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The author completes a pitch on remote Pharaoh Mountain. Photo provided by Alan Wechsler

Exploring the Adirondacks’ less-traveled ice climbing routes

By Contributing Writer

Ice climbing adventures beyond the High Peaks - exploring remote and lesser-known routes across the Adirondacks.

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Lisa Ballard ice climbs in Ouray, Colorado.

Chasing adventure: The thrill and risk of the mountains

By Lisa Ballard

Lisa Ballard dives into why some people push outdoor skills to the limits

Will Roth on the first pitch of Roaring Brook Falls.

Exploring 2 of the Adirondacks’ best multi-pitch ice climbs

By Phil Brown

Phil Brown tackles two classic multi-pitch ice climbing routes - Multiplication Gully and Roaring Brook Falls.

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The end of ice climbing?

By Alan Wechsler

For those who love ice climbing, with its short season and fickle medium, warmer winters have hit hard

rangers in red conducting a rescue. rangers have been pushing for retirement eligibility equal to other areas of law enforcement

Second ice climber rescued at Pitchoff 

By Chloe Bennett

The man fell about 30 feet, rangers say

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Surviving a fall

By Phil Brown

Experienced ice climber describes Jan. 9 accident in Cascade Pass

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Staring into a cold face

By Alan Wechsler

An attempt to claw up the frozen face of Gothics.

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New ice climbing guide gives solid overview for beginners and experienced adventurers

By Phil Brown

Climbers of all skill levels will find much of value in this manual

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5 ice climbing articles

By Sierra McGivney

Recommended reading from Adirondack Explorer's archives

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The magic of ice climbing

By Sierra McGivney

From December until early to mid-March, locals and climbers from all over the world flock to this ice climbing mecca.

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