Climbers scale the epic of Gothics By Alan Wechsler You would think that ice would be a key ingredient in ice climbing, no? Axes in your hands and crampons on your feet, you pick and kick your way up what is supposed to be a giant icicle. … [Read more...] about Staring into a cold face
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New ice climbing guide gives solid overview for beginners and experienced adventurers
By Phil BrownWinter came a little late this year, but it’s here, and people are once again climbing ice in Keene Valley and elsewhere in the region. Many folks fail to see the allure of clawing up frozen waterfalls with spiky crampons and pointy … [Read more...] about New ice climbing guide gives solid overview for beginners and experienced adventurers
5 ice climbing articles
Recommended reading from Adirondack Explorer's archives: Chapel Pond Canyon Former Explorer editor Phil Brown ice climbs "Positive Reinforcement" with local climber Sabrina Hague. READ MORE Chouinard’s Gully Chills and thrills. The … [Read more...] about 5 ice climbing articles
The magic of ice climbing
Adirondacks known for 'fat sticky ice' By Sierra McGivney To some people, ice climbing sounds insane. You walk up to a steep sheet of ice, strap on sharp daggers to mountaineering boots, tightly hold on to two serrated foreign objects and … [Read more...] about The magic of ice climbing
The Good, the Brittle and the Dirty
Ice climbing at Cascade Pass a solid start for beginners By Sierra McGivney The sun hit our sleepy eyes before the alarm went off. Our bags were already packed from the night before. Ice tools were strapped to the outside. Inside harnesses and … [Read more...] about The Good, the Brittle and the Dirty
Ice climbing outfitters and guides
There are so many great outfitters and guiding businesses to start ice climbing. Here is a short list of some in the area that offer climbing gear rentals and guiding services. They can help point you in the right direction if you are looking to … [Read more...] about Ice climbing outfitters and guides