WIRELESS: Mobile war over social networking Mar 6, 2008
Social networking is going mobile - International Herald Tribune. Social networking is going mobile. (International Herald Tribune)
Adventure Center Opens In Union Feb 23, 2008
The center allows students to rent equipment for camping, snowshoeing, mountain biking and rock and ice climbing as well as less-intense activities such as in-line skating, Frisbee golf, bocce and horseshoes. Outdoor Adventure Assistant John Huck said that the equipment available at the center is all brand-new and top of the line. (The Daily Campus, CT)
Ice climbing enthusiasts slip under the radar Feb 10, 2008
A New Hope man, Luke Wolfgang, was injured Feb. 2 while ice climbing in the Buttermilk Falls area of Toby Creek, near the rock cut on Route 309 in Courtdale ... This season though, Miscavage hasn t gone ice climbing ... We haven t sold as much (ice climbing gear) because the ice hasn t been that great, Miscavage said. (The Citizen's Voice, PA)
Banff Mountain Film fest returns to Port City Feb 4, 2008
We have films about mountain biking, ice climbing, even a new event called snow kiting, Christensen-Lang said. Its really breathtaking photography. (Seacoast New Hampshire)
Ice climber hospitalized after fall Feb 3, 2008
A New Hope man was flown by helicopter to Community Medical Center in Scranton after an ice climbing accident in Courtdale. Firefighters used a rope to rescue the man, who was identified by Kingston Township police as Luke Wolfgang. (The Citizen's Voice, PA)
A brave new world awaits viewers at Banff Film Fest Jan 30, 2008
Wood River Journal - Hailey, Idaho. Tuesday, January 29, 2008. (Wood River Journal, ID)
Going with the flow Jan 28, 2008
Ice climbing is no different ... Ice climbing is a sport best learned in the company of an experienced climber, guide or company ... is a Web site detailing ice climbing locations throughout the state, as well as a forum where climbers can post up-to-date ice conditions. (Anchorage Daily News)
Photos: Ice Climbing along Turnagain Arm Jan 28, 2008
Ice Climbing along Turnagain Arm. Photo by BOB HALLINEN / Anchorage Daily News. (Anchorage Daily News)
Safe Skiing Riding & Winter Sport Jan 23, 2008
The range of activity is huge: skiing (which includes alpine, telemark and Nordic, or cross-country), boarding, snowshoeing, skating, sliding and ice climbing ... Alpine skiing is more dangerous than watching TV, snowshoeing in February is more dangerous than a woods stroll in June and ice climbing is more dangerous than either if not done properly. (Suite101.com)
Climbers Push Their Skills On Ice-Covered Silos Jan 22, 2008
For five years, Don Briggs has taught an ice climbing class at the University of Northern Iowa. But in a state that doesn't have any mountains, Briggs has found a way to bring the sport to life. (NBC4.tv, CA)
What if you dont ski? Cool winter alternatives Jan 18, 2008
Then try a beginning ice climbing course at the Mt. Washington resort. Located in Bretton Woods, N. H., the resort offers a beginning ice climbing course where you climb a frozen waterfall ... This one-day course, taught by the experts from the International Mountain Climbing School in North Conway, is an introduction to waterfall ice climbing and general mountaineering. (MSNBC -- Travel)
An old-fashioned Montana ski trip Jan 16, 2008
(There are opportunities to try back-country skiing or ice climbing as well here with Montana Alpine Guides (). "It takes an extra flight to get here, but it's so worth it," says Jim Caccavo, a Californian from San Diego whose wife and kids like Moonlight Basin so much they bought a second home here. (CNN -- Travel)
Ice festival offers more than climbing Jan 14, 2008
(Snowshoe racing) is something totally different than ice climbing, said Eric Barnard, snowshoe race coordinator. Barnard, from Pocatello, Idaho, works for the snowshoe company Redfeather. (Montrose Daily Press, CO)
Top 10 ski vacations for non-skiers Jan 11, 2008
Celebrating its status as the highest peak of Laurentian Mountains which are typically snowed-over from December through April snow bunnies can have a taste of the great mountain via tubing, ice climbing, or snowshoeing. Daredevils neednt don skis to catch one of the biggest buzzes around, but should rather sign up for Acrobranche, an obstacle course of sorts that comes complete with Tarzan ropes and suspended bridges atop a forest canopy some 75 feet above the ground, and... (MSNBC -- Travel)
Ski resort dealsfor everyone, from $147 a night Jan 11, 2008
Active types can choose between ice-fishing, tobogganing, snowshoeing, sledding, ice climbing, and snowmobiling, while those who prefer heritage and culture can explore fabled forts from the Revolutionary Wars, discover charming 19th-century villages, tour historic museums, and catch art shows and concerts. To cap it off, Lake Placid's shopping and dining scenes are also first-rate. (MSNBC -- Travel)
Businesses Hear Burlington Waterfront Plan Jan 11, 2008
The plan to make the plant into an ice climbing and family recreation center would be paid for from four sources: The Ice Factor, a Scotland-based recreation company that specializes in ice climbing, with seven-to-eight million dollars of private investment. The Lake Champlain Community Sailing Center, a non-profit that would pump in $3. (WCAX.com, VT)
CostaLiving: Stairway to heaven Jan 10, 2008
I could not have destroyed the stairs more if I had used an ice climbing hatchet and sulfuric acid. You could demonstrate molecular structure by looking at the particles and sub-particles of the gray pointing cement. (Lincoln Journal, MA)
Snowfall could make ice climbing more difficult Jan 9, 2008
OURAY Ice climbing will be more difficult given the more than 20 inches of snow that fell on Ouray over the past few days. But organizers said this snowfall is not likely to have a significant effect on the Ice Festival, which kicks off today. (Montrose Daily Press, CO)
Together (1/7/08) Jan 8, 2008
He enjoys hiking, camping and ice climbing. The lakeside ceremony will be officiated by Nancy Cohen. (Anchorage Daily News)
Getting a grip: Watch the Video Jan 7, 2008
Keeton Disser, who owns Southwest Adventure Guides with her husband, Nate, said organizers designed the festival to be both an event where experienced climbers could gather and rookies could be introduced to the unique world of ice climbing ... The Dissers seek adventure year-round, but Keeton Disser said ice climbing has a special draw for her because of the sport's razor-sharp tools. (Durango Herald)
Chamber won't overlap ‘Forward' Jan 1, 2008
The Forest Service conducted a needs analysis and determined there is some but limited need for (guided) ice climbing and mountain biking, said Gasch, also a member of the Park County Travel Council. I get calls and e-mail all the time from people who want a guide, he adds. (Cody Enterprise, WY)
Mass. man rescued after ice climbing fall Dec 31, 2007
man rescued after ice climbing fall. CRAWFORD NOTCH, N.H. (AP) -- A Massachusetts man suffered a broken leg after falling about 40 feet while ice climbing in New Hampshire's White Mountains. (Concord Monitor)
Ice guy chills out in the far North Dec 27, 2007
Broward teen studies global warming in an ice field - 12/27/2007 - MiamiHerald (The Miami Herald)
Winter Getaways in Western Canada Dec 22, 2007
If you are thrill seekers you could try ice climbing where you actually climb the frozen mountain waterfalls in Banff National Park. You can skate or go ice fishing on Lake Louise, or take a horse driven sleigh ride along its shores. (Suite101.com)
Ski Channel Glides Into HarroArt Pact Dec 18, 2007
Competitions include: freestyle, extreme and Chinese downhill, plus bungy jumping, jet boating, glacier walks and ice climbing. is one of the worlds most unique and talented artists, said Bellamy in a statement. (Multichannel News)
Kids Wall new addition to Ouray Ice Park Dec 16, 2007
It s a story the local ice climbing community knows well. About five years ago, mountaineer Malcolm Daly played live auctioneer at Ouray s Ice Festival. (Montrose Daily Press, CO)
Will Gadd is fearless for Discovery's new 'Planet' Nov 9, 2007
By Gary Strauss, USA TODAY Extreme sportsman Will Gadd's life has been a prolonged thrill ride ice climbing, skiing and kayaking around the world ... Extreme sportsman Will Gadd's life has been a prolonged thrill ride ice climbing, skiing and kayaking around the world. (USA Today -- Life)
Too warm to ski? Head to the spa, shops in N.H. Nov 7, 2007
Several New Hampshire ski areas have skating rinks and Bretton Woods offers ice climbing classes. But Wildcat Mountain in Pinkham Notch has the most unusual new offering: a zip line cable ride. (MSNBC -- Travel)
Ladies only: 8 getaways for female travelers Oct 19, 2007
Try mountaineering, rock climbing or ice climbing in Mt. Shasta, Mt. Whitney and Yosemite, or head a little further and go trekking in the mountains of Peru. Youll need to be in moderately good shape to tackle these trips, but experienced guides will be able to provide how-to instructions on using a crampon, ice aces and basic mountain safety before you climb. (MSNBC -- Travel)
Whistler Winter Skiing Season Oct 15, 2007
- Backcountry tours: beyond the bustle of the slopes lies untouched terrain to be explored through ski tours, ice climbing and mountaineering. - Cat Skiing: Bombardier Snowcats take guests daily on untracked expeditions that include breakfast and lunch, safety equipment and a guide. (Suite101.com)
Ice Climbing in New Zealand Oct 7, 2007
Also ice climbing has a dangerously exciting aura about it when in fact it can be made very safe ... There are plenty of opportunities for ice climbing in the South Island ... Ice Climbing at Fox or Franz Josef Glaciers. (Suite101.com)
Wanted: Broomball game, reason to enter T-Hall Sep 25, 2007
During the 3+ years that I have been enrolled as a student at UNH, I have studied dead languages, gone ice climbing, found God, been locked into the beach at midnight, made a hammock, swum in the Mediterranean, seen Old Faithful geyser go off more times than I can count, floated down Firehole Canyon, vomited in the dining hall (on two separate occasions), almost failed a class, shared unspeakable secrets, been inducted into Phi Beta Kappa, been sexiled twice in one night, and traveled to a... (The New Hampshire, NH)
The great, free outdoors Sep 24, 2007
"It was gorgeous,'' Linehan said. The pair couldn't drive past, so they pulled in. By Saturday, with their Toyota hybrid four-by-four towing a cute but tiny trailer, they'd made it only a couple hundred miles closer to their eventual Lower 48 destination. End-of-season camping was proving so good they were having a tough time just getting off the Kenai Peninsula. This glacier-studded valley was a lot like Deep Creek -- too pretty to pass up. So they turned off the Seward Highway, drove back past... (Anchorage Daily News)
Gutsy adventures for alpha females Sep 22, 2007
From surf safaris to ice climbing gutsy trips for women with a wild side. Hike to Washingtons 14,411-foot Mt. Ranier with Im Ins. (MSNBC -- Travel)
Community Sports: Area's rock, ice draw climbing tour Sep 19, 2007
But we ve been really successful, said Joe Josephson, an SMCC board member and author of Winter Dance, an ice climbing guide to Hyalite Canyon ... Its most recent task deals with Hyalite's renowned ice climbing ... Hyalite's ice climbing ranks among the world's best. (Bozeman Daily Chronicle, MT)
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He also plays guitar in his church choir, is a second-degree black belt in Tae Kwan Do, and enjoys ice climbing and whitewater kayaking. This year he climbed his seventh mountain Mount Elbert, the second highest peak in the United States. (Sayre Evening Times, PA)
Big adventure Sep 12, 2007
Mountaineering trips to the Rwenzoris glaciated high peaks, Marguerita, Speke and Baker, require ice climbing experience. MORE AFRICAN DESTINATIONS.. (iAfrica.com)
Body language Sep 9, 2007
Having locked himself into the Gladstone Gallery in Chelsea, he took off his clothes and scaled the walls and ceiling using ropes, a harness and some large titanium ice climbing screws which he embedded in the brickwork. Then, having inserted two Vaselined ice screws into his bum, he lowered himself back down again, ending up on the shoulders of an assistant dressed in an American football strip. (Guardian Unlimited)
Lohan reportedly in rehab in Utah Aug 7, 2007
The drug treatment center at the Studio is located near the base of Mount Timpanogos and the mouth of Provo Canyon, a world-renowned fly-fishing and ice climbing area. Admission guidelines state that a thorough history and physical examination will be completed upon arrival by the center's medical staff, and it is also stressed that new participants keep an open mind. (MSNBC -- News)
Rain or shine, Juneau is the place to be in summer Jul 23, 2007
Take a helicopter ride up to Matanuska Glacier and go ice climbing with Northstar Trekking. Go whale watching with Four Seasons Marine. (Anchorage Daily News)
Erwin men tackle Mount Rainier in tip-top adventure Jul 11, 2007
From Disappointment Cleaver, Poling said, the journey was nothing but ice climbing. One major obstacle was negotiating the crevasses that had opened on the glaciers with the arrival of warmer weather. (Erwin Record, TN)
Climber Boskoff’s body found on China peak Jul 10, 2007
There were so many times when Boskoff held her friend up, supporting her and belaying her while ice climbing in Ames or rock climbing in Paradox. But Hodson remembers one time in particular. (Telluride Daily Planet, CO)
Firefighters tackle Denali Jul 6, 2007
"We would practice basic glacier travel techniques, ice climbing and all sorts of stuff by training in places like Exit Glacier and Matanuska Glacier," Anderson said. "We also climbed some smaller peaks in the Chugach Range.". (Anchorage Daily News)
Remodel held; Peaks could sell Jun 30, 2007
Is the proposed 36-foot tall ice climbing sculpture on west Colorado Ave. a good idea or a bad idea. GOOD. (Telluride Daily Planet, CO)
Council denies ice climbing sculpture Jun 28, 2007
An ice climbing sculpture proposed to be erected next to a small building on Colorado Avenue won t leave the blueprint stage at least not in its current design ... The ice climbing sculpture fits in with the character of the mountaineering center as well as that of Telluride, Schwenninger said, but the theme is open to change. (Telluride Daily Planet, CO)
* Where outdoors is the way up Jun 23, 2007
His current project is a tower of ice - suspended from steel cables - to be used for ice climbing. He plans to build it next winter in Ogden. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- Business)
Labour movement team to trek K2 and do community work Jun 19, 2007
" ADVERTISEMENT At the send-off ceremony on Monday evening, the High Commissioner of Pakistan Sajjad Ashraf and Labour MP Josephine Teo came to cheer them on. Mrs Teo broke into a mini ice mountain to retrieve a trekking stick and presented it to the team leader as a token of good wishes. The team will only be mountain trekking and not ice climbing as they scale up the 8,000 metre-high mountain.The NTUC Club has raised over S 25,000 for the trek.Part of the expedition will include a stop-over at... (Channel NewsAsia, Singapore)
Westport school board honors retirees Jun 8, 2007
Crowe will also continue her mountaineering pursuits with her husband, including rock and ice climbing. Cathy Dobbs has been teaching instrumental music for 36 years, 31 of those years in Westport's public schools. (Westport Minuteman, CT)
Producer offers glimpse of adventures in Oregon Apr 19, 2007
The series has also allowed Amen to view how Oregonians recreate including ice climbing, sand boarding, parachute surfing and mountain biking. The world s stupidest sport, though, has to be mountain unicycling, Amen said, drawing laughter from the crowd. (Albany Democrat-Herald, OR)
Burlington mayor wants to do something with abandoned plant Apr 19, 2007
In a public letter, Kiss said the building could housing a sailing center "and other community based amenities like a roof top restaurant, a real outdoor skating rink, a children's spray park, children's museum, maritime museum or indoor rock and ice climbing center.". Two years ago Burlington voters rejected a proposal that would have handed over the building to the Greater Burlington YMCA.. (WCAX.com, VT)
Climb every mountain: Local man has scaled more than 50 peaks and he's eager to climb others Apr 18, 2007
During his excursions, Tomfeld has taken up such hobbies as ice climbing and winter camping, from which he learned a new meaning of getting by with what you have. Going 26 days without a shower is pretty tough, Tomfeld said. (Muscatine Journal, IO)
Johnson, Webb to wed Apr 14, 2007
He was a member of Phi Beta Kappa, played rugby (NCAA Sweet 16 Team), and guided international expeditions in ice climbing and mountaineering. He attended the War Studies Department of King s College, University of London. (Buffalo Reflex, MO)
On top of the world Apr 5, 2007
"I use it for a lot of ice climbing and testing out gear. I also do lone cardiovascular climbs to simulate the conditions on Everest, without the altitude of course." Warren said temperatures can dip as low as 60 degrees below Fahrenheit on Mount Everest, but he said he'll be completely comfortable because of the suit he'll be wearing. "The suit I'm going to be wearing when I'm on Mount Everest is so warm that I can't wear it on Mount Washington because I'd sweat right through it, but I'll be... (North Kingstown Standard Times, RI)
Your Incredible Neighbors: Painting, writing, photography keep B&B couple busy Apr 4, 2007
Describing Ouray s winter landscape Becky said, It s a winter paradise for winter people; there s an ice climbing festival every January. Summer, she said, is filled with delightful degree days in the low to mid 70s. (Green Valley News & Sun, AZ)
Brave: The Search For Spirit Dancer Review Apr 2, 2007
There are other areas such as canoeing and ice climbing that shows plenty of potential. Combined with an endearing art style, Brave creates a nice little reality for itself. (IGN PS2)
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So I scoured my apartment for the gear that I wore back in my days of ice climbing on Mount Washington, New Hamsphire, which is often stated (not quite accurately. to have the worst weather in the world. (SkyAndTelescope.com)
Climbing permit denied - By Mark Heinz Mar 15, 2007
A request for a commercial permit to guide ice climbing on the South Fork has been denied by the Shoshone Forest ... The ice climbing season typically lasts from late October to April ... e know ice climbing on the South Fork is growing in popularity, Root said. (Cody Enterprise, WY)
Marriage Spells Death to Lady's Libido Mar 9, 2007
He has written a book on ice climbing and been featured in climbing magazines. He also teaches a course on the sport at the university. (Fox News)
For Durangoan, MS brought grief, wisdom Mar 6, 2007
Backcountry skiing above Silverton, ice climbing near Tamarron, scaling mountains in Canada's Bugaboos and Chile/Argentina's Patagonias - Altman's out doing it. There was a time doctors would have warned against such extreme exploits. (Durango Herald)
Outdoors 101: Ice climbing leaves a cool sense of accomplishment Mar 3, 2007
For me, ice climbing falls into the latter category. Not that ice climbing wasn t fun and enjoyable through not very relaxing, what with ice being rather slippery and chunks of it tending to come off at inopportune times ... Stisser who was also my guide last summer when I went rock climbing with two other Journal employees doesn t take people ice climbing commercially. (Rapid City Journal, SD)
A little love for our neighbors to the south Mar 1, 2007
The story talked about local snowshoeing, the international ice climbing competition in January and grabbing a soak at the local hot springs. Of Ouray. (Montrose Daily Press, CO)
Guide to the great outdoors Feb 25, 2007
Hess has completed preliminary filming at the Moab and Anza-Borrego deserts and is making another video about ice climbing in the Oregon Cascades. David Berlin. (San Diego Union-Tribune -- Business)
Safehouse to continue to serve Ouray County women Feb 21, 2007
All are in agreement about the need to continue providing services to Ouray residents, one of whom, Kim Reynolds of Chicks with Picks Ice Climbing clinics fame, has donated 113,427 to the local women s shelter as of Feb. 2. Reynolds, who is currently in New Hampshire teaching an ice climbing program, could not be reached for comment prior to press time. (Telluride Daily Planet, CO)
USFS ‘goes slow' on ice climbing - By Mark Heinz Feb 20, 2007
USFS goes slow' on ice climbing - By Mark Heinz. Shoshone Forest officials aren't completely opposed to guided ice climbing on the South Fork, but want to approach the issue with caution, an official said ... Meanwhile, much of the public seems satisfied with ice climbing as it is, he added. (Cody Enterprise, WY)
Snow is Celebrated but Avalanche Danger Remains Feb 17, 2007
"We are just trying to stress that anyone that is thinking of going ice climbing or back country skiing, that it's probably just best to wait until conditions firm up a little bit in the back country," said Neil Van Dyke with Stowe Mt. Rescue. Officials say the avalanche threat will probably last until at least next week. (WCAX.com, VT)
