Wide 2: Screaming Sky Crack](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/girls-gone-wide-2-screaming-sky-crack/) - Screaming Sky Crack 5.11 on Zoroaster Temple in Grand Canyon National Park was an epic three day adventure with Mary Eden @tradprincess and Kaya Lindsay @onechicktravels. We truly hope you enjoy this film as much as we enjoyed making it. - [Connecting Walls | How to Climb in Somebody Else’s Backyard](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/connecting-walls-how-climb-somebody-elses-backyard/) - Unable to travel overseas due to the ongoing pandemic, Katsutaka "Jumbo" Yokoyama and Keita Kurakami head for Yakushima, an island in the south of Japan not well-known for its climbing. There, they find an abundance of bullet rock to develop and a group of locals that would teach them the importance of being good visitors. - [FREE TO RUN | The North Face](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/free-run-north-face/) - FREE TO RUN - a mission to tell the stories of women using sport to transform the world around them. After completing the TOR330 race four times, Stephanie Case’s next goal in sight was the TOR450, all while working behind the scenes to organize an all-women expedition in Afghanistan with Free to Run. These women - [Learning to Trad Climb: Part 3](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/learning-trad-climb-part-3/) - Follow DMM Graphic Designer Clare on her journey as she learns the Tools of the Trad with AMI instructor Alice Kerr. In Part 3 of this series, Alice shows Clare how to build an anchor and belay at the top of a trad climb. - [Peaks Project: Episode 1—Green Mountain with Kyle Richardson](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/peaks-project-episode-1-green-mountain-kyle-richardson/) - Follow BD Athlete Kyle Richardson on a “world-class hill climb” up Boulder, Colorado’s, Green Mountain, and see why this local testpiece ignited Kyle’s passion for mountain running. - [Climbing How to | Falling and belaying](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/climbing-how-falling-and-belaying/) - Fear! The most natural feeling when it comes to being high up and pushing your limits. But with the right equipment applied correctly, a good belayer watching your back and four open eyes on the terrain, in most cases you can let go and enjoy the fall. The more you get used to it, the - [How to | Climbing Ep. 03 | Improve your technique](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/how-climbing-ep-03-improve-your-technique/) - Next to physical training, sharpening your style is a solid way to develop your climbing. The right technique saves power while moving, fosters the ability to rest and opens up a new set of creative solutions for mastering your project. This helps you to stay calm and take your skills to the next level. - [Can Will Bosi Repeat Adam's 9a Route from 2007? | Adam Ondra](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/can-will-bosi-repeat-adams-9a-route-2007-adam-ondra/) - When Will Bosi typed me a message that he was planning a trip to the Czech Republic and to visit my homecrag Moravský Kras (Moravian Karst), it took me a while to believe he really meant it. 2 months later, he quickly dispatched quick ascents of many of the hardest boulder problems, but I was - [Outdoor Afro Paddle Camp](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/outdoor-afro-paddle-camp/) - The Outdoor Afro Paddle Camp prepares volunteers to become certified canoeing and kayaking instructors. It's led by NRS ambassador, accredited paddling instructor, and outdoor school leader Todd Johnstone-Wright. Paddle Camp is just one of many professional development experiences Outdoor Afro offers its volunteers to develop and expand their leadership and outdoor safety acumen within the - [10 Questions with Beth Rodden](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/10-questions-beth-rodden/) - A short interview with Outdoor Research Climb Ambassador, Beth Rodden - [Black Diamond Presents: Into The Route](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/black-diamond-presents-route/) - Follow the Patitucci photo team on a journey of pain, recovery, and partnership as they pioneer multi-day trail runs through the alps. - [Hardest Route in Italy | Wonderland 9b/9b+ | Adam Ondra](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/hardest-route-italy-wonderland-9b9b-adam-ondra/) - Even though the crag is called Terra Promessa (Promised Land), I hadn't thought that it would once host Arco's and Italy's hardest route . The hard routes around 8b and 8c were developed mainly by Reini Scherer in the late 90s and since the development of this crag has mostly stopped. There were still quite - [BABY STEPS | The North Face](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/baby-steps-north-face/) - Are risk takers born or made? It’s the classic nature/nurture question. For example, did climbers, James Pearson and Caroline Ciavaldini, become climbers because they have some kind of innate predisposition which makes them better at handling fear and risk? Or does climbing and a lifetime spent adventuring help you become better at handling fear and - [BIG climber lead falls for science. You won't believe the forces!](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/big-climber-lead-falls-science-you-wont-believe-forces/) - Tanner is 290lbs or 131kg and he climbs. We wanted to know what forces he gets when he falls on his gear so I sent him 3 LineScale3s and showed him how to film an episode. This was an amazing experiment of a test being done for HowNOT2 without me there. Tanner worked so hard to - [Learning to Trad Climb: Part 1](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/learning-trad-climb-part-1/) - Follow Clare’s journey in learning the basics of trad climbing on a five day-course with instructor, Alice Kerr. Clare has been climbing for three years, starting off indoors and more recently sport climbing outdoors in north Wales and Spain. In part 1 of this series, and their first meeting, Clare explains what she’d like to - [Tribal Waters](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/tribal-waters/) - The Wind River runs deep for the Eastern Shoshone and Northern Arapaho Tribes. They pray alongside the river. They pray for the river. They pray with the river. But what happens when your river is highjacked by a ruthless system that would stop at nothing to control the resource? Tribal Waters, a documentary by Teton - [BEYOND | The North Face](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/beyond-north-face/) - In 2021 he won the Lead World Cup - a competitive indoor climbing circuit - and climbed Bibliographie, at the time one of the world's two 9c rock climbing routes. He is part of the new generation of climbers who found their footing in climbing gyms before transitioning to real rock and is regarded as - [Karl Birkland - The Deadliest Avalanche Season](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/karl-birkland-deadliest-avalanche-season/) - An intersection between an unstable snowpack and a global pandemic. This talk summarizes the 2020/21 avalanche season, a winter with a record number of fatalities and exploding backcountry use. - [Learning to Trad Climb: Part 2](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/learning-trad-climb-part-2/) - Follow DMM Graphic Designer Clare on her journey as she learns the Tools of the Trad with AMI instructor Alice Kerr. In Part 2 of this series, Alice goes through everything needed for your first trad rack, how to place rock protection and Alice takes Clare on her first trad climb. Wallnuts: 0:00 Offset nuts - [Marc-Andrés Vision - Torre Egger](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/marc-andrés-vision-torre-egger/) - Marc spotted this unclimbed line on the east face of Torre Egger in 2016, while rappelling from the route Titanic. He sent me phots of the supposed line and we talked about returning in the following years to try it together. Marc passed away while climbing in Alaska in 2018, and at first I wondered - [I Navigated America's Most Dangerous Hike (with Only a MAP and COMPASS!)](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/i-navigated-americas-most-dangerous-hike-only-map-and-compass/) - I navigated America's most dangerous hike without GPS! The Maze in Canyonlands National Park has been described as a thirty square mile puzzle in sandstone, and I attempted to navigate through it with only a paper map and a basic compass!! Ranked by some as the most dangerous hike in the country for its extreme - [Elevated](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/elevated/) - Deaf climber Sonya Wilson overcame discrimination, isolation, and seemingly insurmountable obstacles as a child to become the woman she is today—a force of nature changing the face of the climbing world. Knowing communication is key to her sport, she has created ways for deaf climbers in her community to find each other and spend time - [Matterhorn Big Wall](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/matterhorn-big-wall/) - 3 friends and mountaineers, 2 routes linked together according to a visionary project, 1 iconic mountain in the heart of the Alps. MATTERHORN Big Wall is out ! In the end of February 2022 François Cazzanelli, Emrik Favre and Francesco Ratti made the first repetition and first winter ascent of “Padre Pio Prega Per Noi - [Most Aesthetic Rock Climb in Arco | Pungitopo 8c+/9a | Adam Ondra](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/most-aesthetic-rock-climb-arco-pungitopo-8c9a-adam-ondra/) - A few kilometres from the town of Arco, hidden in the peaceful Laghel valley, there was a perfect wall, a true piece of art by the nature. Possibly almost too perfect to be true. And that is possibly the reason why it had been neglected for a long time. What an Idea! What a - [Running Out, Lucy Bartholomew running the 231km Larapinta Trail in Australia](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/running-out-lucy-bartholomew-running-231km-larapinta-trail-australia/) - A film by Bryan Hynes documenting the story of Ultra Runner Lucy Bartholomew as she runs the 231km Larapinta Trail in the Northern Territory Australia. From Lucy’s early beginnings into the sport of Ultra running, the film looks behind the curtain into the raw and upfront realities of ultra-running and the undertaking of a project - [Black Diamond Presents: Magic Line with Carlo Traversi](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/black-diamond-presents-magic-line-carlo-traversi/) - At the end of February 2022, Black Diamond Athlete Carlo Traversi made the fourth ascent of the legendary Magic Line (5.14c), a mythical Ron Kauk testpiece in Yosemite Valley. First climbed in 1996, the line sat unrepeated for 22 years before seeing its second and third ascents in 2018 and 2019. Watch Carlo rack up - [The Monster in Our Closet](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/monster-our-closet/) - Plastics are essential to building durable, high-performance clothing. But they’re also accelerating the environmental crisis, from the fossil fuels used to make materials like polyester to the plastic pollution that piles up once that clothing has been tossed. Through the eyes of a lawyer, a climate reporter, and a Patagonia designer, The Monster In Our - [Ring of Fire Episode 7: Mt. Rainier](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/ring-fire-episode-7-mt-rainier/) - Amanda, Nick, Jaime, and Danny make their way to Rainier National Park. Finding a mostly comfortable campsite outside of the park to prepare for their biggest climb yet. Venturing onto glaciated terrain, new skills, tools and mindsets are brought into the picture. The first windy summit greets the group making for a variable and exciting - [Earth to Erikka: Climbing through time in the Grand Canyon](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/earth-erikka-climbing-through-time-grand-canyon/) - When the earth speaks to you, what do you hear? Scattered with the footprints of lives once lived, the colossal landscape of the Grand Canyon provides a remarkable backdrop for the search for perspective. For thousands of years, in the harshest of conditions and often against all odds, the Grand Canyon has provided a vast - [Katherine Choong sends Jungfraumarathon 9a](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/katherine-choong-sends-jungfraumarathon-9a/) - She is not the one to rest on her laurels: On 16th of October 2019 Katherine Choong cemented her lead among Swiss female climbers with ticking off her second trophy in the 9th grade: Jungfraumarathon 9a. See the enthralling documentary of her project with hard moves and familiar faces like Cédric Lachat, Nina Caprez, Jim - [Sink Into the Earth: Lael Wilcox Rides the 827-Mile Arizona Trail](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/sink-earth-lael-wilcox-rides-827-mile-arizona-trail/) - On April 12, 2022, Lael Wilcox set out to ride the 827-mile Arizona Trail faster than anyone had before. She completed her ride 9 days, 8 hours, and 23 minutes later on April 21. This is her story. Note: Since her ride was filmed, Lael’s time is not recognized by the AZT Race administration which - [ONSIGHT Challenge: Solitary Souls 8c+ | Adam Ondra](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/onsight-challenge-solitary-souls-8c-adam-ondra/) - When you are local in a certain climbing area or about to become a local, it is not very frequent to climb onsight. I would either already know all the routes, or I would be making first ascents. Solitary Souls was one of those rare routes in Arco that I hadn't tried before. It was - [Arc'teryx Presents: Searching For Awe](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/arcteryx-presents-searching-awe/) - Today, virtually all information is readily available at our fingertips. With Google Earth, Fatmaps, and GPS in the palm of our hand, 'the unknown' or what lies over yonder, is no more. This begs the question: is there any real adventure left? Perhaps there isn't. However, what makes our time in the outdoors remarkable, is - [First ascents: the unrelenting legacy of the Remy brothers](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/first-ascents-unrelenting-legacy-remy-brothers/) - Perhaps two of the most important climbers you’ve never heard of, Swiss brothers Yves and Claude Remy have been shaping the sport of climbing for over 50 years. Trailblazers throughout the rise of rock climbing as a popular sport, the Remys have been opening and bolting legendary routes across Europe since 1970, amassing a stunning - [2022 Petzl RocTrip TV Show – Day 1](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/2022-petzl-roctrip-tv-show-day-1/) - Relive our favorite moments from the first day of the #PetzlRocTrip. – Daily Dispatch – The best of the best of Petzl RocTrip. Behind the scenes footage you won’t see anywhere else. Expect to be surprised! Climbing, bloopers, funny moments, and daily life in Greece – experience it all with us. – Hanging Interview by - [Pro coaches Amateur | Use this climbing technique to climb harder](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/pro-coaches-amateur-use-climbing-technique-climb-harder/) - In this 'pro coaches amateur' video, join me for a morning training session with GB Climbing Coach Be Fuller. I headed down to Volume 1 to get the scoop on Be's best tips and techniques for more efficient climbing. She very kindly introduced me to some of her techniques for efficient climbing movement and shared - [Brainwaves](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/brainwaves/) - In 2017, Brooke Hess had her best year of kayaking. In January, she spent a month training in Uganda. And then from Stakeout to Unleashed to Montréal Eau Vive, she stood on the podium beside her friends and idols. But when she returned to Uganda to train for the next Unleashed competition, her kayaking came - [Ring of Fire Episode 1: Mt Lassen & Mt Shasta](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/ring-fire-episode-1-mt-lassen-mt-shasta/) - The two southernmost volcanoes in the Cascade Range kick off the Ring of Fire adventures, Mt. Lassen and Mt. Shasta. Accompanied by a few friends, Danny Kern and Nicholas Cahill were eager to start logging vert and navigating their way up and down these iconic mountains. With a bit too much excitement to start, the - [From Sea to Summit - Skiing with the Gods of Delphi](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/sea-summit-skiing-gods-delphi/) - On the 10th of March 2022 DYNAFIT Managing Director and adventure athlete Benedikt Böhm went on a 5-hour sea-to-summit expidition to conquere Mount Parnassos in Greece. Starting directly from the sea with his road bike at the village of Itea he climbed up to an altitude of 2.414 meters on skies! Mount Parnassos is directly - [Bleeding Out (Full Episode) | Extreme Rescues](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/bleeding-out-full-episode-extreme-rescues/) - Extreme Rescues tells dramatic real-life stories from across the globe using footage captured by the rescuers themselves. In this episode a freak accident severs a professional cyclist’s artery miles from medical help, a kayaker fights to rescue his friend who’s trapped upside down in white water rapids, and a backcountry skier is buried alive in - [North Shore Betty | You’re Never too Old to Send](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/north-shore-betty-youre-never-too-old-send/) - After nearly 30 years on the harrowing and hallowed trails of British Columbia’s North Shore Mountains, Betty Birrell still thinks life is one big playground—and that you’re never too old to send. - [Black Diamond Presents: Foiled with Hazel Findlay](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/black-diamond-presents-foiled-hazel-findlay/) - Go for a rowdy 30-foot runout with BD Athlete Hazel Findlay as she attempts a 5.13c trad testpiece in less-than-ideal conditions—hence the foil. - [Canyon Rope Systems - Rappelling Overview](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/canyon-rope-systems-rappelling-overview/) - Here is a free course featuring Brent Roth about different ways to set up rappels through a canyon. This considers ease of rigging, abrasion, ease of rescue and how efficient it is to move people through the canyon. For additional episodes go to: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQvq-0fss4lNrmIz7gcPLtQ - [Black Diamond Presents: Colin Duffy in the Hurricave](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/black-diamond-presents-colin-duffy-hurricave/) - You may know Colin Duffy from watching his stellar Olympic debut or seeing his mind-bending comp performances. But when he steps onto the real rock, he absolutely crushes. We followed Colin to Hurricane, Utah, and watched him throw down on some the Hurricave’s hardest routes established by Joe Kinder—culminating in a send of Life of - [Will Bosi's Czech Rampage](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/will-bosis-czech-rampage/) - In March 2022 top British climber Will Bosi (22) travelled to the crags in the Moravský Kras area of the Czech Republic. These crags are famous as the home crags of Adam Ondra and Ondra has added a great number of desperate routes and boulder problems here. Will was keen to see what was special - [Holdfast | Fighting for the Right to Eat](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/holdfast-fighting-right-eat/) - For millennia, California Indians (as this group prefers to be called) have gathered abalone and seaweed, taking only what they need. Today, their traditions are being disrupted by unsustainable harvesting by non-native people. The California Tribal Fund supports and raises the visibility of California-based, California-Native-led nonprofits as they work to protect their food systems, water, - [Third Hand Friction Hitch – Staying Alive While Climbing with Beth Rodden](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/third-hand-friction-hitch-staying-alive-while-climbing-beth-rodden/) - Climbers are dying in Yosemite National Park at a rate of two per year on average -- from preventable mistakes. Learn some “pro tips” from professional climbers Emily Harrington, Beth Rodden, and Tommy Caldwell and improve your chances of staying alive while climbing. Brought to you by the Yosemite Conservancy in partnership with Yosemite National - [HIELO | The North Face](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/hielo-north-face/) - Hielo Continental is one of the largest ice fields in the world and the heart of the Patagonian Andes with the 7 day hiking route, starting in El Chaltén, taking people deep into the mountains. 10 years ago, The North Face Ultrarunner Fernanda Maciel first conceived of her dream to run this epic route in - [Complete Guide to Belay Devices - Differences and Efficient Usage](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/complete-guide-belay-devices-differences-and-efficient-usage/) - Understand the differences between all Belaying Devices and Learn how to use any of them Safely and Efficiently. - [Newtok | The Water is Rising](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/newtok-water-rising/) - Water will erase Newtok, Alaska. To keep their culture and community intact, the Yup’ik residents must relocate their entire village upriver while battling government inertia. They will become some of America’s first climate refugees. This is a film about a village seeking justice in the face of climate disaster. - [Walk In The Park | The North Face](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/walk-park-north-face/) - Human endurance is a powerful thing. Our athletes have been testing the outer limits of performance and possibility time and time again. But what is the average human capable of when faced with their toughest challenge yet? - [Mari Salvesen FLASHES Belly Full of Bad Berries, 5.13](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/mari-salvesen-flashes-belly-full-bad-berries-513/) - Mari Salvesen becomes only the second person in history to flash the 5.13 offwidth Belly Full of Bad Berries in Indian Creek Utah. This is a massively significant ascent in offwidth climbing, crack climbing and women's trad climbing - [Last Great Lines? | Bomba 9b & Bombardino 9a+/9b | Adam Ondra](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/last-great-lines-bomba-9b-bombardino-9a9b-adam-ondra/) - A perfectly cut, steep and exposed line in the vicinity of Arco, with perfect blue and grey limestone and impeccable tufas, has attracted me since I first noticed it. In 2012, I could bolt the last great line to the right of the wall. A series of 3 beautiful tufa features, with just enough holds - [Arc'teryx Presents: Riding Red](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/arcteryx-presents-riding-red/) - Hailing from a broken cultural past, a new generation of Indigenous youth find constructive outlets in the outdoors that provide new perspectives on ancestral lands, community, and culture in a way that forges new opportunities to heal, come together and grow into the future. Featuring: Court Larabee, Chelsie McCutcheon, Michael Barton, Sandy Ward, Myia Antone, - [How to Place Cams | Beginner's Guide to Trad Climbing](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/how-place-cams-beginners-guide-trad-climbing/) - This video highlights how to place cams in cracks for trad climbing. It also shows how to objectively score placements to know if the placement is secure or not. - [The Double Crossing Of The Grand Canyon: Rim to Rim to Rim (48 Miles)](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/double-crossing-grand-canyon-rim-rim-rim-48-miles/) - Billy Yang, ultra-trail runner and friends take us on his journey of the double journey over 48 miles of hiking/running and over 11,000 feet of climbing. - [Cut Resistance of Climbing Ropes Analysed](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/cut-resistance-climbing-ropes-analysed/) - Sharp Carabiners and or Rock formations poses a bigger danger to Climbers than many might think. Although complete Rope snaps are very very rare, but unfortunately it happens and it's important to take care of our equipment - so it could take care of us. And also be aware of surrounding nature to avoid falling, - [Brooke Raboutou Edit: Sendy Switzerland](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/brooke-raboutou-edit-sendy-switzerland/) - Brooke made a sweet edit showcasing her fight with some true test pieces in Ticino this winter. - [Portugal kayaking road trip](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/portugal-kayaking-road-trip/) - Chasing rain water before the snow melt season starts! Got to kayak a lot on the rivers, my favourite river was the "Vez" river. So many good rapids and a pretty cool waterfall in that one! The Castro Laboreiro river was also incredible! Actually, all the rivers I kayaked on where great. - [Swissway to Heaven](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/swissway-heaven/) - Switzerland is a true paradise for multi-pitch climbing, as well as the country where Cedric Lachat was born and raised. Through his unique sense of humor and unbridled enthusiasm, experience the beauty and awe of five iconic peaks and mountain ranges: the Eiger, Gastlosen, Wendenstöcke, Lauterbrunnen, and Rätikon. In addition to footage of hard climbing - [A Mountain Guide’s Life](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/mountain-guides-life/) - A mountain guide is not just a service provider, who takes you wherever you want to go. A mountain guide is an experienced companion, someone who enables you to go further. This is why being a mountain guide is a life choice, something more than just a trade you pick to make ends meet. It - [Going the Distance - and Why It Matters | Lael Wilcox |](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/going-distance-and-why-it-matters-lael-wilcox/) - Lael Wilcox is the first American to win the Trans Am, an ultra-distance cycling race spanning 4,200 miles across the United States. In her talk, Lael instantly plops you in the seat of her saddle, recounting the grueling climb from Astoria, Oregon to Yorktown, Virginia. Her story addresses issues of gender discrimination in a largely - [8b+ Slab With Good Holds! | Adam Ondra](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/8b-slab-good-holds-adam-ondra/) - Arco is great as it offers a variety of face and slab climbing. This wall is one of the most unique I have ever seen. Unlike most other Arco slabs, it is very smooth, with incredible and often very sketchy moves. Watch the video of Diretta Italo Spagnola, an 8b+ on a 5-degree slab with - [A Trail Builder Wakes From Hibernation | MTB Earth](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/trail-builder-wakes-hibernation-mtb-earth/) - Spring has arrived! Our subterranean camera witnesses a mountain bicycle trail builder wake from hibernation. And on this exciting day, we're launching More Trail. Our love for mountain biking is best summed up in two words: More Trail. It's about pushing your boundaries to become a more complete rider and getting more out of the - ["Heavenly Trap" - Márek Holeček and Radoslav Groh complete hard first ascent on Baruntse](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/heavenly-trap-márek-holeček-and-radoslav-groh-complete-hard-first-ascent-baruntse/) - This documentation shows Czech pro-alpinist and Mammut Pro Team athlete Marek Holecek opening a new alpine-style route called "Heavenly Trap" on the northwest face of Baruntse (7162m) in Nepal with his climbing partner Radoslav Groh. Holecek, who already won two Piolets d'Or, the Oscars of mountaineering, with his climbing partner Zdenek Hak in 2017 and - [Proof of Concept](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/proof-concept/) - Introducing 'Proof of Concept', a new film about Outdoor Research Ambassador and pro climber, Sean Bailey. Up against the toughest route he'd ever attempted, Sean pushed himself to new limits and completes the third ascent of Bibliographie, 5.15c. This film dives into Sean's career as a pro climber, and how he uses both success and - [Alex Honnold Answers MORE Rock Climbing Questions From Twitter](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/alex-honnold-answers-more-rock-climbing-questions-twitter/) - Alex Honnold once again uses the power of Twitter to answer common questions about climbing. How do professional climbers make a living? What's the best season for climbing? Does climbing a mountain mess up the mountain? Alex answers all these question and much, much more! - [Introduction To White Water SUP With Beth Kirby](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/introduction-white-water-sup-beth-kirby/) - In this SUPboarder video, Beth Kirby introduces you to White Water SUP and what types of paddling can be done on moving water. - [Hazel Findlay on Esclatamasters 9a with footage](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/hazel-findlay-esclatamasters-9a-footage/) - In March of this year, Hazel Findlay successfully redpointed Esclatamasters in Catalunya to become the second British woman to climb the magic grade of 9a. But what does it take to achieve such elite performance? Niall Grimes talks to Hazel to unravel the process and to get insights into the highs and lows of pushing - [American Alpine Club Legacy Series, Episode 1: Glen Denny](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/american-alpine-club-legacy-series-episode-1-glen-denny/) - An iconic climber and photographer of Yosemite’s Golden Age, Glen Denny documented the ascents and debauchery of Camp 4’s visionary dirtbags during the late 1950s through the 1960s. - [American Alpine Club Legacy Series, Episode 7: Arlene Blum](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/american-alpine-club-legacy-series-episode-7-arlene-blum/) - Arlene Blum led the groundbreaking first American and first all-female ascent of Annapurna in 1978. Despite dangerous avalanches and tumultuous conditions, the team was determined to prove that “A Woman’s Place Is On Top.” And though they surely did, this groundbreaking ascent is also laced with tragedy. In this installment of the AAC’s Legacy Series, - [REFRAMED | BUILT BY WOMEN](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/reframed-built-women/) - "We need women who are the professionals, who are the experts, who are then passing on that knowledge to other women. That’s where I see this going.”—Jenna Pollard Women make up less than five percent of US carpenters by trade. By sharing her skills with a group of women apprentices, timber framer Jenna Pollard is - [Black Diamond Presents: Le Voyage with Babsi Zangerl](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/black-diamond-presents-le-voyage-babsi-zangerl/) - Rack up and go for a journey with Babsi Zangerl as she attempts one of the hardest trad routes in France. - [Zambezi Brothers](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/zambezi-brothers/) - There are so many incredible aspects of kayaking, but nothing can beat getting to travel and kayak with your brothers. To kick off the new year Alec, Hayden and Connor Voorhees traveled to Zambia. It would be their first international kayaking trip together. While older brother, Alec, and middle brother, Hayden, had been on quite - [Manikia Project](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/manikia-project/) - Ever heard of the Manikia Project? It’s a non-profit organization founded by locals from Manikia, Greece and other surrounding villages. Built by a committed group of people who believe in Manikia’s extraordinary potential, the goal of the organization is to highlight outdoor activities in the region — climbing, hiking, cycling, caving, and swimming. The idea - [The Climb At The End Of The Tunnel](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/climb-end-tunnel/) - This is the story of French climber Svana Bjarnson, and her journey to overcome injury and climb beyond her limits. Filmed in around where she currently lives in Spain, Svana's journey is one of determination and ambition as she sets her sights on climbing her first climb of 8c, Fish Eye in Oliana, Spain. - [ONSIGHT: Greatest Climbing Fun | Adam Ondra](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/onsight-greatest-climbing-fun-adam-ondra/) - Adam Ondra - The new video is pure climbing content, along with some of my insights and comments. If you are a climbing fanatic, go and have a look! Since I was a little kid, I have always loved going into the crag I had never been and just trying to onsight everything the crag has - [In what time can Kilian Jornet run a Vertical Kilometer? |](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/what-time-can-kilian-jornet-run-vertical-kilometer/) - Vertical Kilomenter (VK) is all about pure performance. It's not about technique or strategy it's just how much you can work and how strong you are. Watch as Kilian explores Norways epic landscapes to find the perfect spot to break the fastest known time "FKT" of a VK held by Philip Gotsch which is under - [Changing The Flow](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/changing-flow/) - A story spanning nearly a decade, Changing the Flow shows the world what can happen when women defy strict societal norms to find and create a life of their own. In Nepal, women are expected to do a lot of things: stay home to look after their husband, children and in-laws, work the fields, cook, - [Lael Wilcox: Introducing women and girls to bikepacking](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/lael-wilcox-introducing-women-and-girls-bikepacking/) - I had the honour of chatting to ultra-distance record-breaker and bikepacker extraordinaire Lael Wilcox, about the work she's doing to encourage women and girls to discover the joy of bikepacking. We talk about all sorts of things, from her upcoming GRIT (Girls Riding Into Tomorrow) initiative in Tucson, Arizona, to the next installment of - [Ropes: Lab Test - How Soft is too Soft? How Fuzzy is too Fuzzy?](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/ropes-lab-test-how-soft-too-soft-how-fuzzy-too-fuzzy/) - What happens if your Climbing Rope has a Soft Spot and that spot hits your Carabiner exactly on the peak force on a hard Rock Climbing Fall? - [THE HONDALA - A Bouldering Story](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/hondala-bouldering-story/) - The story of Hondo's hardest boulder problem "The Hondala" V11 established by Daniel Vakili. In the world of Joshua Tree bouldering it doesn't get much better. - [Silverspot: The Flight to Recovery](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/silverspot-flight-recovery/) - “How do you find tiny caterpillars in the wild? How does habitat management impact their survival? And once butterflies emerge, where do they go? From detection dogs to larvae tents to gel-penned wings, join us on a flight to the Central Oregon Coast during the summer of 2021 as scientists from the USFS, USFWS, and - [Ski touring speed record on Dhaulagiri 7 summit under 8 hours](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/ski-touring-speed-record-dhaulagiri-7-summit-under-8-hours/) - Take a look behind the scenes of the speed record set by speed mountaineer and DYNAFIT General Manager Benedikt Böhm in October 2019: Dhaulagiri 7 summit (7,246 metres) in 7 hours and 53 minutes. Dhaulagiri 7 is a special ski touring challenge because of its extended ascent and the region’s remoteness. To reach the - [Dory Land | Presented by OARS](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/dory-land-presented-oars/) - For whitewater dory lovers, there’s no better place than Idaho. The state’s miles of wild free-flowing rivers are home to the country’s deepest gorges and some of the best big-water rapids. In 1972, renowned conservationist and Grand Canyon Dories founder Martin Litton asked Curt Chang if he’d like to take some boats and a crew - [Lightfall - A Journey in Photography with Sterling Lorence](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/lightfall-journey-photography-sterling-lorence/) - Lightfall shares the story of legendary MTB photographer Sterling Lorence and his process to get the perfect shot in the dank and misty mountains of Vancouver's legendary North Shore, with riders Jackson Goldstone and Brett Rheeder. - [Chasing The Grade | Women on the Wall](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/chasing-grade-women-wall/) - Moving through the grades in climbing is what climbers aspire to do, but when your project becomes your obsession, nothing else matters, and the dream that you long for sits above the work that you need to do to achieve it. Not much comes easy in this sport, which is what attracted Spanish climber Marta - [Run to the Source](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/run-source/) - Martin Johnson embarks on his most challenging run, as he explores the connection between Black British history and the River Thames. Martin attempts to set a new fastest known time on the 184-mile Thames Path—running from the Thames Barrier in London to the source of the river in the Cotswolds. What starts as a grueling - [Mammut Aspects | Stories from avalanche terrain | Ep. 02 - The call](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/mammut-aspects-stories-avalanche-terrain-ep-02-call/) - After years of physical training and planning for their record-breaking project, La Liste: Everything or Nothing, professional skiers Jérémie Heitz and Sam Anthamatten arrived in Pakistan to find sketchy avalanche conditions on one of their planned routes. Learn what they decided to do and how pro athletes navigate safety management. Key Takeaways: Strong partnerships in the - [Game Hawker | A Wild Journey to Falconry](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/game-hawker-wild-journey-falconry/) - Shawn Hayes leads a life of devotion. For him, falconry is more than a deep partnership with raptors: it’s his life’s work. As an American falconry ambassador, he’s carved a space for himself where people of color haven’t always been welcome. It's taken him across the globe, into strongholds of tradition and conservation. This film - [Nemonte Nenquimo: The forest is our teacher. It's time to respect it | TED Countdown](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/nemonte-nenquimo-forest-our-teacher-its-time-respect-it-ted-countdown/) - For thousands of years, the Amazon rainforest has provided food, water and spiritual connection for its Indigenous inhabitants and the world. But the endless extraction of its natural resources by oil companies and others is destroying the lives of those who live there, says Waorani leader Nemonte Nenquimo, and threatening the overall stability of Earth's - [How to Fit Ice Climbing Crampons and Proper Kicking Technique](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/how-fit-ice-climbing-crampons-and-proper-kicking-technique/) - AMGA Guides Lindsay Fixmer and Patrick Ormond explain how to fit ice climbing crampons, and how best to kick. - [VAL SCURA - The Dark Valley](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/val-scura-dark-valley/) - 3-time Freeride World Tour Champion Arianna Tricomi fulfills a childhood dream in skiing Val Scura (translation: the dark valley), one of the most famous couloirs of the Dolomites. Despite her youth spent on skis in the mountains surrounding her home resort of Alta Badia, it took until now for Arianna to finally step foot into - [Alpine Guide Answers FAQs About Avalanche Safety](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/alpine-guide-answers-faqs-about-avalanche-safety/) - Ever wonder what causes an avalanche? Eddie Bauer alpine climbing guide Angela Hawse has spent the last nine winters as an avalanche forecaster for Telluride Helitrax, and she’s here to answer the internet’s most asked questions about avalanche training and safety, avalanche gear, and much more. - [Tips For Using Ice Tool Tethers](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/tips-using-ice-tool-tethers/) - AMGA guide Patrick Ormond discusses pros and cons for using ice tethers, and gives tips for how to clip them. - [Wild & Still](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/wild-still/) - Known for extreme expeditions in remote areas around the world, the We Are Hungry crew set out on a different style of expedition. With the Ubaye River as the main character, the kayakers seek the source of the river, high in the Alps. From there, they follow the Ubaye as closely as they can through - [Avalanche Rescue Training Scenario| Salomon How To](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/avalanche-rescue-training-scenario-salomon-how/) - In this episode of Salomon’s How-To series, Salomon athletes Chris Rubens, Mike Douglas, Leah Evans, Alexi Godbout and Stan Rey go through an avalanche rescue training scenario. The team will explain how to set up your own training exercise to replicate what an actual avalanche scenario might involve. As a reminder, please take an avalanche - [Ups and Downs: Drew Petersen on navigating the mountains and valleys of mental health through skiing](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/ups-and-downs-drew-petersen-navigating-mountains-and-valleys-mental-health-through-skiing/) - Behind closed doors, professional skier Drew Petersen has been living a much different reality than ski films, magazine covers, and Instagram likes have shown. Following a near-death accident in the mountains, Petersen went into a dark tailspin of mental health struggles. In the following years, he has privately navigated an arduous journey of PTSD, bipolar - [Rivers of Fire](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/rivers-fire/) - From the foliage to the rapids, fall whitewater in the Scottish Highlands is on fire. This short, meditative edit features Pretam Gurung. - [Solace by Tom Gibbons](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/solace-tom-gibbons/) - Karel Sabbe spent his childhood summers hiking in the wilderness. An avid explorer of natural environments, he set his mind to setting the fastest known times on the world's most brutal and beautiful trails. From the Pacific Crest to the Appalachian Trail, he's done that. In the summer of 2021, Karel Sabbe ran the Via - [Tips for Winter Camp in the Backcountry | Salomon How To](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/tips-winter-camp-backcountry-salomon-how/) - In this episode of Salomon’s How-To series, Salomon athletes Mike Douglas and Greg Hill explain some tips and tricks to make your winter camping experience enjoyable and successful. Winter camping is a great way to explore the mountains and go further than you might normally be able to go in a single day. Mike - [How to Build and Rappel off of a V-Thread Anchor on a Multi-Pitch Ice Climb](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/how-build-and-rappel-v-thread-anchor-multi-pitch-ice-climb/) - AMGA Guide Patrick Ormond explains how to construct and transition to a v-thread anchor midway through descending a multipitch ice climb. - [The Big Bang: The Emma Twyford Story](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/big-bang-emma-twyford-story/) - When Emma Twyford powered, crimped and screamed her way to the top of The Big Bang at Lower Pen Trwyn, she ended a three-year battle and entered British climbing’s history books as the first British woman to break the 9a barrier. This 30-minute film by filmmaker David Petts of Volo Digital is her story. It - [Ice Climbing Movement and Technique, Part 2](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/ice-climbing-movement-and-technique-part-2/) - AMGA guides show and comment on proper technique for ice climbing, like footing and body positioning. This is part two of our discussion on movement and technique, preceded by a video on technique for climbing ice pillars. - ["Maneuvers" - An Experiment in Ski Animation by Sämi Ortlieb](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/maneuvers-experiment-ski-animation-sämi-ortlieb/) - "Maneuvers (Manöver)" is an experimental animation combining skiing with stop-motion animation. Produced by Level 1, directed by Sämi Ortlieb. Excerpted from our 2019 feature film "Romance". - [Grassroots by HBCUs Outside & Black Diamond Ft. FAMU Ambassador Adrian Wilson of Rattlers Outside](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/grassroots-hbcus-outside-black-diamond-ft-famu-ambassador-adrian-wilson-rattlers-outside/) - This film follows HBCUs Outside FAMU Ambassador Adrian Wilson leading an experience for Rattlers Outside with support from Black Diamond Equipment. How you can get involved? 1. Watch, Like, & Share the film! 2. Become an Ambassador! If you're an HBCU student, apply today! If you are not an HBCU student let your family and - [Home Crag: A Climbing Film | Ft. Nathaniel Coleman](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/home-crag-climbing-film-ft-nathaniel-coleman/) - Gnarly Nutrition's “Home Crag,” filmed and edited by Headlamp Studios, features rock climber and Olympic medalist Nathaniel Coleman, Salt Lake Climber Alliance's Executive Director Julia Geisler and USA Climbing's CEO Marc Norman. “Home Crag” illuminates the three unified perspectives on why the rock climbing in LCC deserves protection, and illustrates why the canyon is like - [Theres No Place Like Home](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/theres-no-place-home/) - Sam Smoothy has never skied less in his entire life. Living in New Zealand has its perks, but during the start of the Covid-19 Pandemic, international travel was completely off the table. Fresh off a string of injuries, Smoothy was frothing to get back out on snow, but a lackluster start to the southern hemisphere - [Girl Crush — Skiing, Camping & Forging Friendships in the Heart of Winter | Salomon TV](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/girl-crush-skiing-camping-forging-friendships-heart-winter-salomon-tv/) - Girl Crush tells the story of five women skiing and camping in the heart of winter; forging friendships, collaborating on decisions, and learning to be proud to be a woman in the mountains. - [TWO YEARS ON A BIKE 1/4](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/two-years-bike-14/) - My book Two Years on a Bike - From Vancouver to Patagonia has just released and I would like to tell you more about the preparation and share some of the stories from the road. Buy Signed Limited Edition: https://www.espiritu-libre.com Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/martijndoolaard Watch One Year on a Bike: https://vimeo.com/ondemand/oneyearona... Buy Prints: https://society6.com/martijnd Both books are - [Rob Coppolillo: Are You Skiing with a Group or with a Team?](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/rob-coppolillo-are-you-skiing-group-or-team/) - The Northwest Avalanche Center presents Rob Coppolillo, IFMGA Mountain Guide & Writer Are You Skiing with a Group ... or with a Team? - [Ice Climbing Movement and Technique for Pillars](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/ice-climbing-movement-and-technique-pillars/) - AMGA guide Lindsay Fixmer climbs an ice pillar while AMGA guides Patrick Ormond and Dale Remsberg commentate on her technique. - [Spirit of the Peaks | Hunkpapa Lakota skier balances athletic passion and cultural obligation](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/spirit-peaks-hunkpapa-lakota-skier-balances-athletic-passion-and-cultural-obligation/) - “Spirit of the Peaks” is a film about the struggle for balance between two worlds. For Hunkpapa Lakota skier Connor Ryan, skiing in Ute Territory has always raised questions about being in reciprocity with the land and its people. As a skier who connects with the land through sport, he empathizes with the injustices that - [ACT II - Grandeur - Bikepacking The White Rim](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/act-ii-grandeur-bikepacking-white-rim/) - This video is a little bit more personal to me. In 2016 I went on my first real solo adventure and the crown jewel was bikepacking the White Rim. I had an incredible time on the trip and it turned out to be quite transformative. I proved to myself I could go on adventures alone. - [SAUVATGE](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/sauvatge/) - Pierre Hourticq and Helias Millerioux have two different perspectives on the mountains. But they both want to seek new adventures and the freedom to explore. It is just this chemistry that leads them to attempt extreme routes like the "PIC DU MIDI D’OSSAU", "Vignemale’s Couloir de GAUBE", the north face of "TAILLON", "Couloir SWAN" along - [How to Choose a Freeski Line in Backcountry | Salomon How-To](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/how-choose-freeski-line-backcountry-salomon-how/) - In this episode of Salomon’s How-To series, Salomon athlete Alexi Godbout explains the process of choosing a line in the backcountry. Alexi explains things to consider and hazards to avoid when setting a skin track and choosing your descent. As a reminder, please take an avalanche safety class (like an AIARE Level 1), in order - [Ice Hunters: Cave of Dreams](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/ice-hunters-cave-dreams-0/) - Jeff Mercier explores the joys of ice climbing in Chamonix after some time away from the mountains. 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We had the opportunity to ski a few lines and run some trails with Drew and learn more about his connection with Utah’s mountains and beyond. - [Sierra Blair-Coyle Battles with Offwidth Climbing](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/sierra-blair-coyle-battles-offwidth-climbing/) - Tom Randall and Mary Eden (aka Tradprincess), take competition climber Sierra Blair-Coyle Offwidth climbing for the first time. They learn about taping, different offwidth attire, and a number of different techniques including arm bars, heel toe cams, chicken wings and side winder squeeze chimneys. Massive thanks go to Sierra Blair-Coyle for joining us and to - [UNTRAMMELED](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/untrammeled/) - Untrammeled is an inspiring film about passing the torch for wilderness to the next generation. Filmed in Montana's Scapegoat and Bob Marshall Wilderness areas, it features Montana high school and college-age youth as they experience wilderness, some for the very first time. Produced for the 50th Anniversary of the Wilderness Act, it will be featured - [BEYOND FOCUS 4/4 | Climbing Wall Inside the Sauna | Adam Ondra](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/beyond-focus-44-climbing-wall-inside-sauna-adam-ondra/) - If perfectionism lives somewhere, its place won't be far from Adam's. The preparation for the Olympics culminates and Adam reaches his physical maximum. But what about his mental state? The pressure from friends, society and media starts to have an effect. It's not easy to deal with all that. The final episode of a - [Ice Anchor Load Distribution: Pre-Equalized vs Quad](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/ice-anchor-load-distribution-pre-equalized-vs-quad/) - International Federation of Mountain Guides Associations (IFMGA) guide Patrick Ormond demonstrates the difference in load distribution between a pre-equalized ice anchor, and a quad ice anchor. - [How to Keep Your Feet Warm When Hiking or Camping in the Winter!](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/how-keep-your-feet-warm-when-hiking-or-camping-winter/) - Keeping your feet warm while winter camping or backpacking is one of the most important skills for camp comfort. If your feet are warm, you're a happy camper. But there is nothing worse than icy cold feet, it'll make you feel miserable. Her are my tips for keeping your feet warm, dry, and happy while - [Ice Hunters: Cave of Dreams](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/ice-hunters-cave-dreams/) - Jeff Mercier explores the joys of ice climbing in Chamonix after some time away from the mountains. He’s met by the discovery of a beautiful ice cave, full of imagination and possibility. “I stumble upon an image recently taken showing the inside of an enormous ice cave. There’s no further information given about its - [My Home Run: Potomac x Kaelin Friedenson](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/my-home-run-potomac-x-kaelin-friedenson/) - “I would say the Potomac is probably one of the best home rivers you could have.” On the lower part of the Potomac River in a little canal called, Feeder Canal, Kaelin Friedenson learned to slalom kayak. As he got more and more into kayaking, he realized that the Potomac River has it all. 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We would start from the ground, climb until we fell off and then lower back - [BEYOND FOCUS 3/4 | Brutal Training Effort Is Not Everything | Adam Ondra](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/beyond-focus-34-brutal-training-effort-not-everything-adam-ondra/) - My training routine for the first Olympics ever? Literally hardcore! Bouldering, lead climbing, speed – I went full throttle. Everything needs to be precisely planned and executed. There's no time to pick up the crumbs. You need to grab a big bite. However, an unexpected event could change everything. The Olympic Games were postponed by - [REDPOINTING: APPROACH AND TACTICS PART TWO](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/redpointing-approach-and-tactics-part-two/) - From Ben Moon: I have been sport climbing for more than 35 years. In the early 80s when I first started to push myself on harder routes, we did them in the traditional style which was “ground up with yoyos”. We would start from the ground, climb until we fell off and then lower back - [Ama Dablam Summit | The technical Mountain | Mingma David Sherpa](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/ama-dablam-summit-technical-mountain-mingma-david-sherpa/) - Here is my summit vlog from the Ama Dablam, 6812M known as one of the technical mountain to climb. Enjoy the full journey and make sure to subscribe my channel for future uploads. Thank you for all your love and support. - [How to Identify Avalanche Terrain](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/how-identify-avalanche-terrain/) - From Outdoor Research, this video focuses on the basics of identifying avalanche terrain. Be safe out there! Learn more about avalanche safety at https://avtraining.org/ - [REDPOINTING: APPROACH AND TACTICS PART ONE](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/redpointing-approach-and-tactics-part-one/) - From Ben Moon: I have been sport climbing for more than 35 years. In the early 80s when I first started to push myself on harder routes, we did them in the traditional style which was “ground up with yoyos”. We would start from the ground, climb until we fell off and then lower back - [Planning and Preparing for River Trip | Basic Whitewater Safety](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/planning-and-preparing-river-trip-basic-whitewater-safety/) - Enjoy the first full length video of our Basic Whitewater Safety series. This video covers some of the most important basic whitewater safety elements including; how to choose the right river, river classification, river resources, understanding the dynamics of rivers, what essential gear is necessary, river hazards, group assessments, using eddies, hand signals, setting safety, - [CONSCIENCE](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/conscience/) - At the dawn of the greatest change in the history of humanity, all our actions in the present have consequences on our future. We must be aware of this. 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The iconic Canadian ski route dishes out some shaky spring conditions, tests rappelling confidence, hurt hip flexors, and breaks personal rules to never - [BEYOND FOCUS 1/4 | Journey Onto the Olympic Stage | Adam Ondra](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/beyond-focus-14-journey-olympic-stage-adam-ondra/) - "There was a conflict inside me. I love rock climbing, but I love challenges. How much will I be able to sacrifice for the challenge? How will I convince myself to do a discipline I do not enjoy doing? Enjoyment plays a massive role in climbing, in my opinion. Often, if I am asked what - [How to Remove Ice Screws](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/how-remove-ice-screws/) - AMGA guide Lindsay Fixmer explains how to remove ice screws. - [Arc'teryx Presents: 4 Elements](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/arcteryx-presents-4-elements/) - A story about nature, passion and skiing rooted in the four elements: earth, water, fire, air. 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Learn about avalanche safety and Terrain Management with Cody Townsend & Utah Avalanche Center - [Below The Knee, Above The Clouds](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/below-knee-above-clouds/) - In the winter of 2020-2021, Santiago Vega completed the first-known disabled ski descent of the Grand Teton via the Ford-Stettner Couloir, one of the 50 Classic Ski Descents on North America. Santiago dreamed of skiing the Grand Teton since he was seven years old. Alongside IFMGA Guide Mark Smiley and local guide Tim Cohn, he - [Arc'teryx Presents: Here Goes](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/arcteryx-presents-here-goes/) - A mantra is a personal phrase that is intended to use your thoughts as a guide. Before Sam drops into any line, he utters his own mantra, "here goes". What began as a superstitious habit has become the final push of confidence used to face any task he might encounter. 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The - [Foot Exercises for HIKERS! | Deeply Moving with Elena Cheung](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/foot-exercises-hikers-deeply-moving-elena-cheung/) - Foot exercises for hikers! Gotta keep those hiking feet happy! In this 20-minute follow along, movement specialist Elena Cheung shares five foot exercises for hikers to proactively give your feet some TLC. Perfect for hikers, runners, or anyone who spends a lot of time on their feet. Suitable for all levels. Required prop: one lacrosse/tennis/yoga - [How to Rack Up for Lead Ice Climbing](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/how-rack-lead-ice-climbing/) - AMGA Mountain Guides Lindsay Fixmer and Patrick Ormond explain the perfect ice climbing harness and gear setup for leading ice. - [Climber, filmmaker Jimmy Chin: Peak performance](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/climber-filmmaker-jimmy-chin-peak-performance/) - Jimmy Chin, the National Geographic photographer and Oscar-winning co-director of "Free Solo" and "The Rescue," talks with correspondent Lilia Luciano about living life on the edge, and the greatest risk he's ever taken. - [When You Hit Rock Bottom, You Start Climbing: Anna Liina Laitinen's SISU](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/when-you-hit-rock-bottom-you-start-climbing-anna-liina-laitinens-sisu/) - Rock Climbing was not something that came early to Finnish climber Anna Liina Laitinen. She was a gymnast and a skiing enthusiast first, but when she discovered climbing, she knew it was what she would be doing for the rest of her life. - [MIDDLE KINGS 2021](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/middle-kings-2021/) - Middle kings is about as all time a run can get. You gotta be willing to put in the work to get there but it’s one of the most epic places that’s out there. Not only is the hike one of the most amazing places I have been to, but then the river itself is - [Outdoor Research Films: Craft](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/outdoor-research-films-craft/) - What would it mean to be the best skier in the world if skiing was all you had in life? That question is part of what motivates Outdoor Research ambassadors Zack Giffin and Micah Evangelista. Zack’s craft as a carpenter gives him a sense of gratitude that puts his life as a pro skier in - [Wood On Water](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/wood-water/) - Established in 1893, Keewaydin is one of the oldest operating summer camps in North America. And while it looks much the same as it did in the early 1900s, merely 20 years ago something major changed: girls were allowed to go ‘tripping.’ As a filmmaker, Hannah Maia was interested in how something established more than - [Bear Spray & Blizzards... When Kayaking In The Wilderness Goes Wrong w/ Nouria Newman](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/bear-spray-blizzards-when-kayaking-wilderness-goes-wrong-w-nouria-newman/) - Nouria Newman is no stranger to adventure as a professional kayaker, but when she embarked on a solo mission to be the first person to paddle the Pitt river in British Columbia during winter, a few things didn't go entirely to plan... After carrying her kayak through the snowy wilderness she accidentally sprayed herself in - [SHARED TERRITORY - AUZANGATE](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/shared-territory-auzangate/) - If you find yourself in Cusco, Peru, and look to the east, you’ll see a snow-capped mountain. It will likely be more massive than any mountain you have ever seen. The mountain has been the guardian, the giver of life, the Apu of not only Cusco but all the communities that live in its shadow. - [How to Store Your BACKPACKING Gear So it Lasts! | Miranda in the Wild](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/how-store-your-backpacking-gear-so-it-lasts-miranda-wild/) - Wondering how to store your backpacking gear? Properly storing and caring for your backpacking and camping gear can help it last a long time, so watch this video to learn tips for storage, maintenance, and more - [A Space For All](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/space-all/) - The outdoor industry has historically lacked diversity. Brooke Goudy is working to change that. A Space For All is a short film about representation, community, and the work that Brooke is doing to get more people of color to experience the joy of bikes. - [Avalanche Fundamentals: Intro to Avalanches and Terrain - Part 1](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/avalanche-fundamentals-intro-avalanches-and-terrain-part-1/) - Education Coordinator, Shannon Regan provides an introduction to avalanches, terminology, identification of avalanche terrain, and case studies as a jumping-off point for our discussion of avalanches. This is the first of our Avalanche Fundamentals lectures. - [The hilarious Nick Offerman on acting, the pandemic, and hiking ‘on purpose’](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/hilarious-nick-offerman-acting-pandemic-and-hiking-purpose/) - Most widely known as the curmudgeonly libertarian Ron Swanson on NBC’s hit comedy ‘Parks and Recreation,’ Nick Offerman admits to several similarities with his character: a love of carpentry, whiskey, and the great outdoors. Now, Offerman is turning his attention to a new cause: environmental activism. His new book, ‘Where The Deer and Antelope Play,’ - [Badwater Basin to Mt Whitney Summit with Alex Honnold - The FIFTY - Line 33 of 50](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/badwater-basin-mt-whitney-summit-alex-honnold-fifty-line-33-50/) - In the never ending quest to make The FIFTY more difficult, Cody Townsend is joined by legendary rock climber and free soloist Alex Honnold to attempt to link together the lowest spot in North America, Badwater Basin (-282' below sea level) with the highest spot in the continental United States, Mt. Whitney (14,505' above sea - [VERSATILE | The North Face](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/versatile-north-face/) - Both experts in their disciplines, Victor De Le Rue and Sam Anthamatten are still looking for fun and new adventures. Team athletes and free riders, they are changing the way we move in the mountains. The goal is no longer to reach a summit and then come back down, now they jump over crevasses, ride - [Resilience: Tatiana Butte | Outdoor Outreach](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/resilience-tatiana-butte-outdoor-outreach/) - We are excited to introduce you to Tatiana Butte, a Leadership Program graduate and Outdoor Equity Advocate at Outdoor Outreach. Tatiana is an amazing young leader who is sharing the transformative power of the outdoors with youth from her local communities, and working to ensure equitable access to the outdoors for future generations. Tatiana is - [My Home Run: Raquette x Tony Gianfagna](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/my-home-run-raquette-x-tony-gianfagna/) - With six scheduled releases through the end of summer, the Raquette River is something Tony looks forward to throughout the year. Even better, he’s got a crew of friends guaranteed to be on the water. And as he and his crew have grown up and priorities have shifted to careers and families, that time on - [The Good Line - A Gravel Cycling Film](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/good-line-gravel-cycling-film/) - The Good Line is a short film about the intersection of gravel cycling and mental health, particularly as it relates to men. - [The Fight To Climb: Petra Klingler's Exceptional Story](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/fight-climb-petra-klinglers-exceptional-story/) - Its the fifth season of La Sportiva Living Legends and we have some incredible stories to share with you, first up Swiss Bouldering World Champion, Petra Klingler. Growing up on the mountainous outskirts of Zurich, Petra's childhood and surroundings were the ideal place to hone her skills as a climber in the outdoors. However Petra's - [The North Face presents: ASCEND, Reframing Disability in the Outdoors](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/north-face-presents-ascend-reframing-disability-outdoors/) - “It's not about these summits, it's about these experiences in the mountains with my friends and communities, having conversations about what it feels like to be a minority in the mountains…” Last winter, Vasu Sojitra and his two friends Emilé Zynobia and Zahan Billimoria set out to ski Mt. Moran—in the process, reshaped the conversation - [GREAT WIDE OPEN EPISODE 4: THE WOLFMAN](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/great-wide-open-episode-4-wolfman/) - Jared heads to Yellowstone National Park to link up with “Wolfman” Douglas Smith, a leading wolf biologist and project leader for the Wolf Restoration Project in Yellowstone. Together they search Yellowstone for wolves and discuss how wolves have been misunderstood as villains in popular culture. Great Wide Open is a series of 6 short films, - [Taking To The Skies For Climate Change | Climate Games](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/taking-skies-climate-change-climate-games/) - How much of the world’s energy comes from sustainable sources? I’m given free reign at a renewable energy factory to show you exactly how much in the best way I can - with some epic tricks! - [My Home Run: Stony Creek X Tito Onyekweli](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/my-home-run-stony-creek-x-tito-onyekweli/) - “[Paddling] allows me to cope with life. Life is stressful. Being Black in America is really stressful. Having a place where I can just know that I can relax is like nothing other.” For Tito Onyekweli that place is on the river. He learned to SUP on the Potomac River and as he applied to - ['Black Sherpa' summits every Colorado 14er in a push for more diversity in outdoor recreation](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/black-sherpa-summits-every-colorado-14er-push-more-diversity-outdoor-recreation/) - Gill, also known as the Black Sherpa, is originally from Baltimore, Maryland. He moved to Colorado three years ago with his family because of work. He quickly fell in love with Colorado’s outdoors, but considering he was raised at sea level (the highest peak in Maryland is just 3,360 feet, and Baltimore's elevation is less - [Run to Be Visible](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/run-be-visible/) - Lydia Jennings is a member of the Huichol (Wixaritari) and Pascua Yaqui (Yoeme) Nations and holds a doctorate in soil microbiology. Her work is dedicated to environmental science and the essential role of Indigenous communities in these spaces. Her hope is to create more inclusive academic and environmental landscapes. In place of her graduation, which - [Out Of Frame | The North Face](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/out-frame-north-face/) - What does it take to capture the world’s most epic adventures in the planet’s most extreme locations? ‘Out Of Frame’ follows athlete, mountain guide and outdoor photographer @mathis_dumas to his vertical workspace in the Mont Blanc massif, where, suspended in the air and with camera in hand, he tackles a never-been-done shoot on a high - [GREAT WIDE OPEN EPISODE 3: THE ROCKSTAR](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/great-wide-open-episode-3-rockstar/) - Free soloist Alex Honnold, known for his historic ascent of El Capitan without ropes as documented in the Academy Award Winning Free Solo, takes Jared up Matthes Crest in Tuolumne Meadows in Yosemite National Park. Honnold shares how his life was shaped by the early years of climbing with his father and how his - [TROLL WALL - An Unforgiving Climb up Europe's Highest Wall](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/troll-wall-unforgiving-climb-europes-highest-wall/) - Troll Wall, the tallest rock face in Europe, and possibly one of the most dangerous. The danger of the wall doesn’t come from difficulty, steepness or height, but from the quality of the rock itself; It’s loose. Not loose in a way that you might break a hand or foot hold, more terrifyingly loose that - [They/Them Film and Panel | One Climber's Story](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/theythem-film-and-panel-one-climbers-story/) - For Lor Sabourin, climbing is more than a sport; it’s a way of exploring identity and building resilience in the face of adversity. They/Them follows Lor, a trans climber, into the sandstone canyons of northern Arizona, on a journey to piece together one of the hardest and most inspiring routes of their life. By embracing - [My Home Run: Chattahoochee x Cat Hardman](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/my-home-run-chattahoochee-x-cat-hardman/) - “What I think is really cool about having this whitewater park right next to me is that I can get a text message update that the dam is going to release 9,000 CFS or 14,000 CFS, and if I’m sitting in class I can just see that and be like, ‘Ohp, kayaking sounds better than - [GREAT WIDE OPEN - EPISODE 2 THE DIRTBAG](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/great-wide-open-episode-2-dirtbag/) - Featuring Renan Ozturk, Alex Honnold, & Tommy Caldwell. Jared joins Renan Ozturk, dirtbag climber and accomplished cinematographer in Yosemite. Renan discusses how paying attention to the small details and not just the wide view can make a difference between life and death in rock climbing. Together they explore Yosemite Park in tandem as they embark - [How NOT 2 Multipitch Climb with Doug Robinson](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/how-not-2-multipitch-climb-doug-robinson/) - I got to climb with Doug Robinson! Super fun! Bobby and Mike climb next to us and we all give tips about multipitch climbing as we go up. - [GREAT WIDE OPEN - THE CONQUISTADOR](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/great-wide-open-conquistador-0/) - Featuring Tommy Caldwell, Sasha Digiulian, Alex Honnold, & Renan Ozturk. In this episode, Jared meets up with Tommy Caldwell, known for the first free climb of the Dawn Wall of Yosemite’s El Capitan with Kevin Jorgeson in 2015. Tommy leads Jared on a sunset climb in Yosemite where Jared gets roped up and repels thousands - [Doug Robinson - Father of clean climbing gives away the dirty secrets](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/doug-robinson-father-clean-climbing-gives-away-dirty-secrets/) - Doug Robinson is one of the coolest guys we know. A contemporary of Yosemite climbing greats like Tom Frost and Yvon Chouinard, Doug has witnessed and been part of the growth and innovation in climbing over the last 60+ years and he was kind enough to share his stories with us. In this interview Doug - [Doug Robinson shows us How NOT 2 rappel](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/doug-robinson-shows-us-how-not-2-rappel/) - You join us as we rappel/abseil 400 ft. Doug Robinson joins Mike Rogers, Bobby Hutton and myself as we bring we show you some of the systems we regularly use descending cliffs. Rappelling is dangerous! Accidents while rappelling kill climbers regularly. Pay attention, Check your systems, communicate and always consider tying stopper knots. We recommend - [How to Film Your Own Paddling Adventure](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/how-film-your-own-paddling-adventure/) - Paddling trips create incredible memories of outdoor adventures with friends and family. Unfortunately, most paddling trips don't end with those memories captured on video, because filming on the water can be tricky and expensive if you drop your gear in the water. This video shows you how to film your own paddling adventure and get - [Stefano Ghisolfi + Bibliographie: Hardest Route In Céüse](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/stefano-ghisolfi-bibliographie-hardest-route-céüse/) - In 2020 Alex Megos climbed Bibliographie, a route thought to be the world's second 9c. It became Stefano Ghisolfi's new project, as he worked it between his busy competition schedule. We filmed him two days after the Briancon World Cup. - [Doug Robinson - OG Yosemite Climber shares history](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/doug-robinson-og-yosemite-climber-shares-history/) - Doug Robinson is one of the coolest guys we know. A contemporary of Yosemite climbing greats like Tom Frost and Yvon Chouinard, Doug has witnessed and been part of the growth and innovation in climbing over the last 60+ years and he was kind enough to share his stories with us. In this interview - [DOWNHILL: Crushing the Running World Record on Etna’s Volcano](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/downhill-crushing-running-world-record-etnas-volcano/) - Retired from pro mountain biking but still hungry for adrenaline and the thrill of adventure, Salomon Running Team Manager Greg Vollet, alongside Salomon Running athlete Ana Cufer, who specializes in downhill running, team up to take on one of their toughest challenges yet: to break the downhill running world record on Etna an active volcano - [Digital Crack Now and Then](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/digital-crack-now-and-then/) - On 26th June 2021 Alessandro Zeni and Enzo Oddo repeated Digital Crack, a unique line of 8a, located on a 50 m red granite monolith in the middle of the Arete des Cosmiques (Mont Blanc area), at 3800 m. Alessandro Zeni and Enzo Oddo weren’t even born when Thierry Renault and Alain Ghersen have freed - [FLOWSTATE S2, Ep5: The Killey](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/flowstate-s2-ep5-killey/) - From the raw videos and footage, you might think kayak expeditions are all send it and hope for the best. But in this episode of FLOWSTATE, the crew shares what it takes to pick apart each section of the Killey River. Glacial runoff and rains make paddling the Killey unpredictable. Despite solid beta from past - [A Conversation](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/conversation/) - The film is built around a conversation between Academy Award-winning filmmaker Jimmy Chin and Ugandan-born snowboarder Brolin Mawejje. Their conversation tells a story about their unlikely career paths and diversity in the outdoor industry; building into Brolin’s own uncertainty about his goals to snowboard in the Olympics. - [150 years since Lucy Walker was the first Woman on the Matterhorn](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/150-years-lucy-walker-was-first-woman-matterhorn/) - A woman’s place was seen as firmly in the home when British woman Lucy Walker became the first female to summit the Matterhorn. She not only managed the climb in cumbersome skirts and hobnail boots, but also overcame a deeply embedded gender bias in mountaineering, inspiring countless future female alpinists to follow in her footsteps. - [Trail Builder vs Trail Poacher | MTB Earth](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/trail-builder-vs-trail-poacher-mtb-earth/) - A trail builder defends his territory. These rare creatures are a vital part of the mountain bicycle ecosystem. - [Fifty | Trail Running Film](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/fifty-trail-running-film/) - Fifty follows an amateur runner as he tackles his first ultra marathon in the mountains. The challenging 50-mile (80 km) course runs along an ancient Indigenous pathway and is part of the historic HBC fur brigade route. Official selection of Toronto Short Film Festival and Buenos Aires Running Film Festival. - [Nalle Hukkataival: Deep Water Soloing in Finland](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/nalle-hukkataival-deep-water-soloing-finland/) - Floating sauna? Check. Committing moves high above Finland’s biggest lake? Check. This is deep water soloing … Finnish style. Finnish climber Nalle Hukkataival is arguably one of the world’s most prolific first ascensionists of highball boulders. But as the blocs keep getting bigger and bigger, he recently traded a crash pad for freshwater. In this - [SEND THE SEARCH: HAWGIN' THE CHILCOTINS WITH KENNY SMITH](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/send-search-hawgin-chilcotins-kenny-smith/) - To Send the Search is to be relentless in your hunt for epic. Kenny Smith and his ragtag crew are all-in on this 8-day adventure into the wild unknown. Hawgin’ the Chilcotins takes a band of brothers, drops them into a land of bears and insect armadas, and shows us what true “send-it-and-see” commitment - [Chris Sharma sets the hardest boulder at his new gym in Barcelona](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/chris-sharma-sets-hardest-boulder-his-new-gym-barcelona/) - Chris Sharma came up with an unique wall shape for his new climbing gym in Barcelona: A free floating Boulder Block hanging from the ceiling! He set the Kingline boulder up the huge prow with an amazing mix of Axis climbing holds: Mixing macros, holds & screw-ons he created the most difficult boulder in - [KO Boulder & Duel Lead Climbing | Rock Master 2021 in Arco, Italy](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/ko-boulder-duel-lead-climbing-rock-master-2021-arco-italy/) - Wow, that was Rock Master 2021. After a one-year break, we met with other friends from all over Europe (including Martin Stráník and Eliška Adamovská) in my favorite Arco, near Lago di Garda. Rock Master is a competition with the longest history in sport climbing. I dreamed about this competition since I was a little - [Mnemosyne E9, first ascent, Ben Nevis north face](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/mnemosyne-e9-first-ascent-ben-nevis-north-face/) - TBH I almost just walked away from this route because the protection was seemed so bad and that ledge rather threatening. But you never really know the true difficulty and seriousness of it until you try it properly. When I did, it unravelled bit by bit. Still scary as hell to lead though and I - [Girls Gone Wide](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/girls-gone-wide/) - Join Kaya Lindsay, Mary Eden, Samantha Mac, and Mercadi Carlson with guest appearances from Tom Paul Randall for a skin scraping grueling month long journey in Vedauwoo, Wyoming. This video was a labor of love and we had so many climbs, people, and good times that most of it ended up being cut out. This - [Seb Bouin's Vintage Rock Tour Ep.6](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/seb-bouins-vintage-rock-tour-ep6/) - Seb Bouin, one of the world's strongest climbers, gets a technical lesson when he visits Cimaï, a technical masterpiece of 8a and 8b routes, near to Toulon on the south coast of France. - [FLOWSTATE S2, Ep4: The Bremner](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/flowstate-s2-ep4-bremner/) - Everyone loves a good redemption story. Last year, the crew set out to paddle the Tiekel River, but the whitewater kayaking expedition quickly turned into a kayak-packing trip as they basically portaged the entire run. With a plan to redeem the expedition, Brendan, Parker and Jay set out with ambitious goals: Run the Tiekel River - [VERDON The show must go on](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/verdon-show-must-go/) - We are proud to present "VERDON The show must go on", a movie about the evolution of a climbing mecca in the words of climbers from different generations. History, anecdotes and emotions from the beginning in the ‘60s up to modern times, with a look at the future. Can you define yourself as a climber - [Kayaking on Rivers | Paddling for Beginners](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/kayaking-rivers-paddling-beginners/) - Rivers are some of the best places to launch kayaks. But there are some things to know about paddling in rivers with flowing water (river current) to keep your kayaking trips safe and fun. In this video, we talk about the basics of paddling on rivers. - [Choosing a correct Rope, How many falls can it Hold? & Why Ropes Twist?](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/choosing-correct-rope-how-many-falls-can-it-hold-why-ropes-twist/) - Detailed Class on Climbing Ropes. You will learn differences between Climbing Ropes. How to safely use and maintain a Climbing rope? How many falls it can hold? Also why Ropes twist & how to avoid that. - [Black Diamond Presents: What It Takes—Hillary Gerardi & The 90K du Mont-Blanc](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/black-diamond-presents-what-it-takes-hillary-gerardi-90k-du-mont-blanc/) - Switching gears from shorter distances to a straight-up gnarly 90K ultra through the technical mountains of Chamonix is an admirable feat. But to win? That’s a tall order. For BD Athlete Hillary Gerardi, the transition to longer distances was a goal spawned by a winter of massive days on skis. Having completed the famous 110K - [The Impossible Rope Solo: Sean Villanueva O'Driscoll](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/impossible-rope-solo-sean-villanueva-odriscoll/) - Sean Villanueva O'Driscoll is no stranger to adventure, fear and hard climbing. He is a true legend and today we discover the story behind his outrageous rope solo of the Patagonia line, Moonwalk Traverse. - [3 biomechanical techniques in rock climbing](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/3-biomechanical-techniques-rock-climbing/) - Hi I'm a doctor from Australia. Today we're going to talk about how rock climbers use the biomechanics of the human body to their advantage. And if you're a rock climber yourself, then hopefully you're going to learn better rock climbing techniques or learn why you do things a certain way. - [FLOWSTATE S2, Ep3: Prince William Sound](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/flowstate-s2-ep3-prince-william-sound/) - On the hunt for tidal waves and waterfalls, Brendan Wells joins a childhood friend and Coast Guard Captain for a multi-sport adventure. With a 26-foot ocean boat as their base camp and a quiver of kayaks and SUP boards, the crew cruises Prince William Sound. Brendan times the trip to hit the biggest tidal exchange, - [Become a Belayer I can Trust](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/become-belayer-i-can-trust/) - Detailed Course for Sport Climbers. From Basics to Advanced Techniques that help you to become an Independent Climber capable of understanding the Safety of any Climbing Situation. - [How I Rope Solo. Everything You Need to Know!!](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/how-i-rope-solo-everything-you-need-know/) - Wide Boyz answers all your questions you asked me about rope soloing. These areWid Boyz opinions and my methods, these are not necessarily the safest, most efficient or best practice methods. Don't copy me or think what i'm saying is text book, it's not. Do your research and select your own methods to fit with the - [Committed—Episode 3: Babsi Zangerl and Jacopo Larcher Attempt the Eiger North Face in a Day](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/committed-episode-3-babsi-zangerl-and-jacopo-larcher-attempt-eiger-north-face-day/) - The Eiger has long been one of the world’s most notorious mountains. Its iconic North Face is steeped in history and has served as a proving ground for the world’s leading climbers for generations. In 2018, Babsi Zangerl and Jacopo Larcher managed to claim the coveted second ascent of the wall’s most difficult route—Odyssee (8a+). - [The EIGER · Wall of Death · BBC](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/eiger-·-wall-death-·-bbc/) - BBC explores a history of one of the world's most challenging mountains, the Eiger, and its infamous North Face. The film gets to the heart of one of Europe's most notorious peaks, exploring its character and its impact on the people who climb it and live in its awesome shadow. ---Sam Wollaston Review--- Mountains don't - [Injured Ankle Alpine Rescue - Arc'teryx Academy Tips](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/injured-ankle-alpine-rescue-arcteryx-academy-tips/) - Sometimes accidents happen in the mountains. Dealing with an emergencies is an essential skill in the arsenal of any alpinist. More tips from the Arc'teryx Alpine Academy. - [FURSA](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/fursa/) - Fursa is the Swahili word for opportunity. Together with Amani Racing, we are supporting athletes from East Africa with the opportunity to race against the top gravel riders in the World. Four elite cyclists have been chosen to come to the US and race SBT GRVL, BWR Asheville & Vermont Overland developing new pathways for - [Why Is Janja Garnbret The Best Competition Climber Ever?](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/why-janja-garnbret-best-competition-climber-ever/) - We travel to Janja's hometown in Slovenia to try and learn her secrets, and paint an intimate portrait of this young champion as she tries to make history by sweeping an entire season of bouldering World Cups. Adapted from our new 40 minute film, "Janja Garnbret - The Perfect Season" Available now as part of - [The Golden Rules of Kayaking | Kayaking For Beginners](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/golden-rules-kayaking-kayaking-beginners/) - The Golden Rules of Kayaking are a set of rules that all paddlers should know and follow. These valuable paddling tips revolve around letting you paddle better and more safely. - [Mindset SECRETS From The World's Best Ultrarunner: Courtney Dauwalter](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/mindset-secrets-worlds-best-ultrarunner-courtney-dauwalter/) - Humble master of mental grit and boundary-busting physical prowess, Courtney Dauwalter is the world’s best female ultrarunner—and when it comes to races 200 miles and longer—the best period. Today she joins Rich for a deep dive into her storied career, intuitive training style, & unique perspective on pain. This interview was in early August. On - [Committed—Episode 2: Babsi Zangerl on Greenspit (8b+)](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/committed-episode-2-babsi-zangerl-greenspit-8b/) - Greenspit is a route of mythical status. Bolted and “defaced” as some traditionalists would say with green hangers (hence the route’s name), the route thwarted all suitors until the legendary swiss trad ace Didier Berthod chopped the bolts and made the first ascent placing natural pro. For Babsi Zangerl, Greenspit was a challenge always waiting - [Fontainebleau - The World's Premiere Bouldering Destination](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/fontainebleau-worlds-premiere-bouldering-destination/) - Fontainebleau, situated just south of Paris is without doubt the world’s premiere bouldering destination. At over 100 bouldering areas with more than 10's of thousands of problems and counting, to climb them all in a lifetime would be unthinkable. This is place where the concept of bouldering began to be understood, and was developed - [How Adam Ondra trains for competitions?](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/how-adam-ondra-trains-competitions/) - A lot of you asked how Adam trains for competitions. So we asked two Czech top athletes from different sports to find it out for you. Thanks to Eva Samková, the Olympic medalist from snowboard cross, and Zuzana Hejnová, the Olympic medalist from 400 metres hurdles, for taking part in this little Olympic talk! - [How An Olympic Climber Manages Her Anxiety To Get In The Zone](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/how-olympic-climber-manages-her-anxiety-get-zone/) - Sport climbers have a lot to worry about during competition: the difficulty of the climb, the risk of falling, the distractions from spectators and the speed of their opponent. But Olympic climber Alannah Yip has found a way to work through her anxiety using a mindfulness technique called “color breathing.” This practice helps her get - [SECOND WIND (Escape to breathe again) by Montanus](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/second-wind-escape-breathe-again-montanus/) - 'Second Wind' recounts the story of first bikepacking trip of Montanus following the restrictions of the winter lockdown. An escape into the wilderness as the pandemic loses its grip, it presents an opportunity to once again breathe in the rejuvenating spring air. A return to the mountains... dive deep into Nature, and wash your spirit - [FLOWSTATE S2, Ep2: Skolai Creek](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/flowstate-s2-ep2-skolai-creek/) - While Skolai Creek may be a tributary of one of the most popular rafting runs in the Wrangells, there’s a reason few paddlers challenge its glacial-fed whitewater. With warm temps actively melting the glaciers feeding into this trib, high flows on day one force Brendan Wells and his buddies to portage more than paddle. Over - [Trevor Kennison - Day 1](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/trevor-kennison-day-1/) - January 4th, 2020 was the first day that Trevor Kennison ventured into the backcountry as an adaptive athlete. A snowboarding accident at Vail Pass, CO just over five years prior had taken away the use of his legs, leaving him with an entirely new set of challenges and a newfound perspective on life. Filmmaker Josh - [Paradise Won’t Protect Itself](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/paradise-wont-protect-itself/) - The Great Barrier Reef is one of the most spectacular living networks on our planet. Seeing it for yourself will leave you speechless. So be curious. Look beneath the surface. Marvel at the intricate details of our natural world. Now more than ever, the simplicity of getting outside and experiencing nature is important to us - [REI Presents: Camp Yoshi](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/rei-presents-camp-yoshi/) - After moving to Oregon and falling in love with the ability to explore the outdoors with ease with his wife and two kids, Rashad Frazier knew he had to extend the invitation to others. Driven by the magic of his experiences, his background as a chef, and his love of good food and connecting people - [Quick Tips for Hiking in the HEAT! | Miranda in the Wild](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/quick-tips-hiking-heat-miranda-wild/) - Need some hot tips for hiking in heat? I've got you covered in this video! This summer, a historic heat wave rolled through the Pacific Northwest and other parts of the country. If you are going to be hiking in extremely high temperatures, here are some quick tips for staying cool. Remember that I am - [Committed—Episode 1: Babsi Zangerl Sends Sprengstoff (9a)](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/committed-episode-1-babsi-zangerl-sends-sprengstoff-9a/) - Located near Babsi’s home in Bludenz, Austria, Lorüns is a sport climbing crag that’s home to decades’ old historical routes. Described as a “meeting point” for both the old and younger generations of the Austrian climbing community, Lorüns is close to Babsi’s heart, especially since her partner Jacopo Larcher recently climbed a legendary 30-year-old project, - [Remothering the Land](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/remothering-land/) - We asked William Smith, land steward of the Village of Huchiun, and Nazshonnii Brown-Almaweri, land team member of the Sogorea Te’ Land Trust, to share their thoughts on bringing this growing movement back. Through rematriation (or remothering the land), this centuries-old sustainable agricultural system has the power to connect Indigenous and Black people with their - [CHASING ALTITUDE | A 14er Mountain Biking Film](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/chasing-altitude-14er-mountain-biking-film/) - A mountain bike film about an overnight bikepacking journey on Colorado’s tallest 14er: Mount Elbert. In October of 2020, talented downhill rider Darric Roark hiked up, camped on, and descended Mount Elbert in an overnight mountain biking adventure. This wild alpine ride came with both pain and thrills, from ascending the Black Cloud trail, - [the pursuit | a rock climbing video essay](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/pursuit-rock-climbing-video-essay/) - I can't believe how far I've come since this moment, which seems like a lifetime away but really was only 8ish months ago (I know I say 6 in the VO, my bad y'all). Dealing with fear has been a major part of my journey for my first 2 years sport climbing, and I've tried - [Top Rope Anchor Systems | AMGA Climbing Guide Shows Top Rope Set-Ups](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/top-rope-anchor-systems-amga-climbing-guide-shows-top-rope-set-ups/) - This video highlights three of the most common top rope anchor system set-ups. Jason Schmaltz is a certified AMGA SPI and has spent many years rock climbing and mountain climbing. He also highlights some of the main guidelines around redundancy, shockload, equalization, and dressing knots. Top Rope Anchor Systems are critical for ensuring safety for - [FLOWSTATE S2, Ep1: Devil's Canyon](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/flowstate-s2-ep1-devils-canyon/) - A Class V classic and part of Alaska’s triple crown of expedition kayaking, Devil’s Canyon is a tight gorge on the Susitna River. Although the first descent occurred back in the 1970s and many paddlers have descended the gorge since, few have taken the time to capture as much footage as Brendan Wells and his - [MESSNER · Worlds Greatest Mountaineer](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/messner-·-worlds-greatest-mountaineer/) - "The Greatest Mountaineer of All Time" - said Chris Bonnington. MESSNER details the most daring and accomplished mountain climber of our time. " Reinhold Messner's solo climb of Everest," Jon Krakauer wrote, "is a deed widely considered the greatest mountaineering feat of all time." - [Harpunrisset - 2nd Ascent of a Steep Multipitch Offwidth](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/harpunrisset-2nd-ascent-steep-multipitch-offwidth/) - Pete and Mari make the second ascent of Harpunrisset a classic multipitch in Gloppendalen. The crux pitch is a steep hand and fist crack to offwidth (the Leisure Box) and climbs at 7b. All but the crux pitch was freed back in 1993. A few weeks ago Jon Egil and Yazzaman made the first full - [It's Your Nature - Leave No Trace / Es Tu Naturaleza - Leave No Trace](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/its-your-nature-leave-no-trace-es-tu-naturaleza-leave-no-trace/) - It’s time to reimagine how we #outdoors. Where getting out is about more than views. And taking actions that protect the nature we can’t live without happens everywhere, every time. We’re #LeaveNoTrace. We make people the solution to conservation. We pioneer science and insights, build sustaining partnerships, and activate our proven learning system. Because - [18 x 4000 m peaks in one day | Nico Hojac sets new record on the spaghetti tour](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/18-x-4000-m-peaks-one-day-nico-hojac-sets-new-record-spaghetti-tour/) - Mammut Pro Team athlete Nico Hojac sets a new speed record on the spaghetti tour. Together with Adrian Zurbrügg he climbs all of the 18 4000 m peaks in just 13 hours and 39 minutes. The two swiss alpinists started at 11pm and managed to end their tour at around 12am, after completing 29 km - [Black Diamond Presents: Beyond Integral (9b/+) with Seb Bouin](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/black-diamond-presents-beyond-integral-9b-seb-bouin/) - BD Athlete Seb Bouin finds one of his hardest projects yet. Only this time it was right in his own backyard. - [Climbing in the Ruth Gorge Alaska](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/climbing-ruth-gorge-alaska/) - Expedition Opa! members Imanol Amundarain and Tyler Karow spent 18 days climbing and eating their way through the Ruth Gorge from 6/7/21 to 6/24/21. This video is a compilation of the routes and meals climbed and consumed on their trip. Expedition Write Up: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1lOsy6nOjZ_0nqnIQsfToSwtFM2xJqhnEtKtPJhFwBHk - [How Alex Honnold Conquered Fear & Achieved Mastery](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/how-alex-honnold-conquered-fear-achieved-mastery/) - Climbing legend Alex Honnold discusses how he successfully free soloed Half Dome and El Capitan using visualization and years of preparation. - [Finding Joy in Medicine by Paul Auerbach](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/finding-joy-medicine-paul-auerbach/) - Presented at the WMS 2020 Virtual Summer Conference. Shared in loving memory of "the father of wilderness medicine" who passed away on June 23, 2021. - [Give me something hard | Bouldering training by Adam Ondra](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/give-me-something-hard-bouldering-training-adam-ondra/) - I have definitely spent a lot of time at Hangar gym this spring, having numerous sessions on competition style boulders and most of the time, taking advantage of making a comp simulation. That means taking a timer, set 4 or 5 minutes pear each boulder problem and trying to send as many tops as possible. - [The C-Team: Beer League Mountain Biking on the Colorado Trail](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/c-team-beer-league-mountain-biking-colorado-trail/) - The C-Team is a mountain bike film celebrating Fat Tire's 30th Anniversary. Inspired by the fabled mountain bike ride through Europe that spawned the craft beer icon, we assembled a ragtag crew to ride more than 500 miles down legendary Colorado Trail, from Denver to Durango, stopping in the mountain towns nestled along the route, - [FASTEST KNOWN TIME!!!](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/fastest-known-time/) - In this movie, we follow Salomon athlete Jeanelle Hazlett as she attempts to establish a new Fastest Know Time (FKT) on Mount Brunswick, British Columbia. We'll learn what it takes to establish a FASTEST KNOW TIME to go up and down a mountain. Trail running. Enjoy!! - [No Room For Mistakes! High-Alpine MTB in the Dolomites with Tom Oehler](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/no-room-mistakes-high-alpine-mtb-dolomites-tom-oehler/) - Taking "on the edge" to a whole new stratosphere. Follow Austrian trials mountain biker, Tom Oehler, on his mission through the Dolomites, taking on the most exposed and extreme MTB trails he could find. Why not take your bike on a via ferrata right? “The tricky lines are the best,” claims trials rider Thomas Oehler. - [3 Kayaking Strokes You Need To Know | How To Kayak](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/3-kayaking-strokes-you-need-know-how-kayak/) - Ken Whiting from PaddleTV gives us a great overview of three key kayaking strokes. - [Pedal for POW - Vote Now. Ride Later.](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/pedal-pow-vote-now-ride-later/) - Nicholas Wolken and James Niederberger set off from Chur to the Engadine with their bikes and all the touring equipment to draw attention to the consequences of climate change. On the way, they meet other riders with whom they undertake spectacular tours in the mountains. Their constant companion is the Vote Now. Ride Later.-flag. The - [Scotlands Steepest Climb](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/scotlands-steepest-climb/) - Many have labeled this as the steepest climb at the difficult (Diff) grade in Scotland , and a steep climb it certainly is. We headed up on a rather fine morning in Glencoe, headed for the mountain cliff that holds this rather fine climbing route..... - [ORBAYU FREE AGAIN | The North Face](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/orbayu-free-again-north-face/) - Shrouded in mystery and conquered only by a select few, ‘Orbayu Free Again’ centres around Orbayu (8c) in the Picos de Europa National Park, and follows The North Face’s Siebe Vanhee as he loses skin and sleep in his pursuit to become only the seventh person to master this 500m Spanish beast, with a rare - [The North Face Presents: "Return of the Sleepwalker" (9A/v17) (First Ascent)](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/north-face-presents-return-sleepwalker-9av17-first-ascent/) - Daniel Woods goes straight into battle mode with one of his hardest projects to date. Jimmy Webb established "Sleepwalker" (the stand start) back in January of 2019. The possibility of a sit-start arose in 2021. This sit-start would add in a 7 move 8B/v13 into "Sleepwalker" (8C+/v16). Grades can be fickle, but ROTSW stands as - [Siurana - A Climbing Destination To Push Your Limits](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/siurana-climbing-destination-push-your-limits/) - Sport Climbing in Siurana, Spain is known through out the climbing world, as the the place to go for powerful, overhanging and pumpy routes with some serious crimping to be done. With routes from 5c+ to 9b+ this has a little something for everyone, with over 2000 routes in the area it always possible - [Black Diamond Presents: Step By Step with Andrew Alexander King](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/black-diamond-presents-step-step-andrew-alexander-king/) - The journey starts with a single step. As an African American from Detroit, BD Ambassador Andrew Alexander King had to grow up fast. As he puts it, the first mountain he ever climbed was walking to school from 770 Asbury Park. “You didn’t know what was going to happen.” Eventually, Andrew found solace and - [Ride Concepts | Another Day Riding With Dad - Greg Watts on Being a Son and Father](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/ride-concepts-another-day-riding-dad-greg-watts-being-son-and-father/) - Professional mountain biker Greg Watts learned a thing or two from his dad being a professional motocross racer. Now he's learning to pass it on to his own family. Watch as Greg trail rides with his dad and prepares to introduce his daughter to what it means to be a Watts. - [Danish Road Safety Council / Helmet has always been a good idea](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/danish-road-safety-council-helmet-has-always-been-good-idea/) - This is a humorous take from the Danish Road Safety Council on wearing helmets while biking. - [Real Tierra de Nadie 9a | Commented climb by Adam Ondra | Margalef, Spain](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/real-tierra-de-nadie-9a-commented-climb-adam-ondra-margalef-spain/) - Catalonia is the land of world-famous climbing areas. Like Margalef, Siurana, Oliana, etc. But there are lots of smaller crags, sometimes a little obscure. And even in the places where you never expect any climbing at all. There are a lot of mountains in Catalunya in general, but some parts are completely flat. And in - [MEANS TO ASCEND](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/means-ascend/) - Means to Ascend follows Maxx Chance and Johnny Egan as they strap touring skis to their gravel bikes and attempt to summit Mount Blackmore on a 100% human powered mission. Blackmore is a peak whose northside can be viewed from just about anywhere in the city limits of Bozeman and is a classic ski descent for - [Margo Hayes Makes History - First Woman To Climb Biographie, 5.15](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/margo-hayes-makes-history-first-woman-climb-biographie-515-0/) - Nineteen year old Margo Hayes became the first woman in the world to climb a confirmed 5.15a (9a+) when she did La Rambla, in Siurana, Spain, in 2017. A few months later, she did her second 5.15, sending Chris Sharma's legendary route Biographie (AKA Realization). Both ascents were featured in the film "Break on Through," - [A Guide to Bear Spray in the Backcountry](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/guide-bear-spray-backcountry/) - In this video, we discuss everything you need to know to prepare effectively for a bear encounter with bear expert Chuck Bartlebaugh, Executive Director at the Be Bear Aware Campaign, a nonprofit specializing in bear avoidance and wildlife stewardship safety techniques. The time to sweat the details is now, not when you’re in front of - [Margo Hayes Makes History - First Woman To Climb Biographie, 5.15](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/margo-hayes-makes-history-first-woman-climb-biographie-515/) - Nineteen year old Margo Hayes became the first woman in the world to climb a confirmed 5.15a (9a+) when she did La Rambla, in Siurana, Spain. A few months later, she did her second 5.15, sending Chris Sharma's legendary route Biographie (AKA Realization). Both ascents were featured in the film "Break on Through," part of - [On Falling](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/falling/) - Three women reflect on their willingness to sustain broken bones, concussions, and organ damage as professional mountain bikers. "On Falling" is the 2021 Staff Pick Award Winner at Mountainfilm Festival. Read our Q&A with director Josephine Anderson here: vimeo.com/blog/post/on-falling-josephine-anderson/ Featuring downhill world champion Miranda Miller, Enduro World Series medalist Andréane Lanthier Nadeau, and pro rider/Winter Olympic - [Black Diamond Presents: Big Walls to Low Balls with Alex Honnold](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/black-diamond-presents-big-walls-low-balls-alex-honnold/) - As the world’s premier free soloist and adventure climber, BD Athlete Alex Honnold has a reputation for BIG sends. So, when we were recently invited to check out his latest projects in Red Rock, Nevada, we first imagined endless sandstone pitches with epic vistas from the summits. Then we learned that the “Honnbold” was working - [How To Clean + Maintain Climbing Cams | Climbing Daily Ep.1840](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/how-clean-maintain-climbing-cams-climbing-daily-ep1840/) - It's important to clean and maintain cams for safety reasons and to prolong the lifespan of your gear. Today we take you through a step by step guide and show you what to avoid when cleaning. - [10 Minute Guided Walking Meditation for Self-Care | Merrell](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/10-minute-guided-walking-meditation-self-care-merrell/) - Inner Workout is the brainchild of Taylor Elyse Morrison. She’s on a mission to help others beat burnout through through building the skill of #selfcare. Inspired by the yogic concept of koshas, or layers of being, the Inner Workout blends movement, breathwork, journaling, and meditation. Join Taylor for this beautiful sensory walking #meditation especially created - [GoPro: Zambezi River Kayak with Dane Jackson](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/gopro-zambezi-river-kayak-dane-jackson/) - High flow, high action with GoPro Athlete Dane Jackson on a trip down the Zambezi River in eastern Africa. - [Desert Gold 5.13a Roof Crack Climbing](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/desert-gold-513a-roof-crack-climbing/) - Hard Trad Climbing and Falling on Trad Gear on a roof crack in Red Rocks. Climbing Desert Gold 5.13a in Red Rocks, Nevada. This is crack climbing that would make the Wide Boyz jealous. Desert Reality is the 5.12 roof pitch. - [Martyn Ashton Sending It At Wind Hill Bike Park](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/martyn-ashton-sending-it-wind-hill-bike-park/) - WHOOOP! It's Martyn Ashton's first day back riding with the crew! Chris Smith and Neil Donoghue were at our local bike park filming a video for @Electric Mountain Bike Network and Blake popped over to say hi and check out Martyn's tricked out Bowhead, as he really wanted a ride on it! - [Jonathan Siegrist Is OUT THERE | Peruvian Necktie 9b/5.15b](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/jonathan-siegrist-out-there-peruvian-necktie-9b515b/) - US Climber Jonathan Siegrist is on a mission to push climbing to the max...looking for the hardest sport climbing the US has to offer. And sometimes that means getting out there to the back and beyond...And when you do sometimes you get to climb in places like this... - [La Ley Indignata 9a | Commented climb by Adam Ondra | Margalef, Spain](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/la-ley-indignata-9a-commented-climb-adam-ondra-margalef-spain/) - Here we have one more sweet route from Margalef. La Ley Indignata 9a is an older project first ascended by Alex Megos a few years ago. When I first saw it, I thought it was so much my anti-style that I would never even try the route. Pure board-like style of climbing, super-powerful without any - [ISLAND IN THE SKY III](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/island-sky-iii/) - 2 years after the release of "Island in the Sky II" we are back with the third video of our La Palma timelapse series. Captured over 3 weeks in September 2020. - [NEW LIFE | The North Face](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/new-life-north-face/) - Parenthood is an adventure like no other, not least in the world of adventure, where reward is constantly measured against potential risk. From fear of losing sponsors to the challenge of maintaining their expedition-led lifestyles, “New Life” chronicles the journey of The North Face’s Caroline Ciavaldini and James Pearson and documents the shifting priorities that - [LAPSUS: Marcello Bombardi's Obsession](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/lapsus-marcello-bombardis-obsession/) - Lapsus 9b, A route only climbed by Stefano Ghisolfi and Adam Ondra, is the next challenge for Italian climber Marcello Bombardi...This 60 move endurance route will push him to his absolute limits. - [NOLS | How to Poop, Pee, and Manage a Period](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/nols-how-poop-pee-and-manage-period/) - Get all your bathroom questions answered in this video! Senior Admissions Officer Annie Eggert shows you how to stay hygienic while in the backcountry. - [How A World Champion Climber Trains In Her Basement | Red Bull Backyards](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/how-world-champion-climber-trains-her-basement-red-bull-backyards/) - Shauna Coxsey, the most successful climber in British history, and 2X Bouldering World Cup Champion shares her secrets on how she stays on top of her game at home! Let's take a look around her epic, home, indoor climbing wall set up! - [Outdoor Research Films: Escaladora](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/outdoor-research-films-escaladora/) - What does it mean to bring your full identity with you outdoors? It’s easy to say “the outdoors doesn’t discriminate” if you’ve never faced discrimination yourself. For Monserrat Alvarez Matehuala, bringing her full identity as a woman of color to rock climbing has been both challenging and healing. That’s why she’s building safe, women-of-color-led experiences - [The Legend Dean Potter - Free Solo Climbing With A Parachute](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/legend-dean-potter-free-solo-climbing-parachute/) - Dean Potter died on May 16th, 2015 in a wingsuit accident in Yosemite Valley. For two decades he was the de facto leader of the Yosemite monkeys, and was a pioneer in what he called "the dark arts" -- free solo and speed climbing, BASE jumping and wingsuit flying, and highlining. Dean combined his pursuits - [Black Diamond Presents: Home Summit Home with Hillary Gerardi](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/black-diamond-presents-home-summit-home-hillary-gerardi/) - Literally looming above her backyard in Chamonix, Mont Blanc beckons BD Athlete Hillary Gerardi. With travel grinding to a halt due to the global pandemic, the dream to link the summit to her own home became a reality. Follow Hillary as she journeys from Home Summit Home. - [The Water Crisis | National Geographic](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/water-crisis-national-geographic/) - Actor, Adrian Grenier, and National Geographic Explorer, Shannon Switzer Swanson, explore the growing problem of water scarcity in the US. Are we running out of water? Shannon heads to the Colorado River to uncover solutions for the problems facing the region, while Adrian challenges himself to reduce his water use at home by an ambitious - [Points of Contact | Voices from our climbing community](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/points-contact-voices-our-climbing-community/) - Though we say it in different ways, our message is the same: Climbing is our home. Each climber’s story is a point of contact into the broader community of stone. Whether we do it to find connection within ourselves, with each other, with the land, or for the food (okay, it’s always kind of for - [Danny MacAskill and Kriss Kyle - "This and That"](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/danny-macaskill-and-kriss-kyle-and/) - After a frustrating few months of making and cancelling projects it was amazing to finally get back on the road with my good friend and BMX legend Kriss Kyle. In six days we managed to squeeze in a whole lot of riding on the Mountain Bikes as well as the Trials Bike and BMX and - [How We Go: Trail Blazing | Ep. 4](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/how-we-go-trail-blazing-ep-4/) - What’s it take to get ready for an adventure? It’s not that tough. In Hydro Flask's How-To Series, we’ll show you how to prep like a pro. In episode 4, take a hike with Mirna Valero, aka The Mirnavator, as she encourages everyone to enjoy the great outdoors, no matter your size, shape or age. All - [Big Wall Climbing: How NOT to Poop on El Capitan](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/big-wall-climbing-how-not-poop-el-capitan/) - The number one question when climbing El Capitan is how to #2. Pooping in a bag might sound awful, and you're right if you are unprepared. Have a system for double bagging and have a knife and duct tape to put the double bagged treasure in an empty water jug that you brought up. Squat - [Climb United: Route Name Task Force Open Forum](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/climb-united-route-name-task-force-open-forum/) - On April 22, 2021, nearly 200 community members joined Climb United Director Cody Kaemmerlen, Sharp End Publishing's Fred Knapp, Climbing Magazine's Matt Samet, AAC CEO Mitsu Iwasaki, and The North Face Athlete and AAC Board Member Nina Williams for a discussion of the Draft Principles and Guidelines for publishing route names. Watch the discussion and - [NARANJO | The North Face](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/naranjo-north-face/) - Last year, The North Face athlete Fernanda Maciel embarked upon Spain’s Picos de Europa mountains in a ground-breaking combination of trail running and climbing, with an incredible finishing time of 14 hours and 47 minutes. Watch Fernanda’s journey across the Spanish coastline, with assistance from fellow teammate Eneko Pou. - [Bouldering Fight with The Edge Problem by Adam Ondra](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/bouldering-fight-edge-problem-adam-ondra/) - At the tramway terminal station in Brno (my hometown), there is a hidden gem. A quarry from volcanic rock, that offers few, but good quality boulder problems. And an old project that was abandoned for a few years, but its striking line have always attracted. Check out how it turned out in the next video. - [Adventure Is A Human Right: Anthony Taylor](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/adventure-human-right-anthony-taylor/) - Outdoor activist & youth educator Anthony Taylor joins me for a discussion on the transformative power of adventure & why time spent in nature isn’t just recreation — it’s a human right. - [Petzl Legend Tour Italia - Sperlonga](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/petzl-legend-tour-italia-sperlonga/) - Petzl Legend Tour IT arrives in Sperlonga, where the history of sport climbing in central Italy was written. The tour continues! - [What Are Biocrusts?](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/what-are-biocrusts/) - Soil crust, crypto, living soil. It goes by many different names, but what really are biocrusts? We talked to Kristina Young, PHD candidate studying biocrusts and Executive Director of @Science Moab to find out. Leave No Trace is a national organization that protects the outdoors by teaching people to enjoy it responsibly. Learn more about - [SALEWA | CAN YOU HEAR ME?](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/salewa-can-you-hear-me/) - Gerry was a very special friend for Simon Gietl. A friend with whom he could talk about everything, but at the same time someone who was not afraid of silence. With Gerry it was a pleasure for Simon to make long term plans, pledges and promises: like opening a new route on a specific line - [Sir David Attenborough Presents: Breaking Boundaries: The Science of Our Planet](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/sir-david-attenborough-presents-breaking-boundaries-science-our-planet/) - Breaking Boundaries tells the story of the most important scientific discovery of our time - that humanity has pushed Earth beyond the boundaries that have kept Earth stable for 10,000 years, since the dawn of civilization. The 75-minute film takes the audience on a journey of discovery of planetary thresholds we must not exceed, not - [Black Diamond Presents: The Blocs Below the Walls—Nalle Hukkataival Bouldering in Patagonia](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/black-diamond-presents-blocs-below-walls-nalle-hukkataival-bouldering-patagonia/) - Patagonia may be known for its alpine routes, but the granite blocs scattered around El Chaltén and Torres del Paine National Park have caught the eye of many intrepid climbers. For BD Athlete Nalle Hukkataival, the allure of the boulders was enticing enough to dedicate a trip to Patagonia to sample and explore the blocs - [Danny MacAskill: REAL MTB 2021 | World of X Games](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/danny-macaskill-real-mtb-2021-world-x-games/) - Watch Danny MacAskill and filmer/editor Robbie Meade’s entry into Real Mountain Bike 2021, the all-video MTB contest brought to you by ESPN's World of X Games. Vote for your favorite video at XGames.com/RealMTB, then tune in to ABC on April 24 to find out who won X Games gold. - [A Dog's Tale | SHIMANO](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/dogs-tale-shimano/) - It all starts with the trail. The crunch of the dirt, the smell of a dewy morning ride, or the feeling of brushing away pebbles with a perfectly timed belly scrub. These are the happy memories of a trail dog’s life well lived. Raven is a 13-year-old retired trail dog from Squamish, British Columbia who’s - [Climbing the Steepest Route on El Cap (Native Son, 5.9 A4)](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/climbing-steepest-route-el-cap-native-son-59-a4/) - Lance, Alex and I linked up in early April to climb Native Son in what became an epic adventure of constant laughs as we quested up overhanging granite. The position was outrageous and we took our time, embracing the vertical camping lifestyle. Two clarifications... Regarding the rock trundle, I want to clarify that we yelled - [Chris Sharma's Most Spectacular Climb! Es Pontás, Remastered](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/chris-sharmas-most-spectacular-climb-es-pontás-remastered/) - One of the most beautiful and outrageous rock climbs ever filmed. Chris Sharma envisioned a line up the underside of this free-standing limestone arch off the coast of Mallorca. Climbing ropeless above the Mediterranean Sea, Sharma spent months attempting the seven foot dyno, splashing down at least 50 times before finally sticking it, then falling - [Singletrack Finish in The Sky Islands](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/singletrack-finish-sky-islands/) - It’s always hard to say goodbye to a place as beautiful as the Sky Islands. It’s also worth celebrating the 220 miles this crew (and Ford Bronco Sport) just wheeled across the desert. Sponsored by Ford. - [Creating Safe Spaces: 3rd Roundtable](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/creating-safe-spaces-3rd-roundtable/) - On February 2, the National Wildlife Federation and partners hosted a roundtable, moderated by Dr. Mamie Parker, pioneering conservationist, and Dianne Dillon-Ridgley, celebrated environmental advocate. The issues raised and recommendations from our expert panelists will guide the Federation’s long-term efforts to address institutional and systemic barriers through programmatic and policy initiatives. Upon completing the roundtable series, - [Klättermusen - Made to Last - Part 1](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/klättermusen-made-last-part-1/) - In 2020, Klättermusen teamed up with neuroscientist Helena Backlund Wasling to discern the key factors in creating long-lasting memories. They identified three important stimuli: a life-changing experience, a moment that ignites a fire for a new passion, or an event that inspires a change in perspective. These are the moments that change us deeply and - [Mindful Climber](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/mindful-climber/) - Mindful Climber is a short documentary about how climbing can help your mind as well as just your body. "Especially after 2020 (covid, lockdown, financial struggle, not being able to see loved ones) mental health is more important than ever. I wanted to make a film about how climbing has helped me mentally, but also - [Moonwalking | Behind the scenes of Sean Villanueva’s solo Fitz Roy traverse](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/moonwalking-behind-scenes-sean-villanuevas-solo-fitz-roy-traverse/) - Over five days in February 2021, Sean Villanueva O'Driscoll completed the first solo traverse of the Fitz Roy massif in Patagonia. He set out on February 5th with borrowed gear, a borrowed rope, and a few essentials—including his tin whistle—to accomplish what is now being called one of the most impressive climbs ever done in - [Scrambling Basics that Every Hiker Should Know](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/scrambling-basics-every-hiker-should-know/) - If you're not confident in hiking steep terrain, it can really limit your options for exploring. Check out these basic scrambling tips and techniques! - [Wahoo Frontiers: Lost Coast](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/wahoo-frontiers-lost-coast/) - In this first episode of season two, Ian Boswell, Peter Stetina, and Colin Strickland meet up in California for a bike trip that explores the Lost Coast. This is not just an adventure, it is the new training camp for these privateers. What do you do when you need your competition to get better so - [The Self-Discovery of Parathlete Josie Fouts](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/self-discovery-parathlete-josie-fouts/) - The beginning of Josie the Paralympian. The beginning of evolving the bicycle industry to include all bodies. The beginning of a new cycling discipline without boundaries and limits: gravel. Before the making of ‘Go Josie’, self-proclaimed mad scientist Josie Fouts was ‘normal’: she worked a 9 to 5 job that was underpaid, she prioritized finishing - [TODO CAMBIA](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/todo-cambia/) - ¿Qué significa ser un atleta y vivir y respirar por tu disciplina? En busca de la escalada más difícil de Sudamérica, Facundo Langbehn nos muestra lo necesario para adaptarse a condiciones, temporadas y disciplinas cambiantes con el fin de potenciar su pasión. What does it mean to be an athlete of a living, breathing sport? - [Adam Ondra and Alex Honnold talk | Sport climbing and big walls climbing](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/adam-ondra-and-alex-honnold-talk-sport-climbing-and-big-walls-climbing/) - Of course, It would be way more fun to climb (and talk) with Alex Honnold (on) some sick big wall, but for now, we have to be satisfied with this awesome talk we had! Alex is an unbelievably relaxed guy and this also applies to his cool climbing style. It was quite surprising to find - [GAËLLE ON TOUR: WHITEOUT](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/gaëlle-tour-whiteout/) - "In February 2020, I spent a month cycling accross frozen lake Baikal. The cold, the ice and the snow drew me there. I can’t explain precisely why I enjoy being in these landscapes so much but I feel comfortable in these wintery places – despite the cold, the harshness and the solitude. I love the - [Peak Refuel: Can't. Will. Did - Kimber Cross](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/peak-refuel-cant-will-did-kimber-cross/) - Kimber Cross is an adaptive athlete and National Board Certified teacher from Tacoma, Washington, Kimber Cross is passionate about the alpine. She started climbing in 2016, taking the Basic Alpine Course with The Mountaineers, an organization based in Washington. She then went onto take the Intermediate Alpine Course and has since graduated and become a - [SEAWOLF](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/seawolf/) - The Great Bear Rainforest in British Columbia is a naturally rich and diverse land home to many indigenous People. Like other areas in the country rich in natural resources, the land and its people have been and continue to be threatened by government regulation, restriction, and resource extraction. This documentary explores the perspectives of Mike - [Hannah Meul - Auf Leisen Pfoten 8a](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/hannah-meul-auf-leisen-pfoten-8a/) - Hannah Meul hiking up this highball slab with ease. "Auf Leisen Pfoten" a classic 8a boulder in the Swiss Val Bavona. - [REI Presents: Cycle of Ancestry](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/rei-presents-cycle-ancestry/) - “Cycle of Ancestry" is a film about Mario Ordoñez-Calderón, a first-generation Mayan American who bikepacks 1,500 miles through the Yucatan Peninsula to explore his cultural heritage and learn about how your roots can shape your future. - [All Bodies on Bikes](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/all-bodies-bikes/) - Kailey Kornhauser and Marley Blonsky are on a mission - a mission to change the idea that people in larger bodies can't ride bikes. The duo aims to make cycling more inclusive, beyond just inviting people of all sizes to ride bikes, but by changing the entire idea of what it means to be a - [Kayaking At 100km/h On Snow?! | Red Bull Kayaking](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/kayaking-100kmh-snow-red-bull-kayaking/) - Watch in awe as Spanish kayaker Aniol Serrasolses descends more than 25 kilometers by kayak from Chile's snowy Volcano summit in the Araucanía region, through a forest culminating into a lake where he also manages to pull off the world’s first world’s first double kickflip on a kayak! 2020 has been a tough year for - [Alex Honnold: Olympic Climbing, Environmental Activism & Post-Oscar Adventure](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/alex-honnold-olympic-climbing-environmental-activism-post-oscar-adventure/) - Legendary ‘Free Solo’ climber Alex Honnold joins Rich to discuss sustainability, solar power, the Olympic future of climbing, his new podcast ‘Climbing Gold,’ & more. - [UNDERSTORY: A Journey into the Tongass National Forest](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/understory-journey-tongass-national-forest/) - Three women set sail on a 350 mile expedition through Alaska’s massive Tongass National Forest, exploring how clear-cut logging in this coastal rainforest could affect wildlife, local communities, and our planet’s climate. Learn more www.TongassFilm.com A film by Wild Confluence Media & Last Stands with support from Peak Design, Patagonia, Sitka Salmon Shares, Audubon Alaska - [Canoecopia- The Kayak Forward Stroke](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/canoecopia-kayak-forward-stroke/) - To enjoy the sport of paddling we want to use less energy, stay out longer, maybe go faster, not be sore. To reach those goals we need to work on the most important stroke of all, we need an efficient Forward Stroke. Join Danny Mongno, with 13 Door County Sea Kayak Symposiums as a coach - [Breaking 20 | The North Face](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/breaking-20-north-face/) - The Ultra-Trail du Mont-Blanc is one of the most grueling trail races in the world. After winning in 2019 with a course-record time of 20:19:07, team athlete and ultra runner Pau Capell had one mission in mind: run the 106-mile trail in under 20 hours. - [BLIND BOULDERING - Justin Salas vs Fred's roof v10/11](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/blind-bouldering-justin-salas-vs-freds-roof-v1011/) - Justin Salas says,"I rely on muscle memory for each move, feeling the right spaces for my body to be in while I try to give it everything to take down this nemesis line. The more I start to understand hard climbing the more I realize how much accuracy plays a major role in our success. - [Avalanche Awareness Class with American Sign Language Interpretation](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/avalanche-awareness-class-american-sign-language-interpretation/) - Whether you ski, snowshoe, snowboard, or snowmobile, recognition of avalanche danger is an essential and potentially lifesaving skill. This introductory virtual class provides a basic approach to managing risk. NWAC instructor, Robin Pendery with support of ASL interpreter Eudore Muhlbauer, will explain how to access avalanche and mountain weather forecasts and recognize basic signs of - [Vjosa Forever | Protect Europe’s Wild Rivers](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/vjosa-forever-protect-europes-wild-rivers/) - People are rising up to protect Europe’s largest wild river—the Vjosa. This waterway runs untamed from source to sea, embracing a mosaic of habitats and cultures that have been tied to it for thousands of years. Vjosa Forever chronicles the ongoing struggle to secure the future of this unique river system, from political uncertainty and - [International Women's Day: Alannah Yip](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/international-womens-day-alannah-yip/) - Going into the final event of the Olympic qualifiers, Alannah Yip was in last place. Having made a calculated decision to conserve her energy for the first two events, Alannah had yet to show her competition what she was made of. From sixth place, Alannah took the win, securing her the only spot to represent - [My Ikon: My Connection](https://www.outdoored.com/videos/my-ikon-my-connection/) - “I want to reach skiers and snowboarders and show them how Native people have always been a part of the stories of the mountains and how we will continue to be in the future, through demonstrating my personal relationship to my home mountains. I’d like the ski community to see themselves as a part of ## Articles - [Whose standard is the industry standard in the outdoors?](https://www.outdoored.com/articles/whose-standard-is-the-industry-standard-in-the-outdoors/) - The article examines the multitude of standards in the industry of outdoor recreation and highlights the problems and difficulties these multitudes cause for the industry. It is easier to follow best practices if the standards of care aren’t different. Which standard of practice are professionals supposed to follow? Determining the standard for the industry is critical to increasing professionalism, adjusting the perception of the outdoor industry, and transitioning from outdoor recreation positions, which are summer jobs, to roles that exemplify that of a career professional. The authors are calling for industry-wide guidelines for professional practice with minimum qualifications for each tier in the outdoor industry. While the field may not be ready, we should still do it. - [Reflecting on the State of Outdoor Education](https://www.outdoored.com/articles/reflecting-on-the-state-of-outdoor-education/) - “I love to think of nature as an unlimited broadcasting station, through which God speaks to us every hour, if we will only tune in.” -- George Washington Carver In this age of over-polarization and division, Outdoor Education programs offer a compelling option. The unity and teamwork required for wilderness survival is a refreshing and - [Dr. Jim Cain Shares 40 Team Building Tips](https://www.outdoored.com/articles/dr-jim-cain-shares-40-team-building-tips/) - Dr. Jim Cain, author of 16 team and community building texts, including the classic Teamwork & Teamplay, A Teachable Moment shares 40 tips to make you a better facilitator. Here are forty ideas that you can use to become a better facilitator. You do not need to do all of these things at once, but - [Recreation Law Center: Sports, Negligence, and Inherent Risks--Who Owes What Duty to Whom?](https://www.outdoored.com/articles/recreation-law-center-sports-negligence-and-inherent-risks-who-owes-what-duty-whom/) - The Recreation Law Center Terms of Use All material from the OutdoorEd Recreation Law Center are for general reference and are not intended as legal advice. Recreation and adventure providers should work with experienced legal counsel, including counsel licensed in their jurisdiction, to advise them on how developing case law or legal issues may impact matters - [The Recreation Law Center](https://www.outdoored.com/articles/recreation-law-center/) - Are you Managing All your Legal Risks? Find out how from the Recreation Law Center Experts! Every day you have to balance your risk management equation and keep tracking of changing laws and court decisions. The Recreation Law Center Library is your portal for understanding the complex legal issues in outdoor adventure and recreation. Reb - [Adventure Tourism and the Science of Risk Management](https://www.outdoored.com/articles/adventure-tourism-and-science-risk-management/) - Safety Theories and Models for Managing Risk in Adventure Tourism Programs Author: Jeff Baierlein It was the second day of a four-day ice-climbing course based out of the town of Field, British Columbia, in Yoho National Park in the Canadian Rockies. Two guides and four guests were climbing at Massey’s, a popular icefall climbing route - [ChatGPT for Outdoor Education - Part 1](https://www.outdoored.com/articles/chatgpt-for-outdoor-education-part-1/) - Is Outdoor Education Ready for ChatGPT? There is no doubt that AI is going to be a disruptive technology for many industries. The good news for us is that taking people into the outdoors is not something that AI can do, so the outdoor industry is currently safe from AI taking away people's jobs. There - [Summary of Wilderness Medical Society Clinical Practice Guidelines for Spinal Cord Protection: 2019 Update](https://www.outdoored.com/articles/summary-wilderness-medical-society-clinical-practice-guidelines-spinal-cord-protection-2019/) - The Wilderness Medical Society (WMS) reconvened an expert panel to update a set of evidence-based guidelines for spinal cord protection to guide clinicians and first responders in best practices during management of the injured or potentially injured spine in wilderness environments. Below is a summary of the clinical practice guideline.INTRODUCTION Techniques for immobilization and extrication of the - [What Can We Do? Criteria for evaluating the suitability of activities for real-world, in-person gatherings](https://www.outdoored.com/articles/what-can-we-do-criteria-evaluating-suitability-activities-real-world-person-gatherings/) - “What we want are low risk, high connection activities.” Throughout the recent pandemic, I’ve been inspired by the conversations I’ve had with camp professionals around the world, struggling to meet the needs of their camping communities. Eventually in each of these conversations about operating a camp in the middle of a global pandemic, they ask - [Experiences Outside of Institutional Training that Contribute to Outdoor Leadership Development](https://www.outdoored.com/articles/experiences-outside-institutional-training-contribute-outdoor-leadership-development/) - ABSTRACT While the outdoor leadership literature recognizes and recommends experience as essential to outdoor leadership development, minimal research has been conducted that explores experience in the context of outdoor leadership development, specifically experiences outside of institutional training. Life histories of seven master outdoor leaders possessing high level competencies in outdoor leadership skills were collected and - [Multiple Methods for Identifying Outcomes of a High Challenge Adventure Activity](https://www.outdoored.com/articles/multiple-methods-identifying-outcomes-high-challenge-adventure-activity/) - Published from the Journal of Experiential Education with permission from the Association of Experiential Education as part of our partnership with AEE. For more information on JEE see the Sage Publishing Site. Journal of Experiential Education 2016, Vol. 39(2) 164–178 © The Authors 2016 Reprints and permissions: sagepub.com/journalsPermissions.nav DOI: 10.1177/1053825916634116 jee.sagepub.com Curt Davidson1, Alan - [Risk Management Training: Kick Your RM Practices into Tip-Top Shape](https://www.outdoored.com/articles/risk-management-training-kick-your-rm-practices-tip-top-shape/) - After years spent churning around the corporate buzzword blender, the phrase “risk management” has too often become associated with lengthy legal documents filled with useless jargon and stale policies. For the thousands of organizations in the outdoor recreation industry, this perceived norm is not acceptable. Neither lingo nor blanketed universal procedures are suitable when peoples’ well-being and, in many cases, - [Risk Management in the Outdoors: Beyond the NOLS Course](https://www.outdoored.com/articles/risk-management-outdoors-beyond-nols-course/) - At NOLS, we believe in the value of spending time in wild places. We also know there is risk involved in what we do. We strive to practice and teach thoughtful risk management that emphasizes the health and well-being of our students and staff, and have for over 50 years.At NOLS Risk Management Services (RMS), we - [Therapeutic Alliance Between Field Staff and Clients](https://www.outdoored.com/articles/therapeutic-alliance-between-field-staff-and-clients/) - Wilderness therapy programs with a continuous enrollment model offer many benefits aswell as challenges for those who work in the field. The majority of clients’ time is spent with field staff during the duration of their treatment by sharing meals, therapy sessions, and day to day interactions. The impact of field staff in relation to treatment delivery and the - [Exploring Intentionality Within Facilitation](https://www.outdoored.com/articles/exploring-intentionality-within-facilitation/) - Exploring Intentionality Within Facilitation Say you are observing a highly-experienced facilitator and they have invited a group of participants to accomplish the commonly used group initiative known as The River, in which te group is challenged to cross a section of ground, representing a metaphoric river, without “falling in” while utilizing hand-held “platforms” to stand on. - [Psychological Factors of Interacting with Wilderness](https://www.outdoored.com/articles/psychological-factors-interacting-wilderness/) - Psychological Factors of Interacting with Wilderness Christina Polachi Masters Student, Department of Kinesiology: Outdoor Education University of New Hampshire Faculty: Dr. Brent J. Bell Abstract This paper explores the physiological and psychological impacts of human interaction - [Trauma and Resilience in Outdoor Therapy](https://www.outdoored.com/articles/trauma-and-resilience-outdoor-therapy/) - Trauma and Resilience in Outdoor Therapy Many of the clients in human service systems are known to be survivors of trauma (Elliott, Bjelajac, Fallot, Markoff, & Reed, 2005). Effects of trauma can vary depending on a person’s history, coping abilities, previous stress level, severity of traumatic experience, social supports, and other personal and environmental factors - [The Importance of Gender-Matching between Wilderness Therapy Guides and Clients in Predicting Positive Client Outcomes](https://www.outdoored.com/articles/importance-gender-matching-between-wilderness-therapy-guides-and-clients-predicting/) - The Importance of Gender-Matching between Wilderness Therapy Guides and Clients in Predicting Positive Client Outcomes Wilderness therapy guides play a unique and significant role in the experiences that clients have in the field. Many outdoor behavioral healthcare programs have a rotating staff structure in which clients are exposed to teams of field guides for one - [Conceptualizing Nature: Is it Just Beyond the Door?](https://www.outdoored.com/articles/conceptualizing-nature-it-just-beyond-door/) - AbstractWidely varying values and intentions of what it means to be in nature and constituted of natural elements has led to these words being used to describe products and built environments often with little consideration. Even in the programs relying on these places to operate, the term nature is used with a certain level of - [Conceptual Templates for Designing College & University Outdoor Leadership Recreation, Academic, & Cocurricular Programs](https://www.outdoored.com/articles/conceptual-templates-designing-college-university-outdoor-leadership-recreation-academic/) - Introduction Since 1962 when Outward Bound first introduced wilderness adventure programing to United States and the world in the mountains of Colorado, the field has grown exponentially. It is now commonplace to find successful wilderness recreation programs in K-12 schools, summer camps, military bases, and city and state parks. The use of outdoor adventure programs - [Alpine Cardiology](https://www.outdoored.com/articles/alpine-cardiology/) - It’s a warm evening at Applebee Dome campground. My (Gabriel) group is relaxing after climbing the northeast ridge of Bugaboo Spire when another climber walks over looking for a partner. He tells us that he and his partner just got in from a 2-day drive. His partner is sick, so he’s looking for someone to - [Summary of Wilderness Medical Society Clinical Practice Guidelines for the Prevention and Treatment of Frostbite: 2019 Update of Pre-Hospital Recommendations](https://www.outdoored.com/articles/summary-wilderness-medical-society-clinical-practice-guidelines-prevention-and-treatment/) - The Wilderness Medical Society (WMS) convened an expert panel to develop a set of evidence-based guidelines for prevention and treatment of frostbite to guide clinicians and first responders and disseminate knowledge about best practices in this area of clinical care. Summarized here are the main pre-hospital prophylactic and therapeutic modalities and recommendations about their role in injury - [Summary of Wilderness Medical Society Clinical Practice Guidelines for the Prevention and Treatment of Heat Illness: 2019 Update](https://www.outdoored.com/articles/summary-wilderness-medical-society-clinical-practice-guidelines-prevention-and-treatment-0/) - To provide guidance to clinicians and disseminate knowledge about best practices, the Wilderness Medical Society (WMS) convened an expert panel to develop evidence-based guidelines for prevention and treatment of heat illness. Preventive and therapeutic modalities are presented, and recommendations made for each form of heat illness.The term “heat illness” refers to a family of disorders that are - [Summary of Wilderness Medical Society Clinical Practice Guidelines for the Prevention and Treatment of Acute Altitude Illness: 2019 Update](https://www.outdoored.com/articles/summary-wilderness-medical-society-clinical-practice-guidelines-prevention-and-treatment-1/) - IntroductionTravel to elevations above 2500 meters/8200 feet is associated with risk of developing one or more forms of acute altitude illness: acute mountain sickness (AMS), high altitude cerebral edema (HACE), and high altitude pulmonary edema (HAPE). Although unacclimatized individuals are at risk of high altitude illness when ascending to altitudes above 2500 m/8200 ft, it - [Summary of Wilderness Medical Society Practice Guidelines for Prevention and Management of Avalanche and Non-avalanche Snow Burial Accidents](https://www.outdoored.com/articles/summary-wilderness-medical-society-practice-guidelines-prevention-and-management-avalanche/) - The Wilderness Medical Society convened an expert panel to develop evidence-based recommendations for three primary aspects of avalanche accidents: prevention, rescue, and resuscitation. Nonavalanche deep snow and tree well burial were included as related conditions with pathophysiology and recommendations similar to avalanche burial.PREVENTION Prevention of avalanche morbidity and mortality includes four components: avoiding being caught in - [Summary of Wilderness Medical Society Clinical Practice Guidelines on Water Disinfection for Wilderness, International Travel, and Austere Situations](https://www.outdoored.com/articles/summary-wilderness-medical-society-clinical-practice-guidelines-water-disinfection/) - IntroductionTo provide guidance to clinicians and disseminate knowledge about best practices, the Wilderness Medical Society (WMS) convened an expert panel to develop evidence-based guidelines that offer a practical explanation of how to improve drinking water quality in a broad range of wilderness and austere settings situations. The guideline reviews commonly recommended methods based on medical, public health, - [Summary of Wilderness Medical Society Clinical Practice Guidelines for the Out-of-Hospital Evaluation and Treatment of Accidental Hypothermia: 2019 Update](https://www.outdoored.com/articles/summary-wilderness-medical-society-clinical-practice-guidelines-out-hospital-evaluation-and/) - The Wilderness Medical Society convened an expert panel of clinicians and researchers to appraise and update the WMS clinical practice guidelines for out-of-hospital evaluation and treatment of accidental hypothermia. The panel readdressed previously posed questions and considered additional questions not previously considered. All articles were considered, but those published between 2013 and 2019 were the - [Summary of the Wilderness Medicine Society Clinical Practice Guidelines for the Management of Exercise-Associated Hyponatremia: 2019 Update](https://www.outdoored.com/articles/summary-wilderness-medicine-society-clinical-practice-guidelines-management-exercise/) - Hyponatremia refers to a lowering of the blood sodium content that can have severe health consequences. At its extremes, it can be life threatening. Hyponatremia that occurs during or after any exertional event is termed exercise-associated hyponatremia (EAH). The WMS EAH practice guideline was recently updated to provide the most current information for safe fluid - [Summary of Wilderness Medical Society Clinical Practice Guidelines for the Treatment and Prevention of Drowning](https://www.outdoored.com/articles/summary-wilderness-medical-society-clinical-practice-guidelines-treatment-and-prevention/) - Activities in the outdoor and austere environments often involve exposure to bodies of water. With this exposure, especially if by way of water sports and recreation, comes the risk of drowning. In 2019, the Wilderness Medical Society published an updated version of its Practice Guidelines for the Treatment and Prevention of Drowning. The aim of these - [Wilderness Medical Society Summary of Wilderness Medical Society Clinical Practice Guidelines for Diabetes Management](https://www.outdoored.com/articles/wilderness-medical-society-summary-wilderness-medical-society-clinical-practice-guidelines/) - An estimated 30 million individuals in the United States have diabetes, and exercise and outdoor activities have well-established benefits. Diabetes presents a specific set of management challenges for individuals pursuing wilderness activities. Diabetes control can be challenging at baseline, with the difficulty and risks amplified in extreme environments and remote locations. A group of experts - [Wilderness Medical Society Summary of WMS Clinical Practice Guidelines for the Use of Epinephrine in Outdoor Education and Wilderness Settings: 2014 Update](https://www.outdoored.com/articles/wilderness-medical-society-summary-wms-clinical-practice-guidelines-use-epinephrine-outdoor/) - IntroductionThe treatment of anaphylaxis with injected epinephrine is a life-saving procedure. It is also time sensitive. In order to be effective, epinephrine must be administered soon after symptoms develop. In wilderness settings, access to standard medical care may be very delayed due to remote locations, weather, or geographical constraints. Therefore, we support the use of - [Risk Management for Outdoor Programs: COVID-19](https://www.outdoored.com/articles/risk-management-outdoor-programs-covid-19/) - COVID-19 poses extraordinary challenges for experiential, outdoor, travel, and adventure programs. But understanding best practices can help organizations successfully navigate the pandemic. Introduction COVID-19 represents a crisis and global tragedy in many ways. Yet there are clear pathways for outdoor and other experiential programs to continue to achieve their mission, despite the pandemic. We’ll cover - [The Outcome Model - a Practical Decision Making Algorithm for Field Instructors](https://www.outdoored.com/articles/outcome-model-practical-decision-making-algorithm-field-instructors/) - IntroductionEffective Field Leadership & Management An instructors’ field leadership and management skills are responsible for the educational success and safety of their course. Field instructors must know what they are doing and why they are doing it at all times. While the education of their students is important, the students’ safety must always be the - [The Components of an Effective Staff Development System](https://www.outdoored.com/articles/components-effective-staff-development-system/) - IntroductionAn organization's leadership is responsible for all administrative and operational decisions within a company—including the decisions made by their instructors or guides during a trip. An effective outdoor organization, be it recreational or educational in nature, has five major structural components in place to ensure alignment course quality, and safety: principle centered leadership shared mission, - [Instructor Skills & Competency versus Program Design - A Delicate Balance](https://www.outdoored.com/articles/instructor-skills-competency-versus-program-design-delicate-balance/) - Introduction Every trip, every program, and every activity carries a level of actual risk inherent to its design...and some designs carry more risk than others (e.g.: a flat water float trip versus a Class IV whitewater trip; a day hike versus a day of top-roped climbing; etc.). Effective risk management and accident prevention strategies focus - [Structuring a Learning Experience](https://www.outdoored.com/articles/structuring-learning-experience/) - IntroductionThe mission of many outdoor programs (Outward Bound, wilderness therapy, etc.) is character education. Strategies central to all character education within the United States are wilderness travel and adventure. Instructors and guides are charged with the delivery of two primary course outcomes: quality and safety. The ability of the course instructors to teach to character - [Recreation Law Center: Legal Definitions](https://www.outdoored.com/articles/legal-definitions/) - Appeal (Appellate Court) An action taken by a party disappointed with a lower court’s ruling, seeking a higher court’s review of that ruling. The Appellate Court (Appeals Court) may overturn, approve, or, in some cases, modify the lower court ruling. The Appellate Court may send the case back to the trial court for further action - [Death in the Wilderness: How a Tragic Accident Can Spiral into Unintended Consequences](https://www.outdoored.com/articles/death-wilderness-how-tragic-accident-can-spiral-unintended-consequences/) - When an organization is scrutinized after a major incident, imperfections can be magnified—with far-reaching repercussions Caption: Wilderness backpacking expeditions build confidence and team skills, and provide peak experiences For Youth that Fit In Best Outside the Classroom, a Wilderness Adventure It was the last full day of their 10-day wilderness backpacking expedition, and the 27 teenagers - [Cookie Policy](https://www.outdoored.com/articles/site-cookie-policy/) - CookiesWhen we provide services, we want to make them easy, useful and reliable. Where services are delivered on the internet, this sometimes involves placing small amounts of information on your device, for example, your computer or mobile phone. These include small files known as cookies. They cannot be used to identify you personally. We use - [Recreation Law Center: Use of Volunteer Leaders--Are you asking for Help...or Trouble?](https://www.outdoored.com/articles/recreation-law-center-use-volunteer-leaders-are-you-asking-helpor-trouble/) - Kerry Jordan v. YMCA of Middle Tennessee, et al., 2010 Tenn. App. LEXIS 616.Kerry Jordan (“plaintiff”) was asked by a friend to volunteer to assist with a summer YMCA equine program for children at Camp Widjiwagan (“Camp”). The friend, Lynn Blair-Anton, was also a Camp volunteer. Ms. Jordan did not participate in any Camp orientation - [Understanding Motivation of Students of Color in College Outdoor Programs](https://www.outdoored.com/articles/understanding-motivation-students-color-college-outdoor-programs/) - Abstract With the continual racial diversification of our nation, outdoor recreation and education programs must learn to adapt in order to more effectively reach People of Color. Student involvement and engagement has proven to significantly increase retention rates for Students of Color. Outdoor programs has many benefits, including interpersonal and intrapersonal development, that could increase - [REI Releases "The Path Ahead" Report](https://www.outdoored.com/articles/rei-releases-path-ahead-report/) - REI has just released "The Path Ahead" Report, a look at our future in the outdoors. Will be choose to embrace the outdoors as part of our daily lives or are we destined to become an 'indoor' species. Are we going to 'Artificial Reality' indoors or 'Real Reality' outdoors? Here is the opening section of - [Recreation Law: Underage Minor Suffers Injury after Misrepresenting Age to Gain Access - Who Is Responsible?](https://www.outdoored.com/articles/recreation-law-underage-minor-suffers-injury-after-misrepresenting-age-gain-access-who/) - Emerick v. Fox Raceway, (2004 Pa. Dist. & Cnty. Dec. LEXIS 228)After some searching, we have found a case dealing with a claimant who was injured after misrepresenting his way into a recreation activity. As the internet and other circumstances facilitate the remote (beyond the direct supervision of the service provider) execution of admission and - [Recreation Law: Does Your Release Cover the Activities You Expect It to Cover? Maybe Not](https://www.outdoored.com/articles/recreation-law-does-your-release-cover-activities-you-expect-it-cover-maybe-not/) - Ari Huversarian, et al v. Catalina Scuba Luv, Inc., 2010 Cal. App. LEXIS 750.Raffi Huversarian and his son, Ari Huversarian rented dive equipment from the Catalina Scuba Luv, Inc (“Catalina”). The rental form signed by Raffi (and perhaps by his son—we are not told) was in two parts. The first part contained information about the renter, - [Recreation Law Center: Are you offering a Product or a Service? It Makes a BIG Difference](https://www.outdoored.com/articles/recreation-law-center-are-you-offering-product-or-service-it-makes-big-difference/) - Susana Ontiveros v. 24 Hour Fitness Corporation, 2008 Cal. App. Lexis 2445.Almost all recreational or adventure activities involve the use of a product. In many cases, the product is used in a challenging environment, under challenging conditions (climbing harness, raft, avalanche beacon, skis, helmets, crampons, etc.). You may think that because you are not a - [Recreation Law: Insurance--Are You Really Covered?](https://www.outdoored.com/articles/recreation-law-insurance-are-you-really-covered/) - Nautilus Insurance Company v. Jesse James Festival, Inc., et al., 2008 Mo. App. LEXIS 1215 (Court of Appeals, Western District of Mo., September, 2008) Gary Newlun attended the “Bull Bash” Rodeo sponsored by the Jesse James Festival, Inc. (“Festival”), and participated in an event entitled the Circle of Fear. In the event, audience participants were - [Recreation Law: Issues Involving Your Duty of Care--Where Does it Begin and End?](https://www.outdoored.com/articles/recreation-law-issues-involving-your-duty-care-where-does-it-begin-and-end/) - Gniadek v. Camp Sunshine of Sebago Lake, Inc., 11 A.3d 308 (Me. Sup. Ct. January, 2011). Camp Sunshine (“Camp”) is a non-profit corporation, providing a summer camp experience for children with chronic or life-threatening illnesses, and support for their immediate families. Seventeen year-old Katie Gniadek and her mother attended a one week camp as volunteers. Katie had - [Recreation Law Center: Negligence as Inherent Risk](https://www.outdoored.com/articles/recreation-law-center-negligence-inherent-risk/) - Crace, et al. v. Kent State University, 2009 Ohio App. LEXIS 5785 (December, 2009) We talk a lot, in the recreation and adventure education industry, about providing information to participants on the inherent and other risks of the activities. This practice is valuable for a variety of reasons—both practical and legal. In addition, it is - [Stealing Wisdom: Cultural Appropriation and Misrepresentation within Adventure Therapy and Outdoor Education](https://www.outdoored.com/articles/stealing-wisdom-cultural-appropriation-and-misrepresentation-within-adventure-therapy-and/) - by Kylie Skidmore University of New Hampshire Graduate Student Social Work and Outdoor Education Dual Degree Scattered throughout the realm of outdoor education, camping programs and adventure therapy are myriad fragments ‘borrowed’ from indigenous cultures. In more recent years there has been a deliberate move away from this practice, however indigenous ‘borrowings’ remain deeply - [Recreation Law Center: Is there a Duty to Respond to Medical Emergencies--or Not?](https://www.outdoored.com/articles/recreation-law-center-there-duty-respond-medical-emergencies-or-not/) - Lissa Brown, Individually and as Administrator, etc. v. Atlas-Kona Kai, 2009 Cal. App. Unpub. Lexis 2108 (Court of Appeal of California, Fourth Appellate District, Division One, March, 2009) Michael Ponczocha collapsed in the hallway of a California health club operated by Atlas-Kona Kai (Kona Kai) and died of cardiac arrest one hour and twenty minutes - [Student Success through Outdoor Orientation Programs](https://www.outdoored.com/articles/student-success-through-outdoor-orientation-programs/) - Introduction Orientation programs are an integral part of most college students’ first year experience. With the average retention rate in 2014 of a first year BA/BS students at public universities being 64.2% (ACT, 2014) and the graduation rate of the same population being 36.5% (ACT, 2014), it is critical that colleges and universities evaluate how - [Outdoor Behavioral Health Care: Client and Treatment Characteristics Effects on Young Adult Outcomes](https://www.outdoored.com/articles/outdoor-behavioral-health-care-client-and-treatment-characteristics-effects-young-adult/) - Published from the Journal of Experiential Education with permission from the Association of Experiential Education as part of our partnership with AEE. For more information on JEE see the Sage Publishing Site. Journal of Experiential Education 2016, Vol. 39(3) 288–302 © The Authors 2016 Reprints and permissions: sagepub.com/journalsPermissions. nav DOI: 10.1177/1053825916655445 jee.sagepub.com Sean D. Roberts1, - [Helping Outdoor Orientation Leaders Understand Group Process](https://www.outdoored.com/articles/helping-outdoor-orientation-leaders-understand-group-process/) - A series of resources for helping outdoor orientation program leaders. Collated by Mark Ceder, University of San Diego. Using Personal Affirming to Create Healing - by Denise Mitten https://www.kettealapitvany.hu/files/3114/4971/7045/Using_Personal_Affirming_to_Create_Healt.pdf “10 ways to have a better conversation” – Celeste Headlee | TED Talks What are the 10 ways to have a better conversation? Which - [Recreation Law Center: Employee or Independent Contractor? The Difference Really Matters!](https://www.outdoored.com/articles/recreation-law-center-employee-or-independent-contractor-difference-really-matters/) - Zajaczkowski v. Connecticut State Soccer Association, Inc. et al., 2010 Conn. Super. LEXIS 435 (Feb. 2010). Peter Zajaczkowski was playing soccer with an adult soccer league when he collided with a goalie from the opposing team, suffering injuries. Peter (“plaintiff”) sued the Connecticut State Soccer Association, Inc. ("CSSA") and the Amateur Soccer League of Connecticut - [Recreation Law Center: Do Parents Have the Right to Release Their Child's Right to Sue?](https://www.outdoored.com/articles/recreation-law-center-do-parents-have-right-release-their-childs-right-sue/) - by Reb Gregg & Catherine Hansen-Stamp Kelly v. United States of America, 2011 U.S. Dist. LEXIS 89741 (North Carolina District Court 2011). You might think it obvious that a parent can act on his or her minor child’s behalf to release the child’s right to sue. We have had several courts ruling on this - [The Challenger Shuttle Disaster – What we can learn 30 years later](https://www.outdoored.com/articles/challenger-shuttle-disaster-what-we-can-learn-30-years-later/) - January 28, 2016 was the 30th anniversary of the Challenger disaster when the space shuttle Challenger exploded 73 seconds into take off killing all seven crew members. It remains one of NASA’s darkest days and has profound lessons for risk management that still ring true today. NASA astronaut Leroy Chiao, who flew three space shuttle - [American Heart Association & Red Cross Release New CPR Guidelines](https://www.outdoored.com/articles/american-heart-association-red-cross-release-new-cpr-guidelines/) - DALLAS, Oct. 15, 2015 — People should continue to jump in quickly to give CPR, using breaths if they’ve been trained in CPR and employing mobile technology to speed up the rescue of cardiac arrest victims, according to the American Heart Association’s 2015 Guidelines Update for Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) and Emergency Cardiovascular Care (ECC). The - [NOLS Diversity & Inclusion Briefing Guide](https://www.outdoored.com/articles/nols-diversity-inclusion-briefing-guide/) - From the Editors at OutdoorEd.com:Diversity & Inclusion must be fundamental aspects of all outdoor education programming. As a field we always bring values to the forefront in taking our clients and participants into the outdoors to challenge themselves and and engage in self-discovery. We also need to engage in our own self-discovery about what it - [Epinephrine: Medical & Ethical Necessity or Legal Nightmare?](https://www.outdoored.com/articles/epinephrine-medical-ethical-necessity-or-legal-nightmare/) - As an outdoor program director I’ve had to deal with the complicated ethical and legal issues of epinephrine for many decades. I want to especially thank Reb Gregg and Catherine Hansen-Stamp who presented on this topic a number of years ago at the Wilderness Risk Management Conference (WRMC) and Frances Turner Mock and Seth Hawkins - [Risk Assessment & Safety Management (RASM): The Complete Risk Management Model for Outdoor Programs](https://www.outdoored.com/articles/risk-assessment-safety-management-rasm-complete-risk-management-model-outdoor-programs/) - Resources Document on the Risk Assessment & Safety Management Model Video on the Risk Assessment & Safety Management Model PowerPoint of the Risk Assessment & Safety Management Model Risk Level Quantifier (Excel) The Risk Assessment & Safety Management Model (RASM) RASM has been in use in the outdoor education industry for more than a decade. Developed - [Zooming In and Out when Facilitating Learning](https://www.outdoored.com/articles/zooming-and-out-when-facilitating-learning/) - Are you a zoomer in or a zoomer out when you facilitate learning? If you feel that you zoom both ways, do you know which is your preference or your dominant style? Don't worry - I am not about to offer you a questionnaire to help you discover your dominant 'zoom style'. That would be - [...And by Comparison: A summary of the major causes of death with a particular emphasis on young people](https://www.outdoored.com/articles/and-comparison-summary-major-causes-death-particular-emphasis-young-people/) - To my knowledge no single government body collects figures on all causes of sudden or accidental death. As a result we never get to see a clear representation of the Health and Safety of the Nation, let alone the Health and Safety of Young People. When dealing with statistics of this type it is important - [Caution! Participant Agreements Containing a Release of Liability](https://www.outdoored.com/articles/caution-participant-agreements-containing-release-liability/) - Free Sample Case from the Recreation Law Center. Find more cases to help you manage legal liability for your program. This Florida case emphasizes the need to carefully craft participant agreements or other documents that include language seeking a release of liability for your organization’s negligence, considering a court’s strict reading of that language. In - [Risk Management Resources](https://www.outdoored.com/articles/risk-management-resources/) - These are some useful resources on Risk Management.The International Critical Incident Stress Foundation, Inc. (ICISF) - is a non-profit, open membership foundation dedicated to the prevention and mitigation of disabling stress through the provision of: Education, training and support services for all Emergency Services professions; Continuing education and training in Emergency Mental Health Services for - [Protocols for Outdoor Activities](https://www.outdoored.com/articles/protocols-outdoor-activities/) - Developing and implementing activity protocols across your organization is an essential part of providing a proper standard of care and and part of a comprehensive risk management plan. The purpose of sharing protocols is to advance the level of safety and professionalism within the fields of outdoor education and experiential education. OutdoorEd.com discourages the practice - [Equipment Resources](https://www.outdoored.com/articles/equipment-resources/) - Climbing & MountaineeringUIAA UIAA Information on Rope Wear Alpine Club of Canada Accidents Alpine Accidents in Canada - An excellent online, indexed database of historical data and accident analysis, put together by ACC volunteers. Helicopters Helicopter Safety (Adobe PDF) Ropes and Slings Damage from stepping on your rope (Word Document) Rope Crampon Test (JPG) Wet - [The Perfect Storm: Out of the Bowels of the Grand Canyon](https://www.outdoored.com/articles/perfect-storm-out-bowels-grand-canyon/) - This article portrays a case-study on group dynamics and the unfortunate turn of events that resulted in a wilderness first aid scenario. It can be used for training student and staff leaders in a college or university setting who plan to utilize the great outdoors as the medium for the growth and development of students. - [Outdoor Law: The Applicability of Good Samaritan Laws To Those Trained In Wilderness Medicine](https://www.outdoored.com/articles/outdoor-law-applicability-good-samaritan-laws-those-trained-wilderness-medicine/) - I. IntroductionThose who are trained in wilderness medicine should be aware of exposure to liability when they use the skills they have learned. This can be a bit more complicated than you might think. At the heart of the issue is the applicability of Good Samaritan laws. Generally, Good Samaritan laws are designed to provide - [Outdoor Law: Basic Risk Management Concepts for Outdoor Programs](https://www.outdoored.com/articles/outdoor-law-basic-risk-management-concepts-outdoor-programs/) - Outdoor programs tend to take safety issues seriously and perhaps for this reason usually have low loss experiences. Yet sound risk management requires more than an attitude. It comes from an understanding of the concepts and acting on that understanding.I. Liability Issues Liability can arise from marketing representations that lead to detrimental reliance or contract - [An 'Ecological' approach to Internal Risk Management Audits](https://www.outdoored.com/articles/ecological-approach-internal-risk-management-audits/) - This article by Clare Dallat of the Outdoor Education Group and Preston Cline of the Wharton Center for Leadership and Change Management at the University of Pennsylvania explores how the actual approach taken before, during and after the audit, may go a long way in determining the outcome, and the effectiveness of the report to - [Staying in the Field and Out of the Courthouse](https://www.outdoored.com/articles/staying-field-and-out-courthouse/) - The primary purpose of a risk management plan is not the avoidance of legal liability. Rather, it is the maintenance of a quality program; that is, one which deals reasonably and fairly with its clients or students and their families. A program that delivers what it says it will deliver, and does so in the - [International Risk Management](https://www.outdoored.com/articles/international-risk-management/) - I remember sitting around a hotel in Mexico City listening to a few students telling their story of being mugged. I was a little distracted at the time thinking about the bus we’d just hired with bald tires, no working emergency exits and a driver who tested his spiritual strength by passing other vehicles on - [Hypothermia: Field Assessment and Treatment](https://www.outdoored.com/articles/hypothermia-field-assessment-and-treatment/) - This section is reproduced from chapter 9 of The Backpacker's Field Manual by Rick Curtis with permission of the author. This material is copyrighted by Random House Publishing and may not be reproduced in any fashion.The body has a number of mechanisms to properly maintain its optimal core temperature of 98.6°F (37°C). Above 105°F (40°C), - [As Sustainable As Possible Worksheet](https://www.outdoored.com/articles/sustainable-possible-worksheet/) - Download the Excel versions of the WorksheetASAP 2.0: As Sustainable as Possible (full article) As Sustainable As Possible Model (ASAP) (short version) As Sustainable As Possible Worksheet As Sustainable as Possible (Excel Worksheet with formulas) As Sustainable As Possible (blank Excel Worksheet) 3 points 2 points 1 point 0 points Your Score Gear - [As Sustainable As Possible Model (ASAP) - Short Version](https://www.outdoored.com/articles/sustainable-possible-model-asap-short-version/) - ASAP 2.0: As Sustainable as Possible (full article) As Sustainable As Possible Model (ASAP) (short version) As Sustainable As Possible Worksheet As Sustainable as Possible (Excel Worksheet with formulas) As Sustainable As Possible (blank Excel Worksheet) Gear Renewable Materials Renewable materials are grown and harvested in sustainable manner. Examples of renewable materials are: bamboo, soy, - [ASAP 2.0: As Sustainable as Possible](https://www.outdoored.com/articles/asap-20-sustainable-possible/) - A Working Model to Assess and Improve the Sustainability of Outdoor Education and RecreationDeveloped by Sustainable Backcountry Travel Northland College Fall 2007 Visiting Assistant Professor of Outdoor Education Paul Van Horn with Anna Bauer, Hilary Bulger, Drew Cramer, Byron Emmons, Joe Graveen, Dave Lardinois, Andrew Rasmus, Paul Sveum, Jessica Swiercynski, Dave Thomas, Carolyn Weber Edited - [Recreational Water Illnesses (RWIs)](https://www.outdoored.com/articles/recreational-water-illnesses-rwis/) - What are Recreational Water Illnesses (RWIs)?RWIs are illnesses that are spread by swallowing, breathing, or having contact with contaminated water from swimming pools, spas, lakes, rivers, or oceans. Recreational water illnesses can cause a wide variety of symptoms, including gastrointestinal, skin, ear, respiratory, eye, neurologic and wound infections. The most commonly reported RWI is diarrhea. - [Extreme Cold: A Prevention Guide to Promote Your Personal Health and Safety](https://www.outdoored.com/articles/extreme-cold-prevention-guide-promote-your-personal-health-and-safety/) - When winter temperatures drop significantly below normal, staying warm and safe can become a challenge. Extremely cold temperatures often accompany a winter storm, so you may have to cope with power failures and icy roads. Although staying indoors as much as possible can help reduce the risk of car crashes and falls on the ice, - [Research Review: Survey of Summer Camp Health Officers](https://www.outdoored.com/articles/research-review-survey-summer-camp-health-officers/) - There is a wide variety in the level of training for camp health officers, ambulance response times to summer camps, and availability of on-site emergency medical equipment, such as automatic external defibrillators (AED).A recently published study from the University of Michigan summarizes the results of a mail survey of Michigan camp health officers (CHO) during - [Legal Issues in Wilderness Medicine](https://www.outdoored.com/articles/legal-issues-wilderness-medicine/) - A student fractures a leg, dislocates a shoulder or lapses into a coma. Weather and terrain prevent radio communication. You are five hours from the trailhead and a telephone. Medical analysis and care are needed. Now, what do you do? How will your conduct be judged?The medical care you and your staff provide in wilderness - [Communicating the Value of Your Program](https://www.outdoored.com/articles/communicating-value-your-program/) - As a business development advisor to experiential learning and challenge course programs I spend a lot of time thinking about what it takes to communicate the value of experiential programs to prospective customers. This article includes some suggestions and a self evaluation that you can use to strengthen the way you communicate value to prospective - [To Grow or Not to Grow?](https://www.outdoored.com/articles/grow-or-not-grow/) - The answer to these questions always intrigue me. For some programs, the idea of growth inspires well-intentioned concerns of appearing greedy and honest worries that growth could undermine an organization’s fundamental mission. For others, growth has become imperative because of a mandate from a Board of Directors or a spike in demand for your services. - [Risk and Exploration: Earth, Sea and the Stars](https://www.outdoored.com/articles/risk-and-exploration-earth-sea-and-stars/) - The full version of Risk and Exploration: Earth, Sea and the Stars is available from the NASA Web site in PDF format (308 pages - 2.74MB).Contents Acknowledgments - Steve J. Dick, Keith L. Cowing Invitation Letter - Sean O'Keefe Introduction - Scott Hubbard Session Introduction The Vision for Exploration - Sean O'Keefe Race to the - [Experiential Education: A Fragile and Incomplete Project](https://www.outdoored.com/articles/experiential-education-fragile-and-incomplete-project/) - Keynote Speech to the Rocky Mountain Regional Conference of the Association for Experiential Education, April 7, 2006Introduction Projects are interesting things. My wife and I own an old, Victorian age house in Indiana. When we purchased it two years ago, we knew then that it would be a project to get it to where we - [Reality Therapy, Choice Theory and Adventure: Promising Techniques for Wilderness Therapy](https://www.outdoored.com/articles/reality-therapy-choice-theory-and-adventure-promising-techniques-wilderness-therapy/) - While the field of adventure education has grown and diversified in many ways over the past four decades, there has been an increasing call for advances in program theory, research, and evaluation (Baldwin et. al, 2004; Gass, 2007; Priest & Gass, 2005). One aspect of adventure education, adventure therapy, is showing promising results, but is - [Critical Incident Stress Debriefing - Helpful or Harmful?](https://www.outdoored.com/articles/critical-incident-stress-debriefing-helpful-or-harmful/) - Thirty years ago, when I first started working as an EMT, there was little attention given to managing the stress of the profession. We coped with stoical silence in a culture where there was no acceptable way to deal with the emotional impact, sadness and tragedy we experienced. We rarely talked about our experience and - [Reviewing and Re-enacting Ropes Course Experiences](https://www.outdoored.com/articles/reviewing-and-re-enacting-ropes-course-experiences/) - The principles and practices described in this article apply to the review of most physical activities. The reviewing techniques are described in a way that applies to the particular problems and opportunities found when using ropes course activities - artificial outdoor challenges where people climb, balance, swing and support each other while being safely belayed - [Programme Design for Leadership Training](https://www.outdoored.com/articles/programme-design-leadership-training/) - Maximising Leadership Opportunities on Leadership Training ProgrammesOne of the main challenges in designing leadership training courses (especially short ones) is to create enough opportunities for each individual to have several turns as leader. Courses for developing teamwork skills are more straightforward because participants are always part of the team, but on leadership courses each individual - [Group Dynamics: The Natural Social Lubricant!](https://www.outdoored.com/articles/group-dynamics-natural-social-lubricant/) - What is (are) Group Dynamics?I use the term Group Dynamics to mean all the human behaviors and interactions that influence your trip. Group dynamics begin as soon as people in the group begin to meet each other. It's important to remember a couple of things: People focus on the leader 90 percent of communication is - [Teaching in the Outdoors: A Primer](https://www.outdoored.com/articles/teaching-outdoors-primer/) - INTRODUCTIONTeaching in general can be a scary thing. We are put in a position of authority and knowledge whether or not we feel like an expert in the particular area. We can feel pressure to know “everything” and be able to answer all questions. We want our students to have confidence in our ability to - [Bear Safety and Defense--Important Do's and Don'ts](https://www.outdoored.com/articles/bear-safety-and-defense-important-dos-and-donts/) - Some of the best spots in the world for outdoor recreation are also home to bears, and few wild animals seem to inspire a greater range of emotions and reactions in humans than bruins. From stuffed toys to mascots for sports teams and from the subjects of TV documentaries to "actors" in ads that promote - [Rip Current Safety Resources](https://www.outdoored.com/articles/rip-current-safety-resources/) - Rip currents are powerful, channeled currents of water flowing away from shore. They typically extend from the shoreline, through the surf zone, and past the line of breaking waves. Rip currents form as waves disperse along the beach causing water to become trapped between the beach and a sandbar or other underwater feature. The water - [Lightning Hazards & Safety](https://www.outdoored.com/articles/lightning-hazards-safety/) - I always teach our student leaders how to deal with lightning. It's never a very popular protocol, being crouched in the lightning position in the middle of the night in a thunderstorm, but the recent tragedy involving a Boy Scout troop backpacking in the Sierras which left a Scout Master and a child dead points - [Risk Management for Organizations: Keeping the Ship Afloat](https://www.outdoored.com/articles/risk-management-organizations-keeping-ship-afloat/) - The concept of risk management is one that has to encompass the whole of your program, from the first day of planning a new activity through the last piece of gear that is put away when the trip is over. It is such a huge task and involves so many different players in your organization - [Conducting Internal Incident Reviews A process for developing wilderness incident case studies](https://www.outdoored.com/articles/conducting-internal-incident-reviews-process-developing-wilderness-incident-case-studies/) - In an industry that prides itself in the ability to proactively manage risk, it is essential for us to utilize multiple approaches to gather, analyze, and incorporate risk management information into our programs. Upon the close of a significant incident and, if necessary, after a Critical Incident Stress Debriefing (CISD) of staff and participants, a - [The Wilderness Incident Investigative Interview: Mitigating Memory Challenges Utilizing the Enhanced Cognitive Interview (ECI) Technique](https://www.outdoored.com/articles/wilderness-incident-investigative-interview-mitigating-memory-challenges-utilizing-enhanced/) - Interviewing participants and witnesses is the most critical component to the Wilderness Incident Review Process (Merrill & Wright, 2001). When successful, interviews provide the highest quality and quantity of information to developing case studies. Memory retrieval is not an easy task; there are many factors that collude to hinder the process. For years the outdoor - [Outdoor Education and Adventure: The Hows and Whys](https://www.outdoored.com/articles/outdoor-education-and-adventure-hows-and-whys/) - A Journal Article Presented to The Graduate Faculty of the School of Education University of Wisconsin - La Crosse In Partial Fulfillment of the requirements for the Degree Master of Education - Professional Development Outdoor Education and Adventure: The Hows and Whys Does your physical education program need more excitement? Does participation in an experience - [Emergency Response Drills for Outdoor Programs](https://www.outdoored.com/articles/emergency-response-drills-outdoor-programs/) - IntroductionFortunately, many of our organizations will never experience a true emergency—serious accident or fatality, financial collapse, program crippling property damage, or mission threatening negative publicity. A clean record does not guarantee a smooth future. Recent events like multiple swimmers drowning, abuse allegations, vehicle accidents, and wildfires remind us of the importance of having an Emergency - [Creating an Industry-wide Risk Management Practices Survey](https://www.outdoored.com/articles/creating-industry-wide-risk-management-practices-survey/) - AbstractManaging risks in the field is, perhaps, the single most important dimension of running a successful outdoor expeditionary program — a topic that is certainly worthy of dialogue among professionals. In order to have this dialogue, however, we need to develop some sense of a common language regarding field-based hazards and risk management strategies. 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