Exempla unveils addiction center Nov 13, 2008
The center has established a partnership with a group called Phoenix Multisport, an organization that seeks to replace addictions with healthy activities such as hiking, biking, rock climbing and exercise. The center also offers yoga instruction and acupuncture therapy alternative treatments that some insurers may not cover. (Denver Business Journal, CO)
Mission, Salavation Army see emptier shelves Nov 13, 2008
Home Sweet Home has teamed with Upper Limits rock climbing gym on a canned food drive through Nov. 15. Raycraft mailed churches and schools about The Salvation Armys dire need of nonperishable items. (The Pantagraph newspaper)
Political diversity in the media: too much of a good thing? Nov 13, 2008
You're an atheist vegetarian crochet-nut who enjoys rock climbing and Thai takeout. There's a channel for you. (Daily Iowan, IA)
Inline skating rewards Rick Sadlier, 31, with stamina Nov 12, 2008
And he even gets together with other folks from Atlanta Peachtree Roadrollers to go rock climbing, hiking and kayaking. What it s done for him: I work on the floor a lot and I walk from one side of the store to the other, he says. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Health)
Politics stay out of 2008's Planetfest Nov 9, 2008
Not content with simply passing out pamphlets, the Army booth stood in the shadow of a 20-foot rock climbing wall. Marines allowed concertgoers the chance to either impress friends or embarrass themselves on a pull-up bar. (Florida Times-Union)
William Jonathan Hays Andrews (34) Nov 8, 2008
Willy loved outdoor activities skiing, rock climbing, motorcycling, rafting and extreme hiking. Once he drove from Bozeman, hiked to the top of Granite Peak, drove back to Bozeman, and then hiked the Crazies the next day. (Helena Independent Record, MT)
Gwinnett's top teacher to be announced Nov 7, 2008
One thing most people don t know about me: I fell off a 60 foot cliff when rock climbing in my early 20 s.. If I could change one thing about education in Georgia, I would: Increase instructional resources to parts of the state that are less fortunate. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Metro)
Conquest of Capitan Nov 6, 2008
Much like it dominates the entrance to Yosemite Valley, El Capitan dominates Yosemite rock climbing. Climbers prefer the shortened version, El Cap, or its most common nickname, "The Captain." Three thousand feet of sheer, vertical granite that's as accessible as it is beautiful to look at. (Fresno Bee -- Sports)
Two Chimney Rocks? Nov 6, 2008
There are trail options, rock climbing, crafts and gifts, special events, annual Easter Sunrise Services, home school and scout programs and Run to the Rock. . (Atlantic News-Telegraph, IO)
Small town of Lindsay boasts a huge recreational sports complex Nov 2, 2008
These will include a 275-foot-long zip line hung 75 feet above the ground, a rock climbing wall, a soccer field, an indoor giant Sequoia "tree" house, an indoor skate park and batting cages. The interactive arcade attracts visitors of all ages, Arroyo says, mentioning that the NASCAR games and air hockey are popular: "It's designed with all ages in mind, as well as people with disabilities."Lindsay's $14 million project was paid for by city redevelopment funds and state grants, according to Brad... (Fresno Bee)
Peregrine falcon count up in N.H. Nov 2, 2008
He and a team of rock climbing volunteers reached nine peregrine nests this year, examining and banding nestlings and recovering nine eggs that went unhatched. The unhatched eggs will be used to study the impact of contaminants on New England peregrines. (Boston Globe)
Good news and bad news about NH peregrine falcons Nov 2, 2008
He and a team of rock climbing volunteers reached nine peregrine nests this year, examining and banding 16 nestlings at seven productive sites and recovering nine eggs that went unhatched. The bands examined showed a 13-year-old male raised in Dixville Notch and breeding in Franconia Notch, an 11-year-old male from Stark that has been confirmed breeding near Orford for 11 years. (Concord Monitor)
Health Corps brings new doctors to town Nov 2, 2008
She took up rock climbing and mountain bike riding while at East Tennessee State hobbies that eventually led her to Butte ... (Read good rock climbing) They join another NHSC participant Dr. Shawna Yates a Butte-born and Anaconda-raised M.D. who did her residency at St. Mark's Hospital in Salt Lake City. (Montana Standard, MT)
Marine motorcycle deaths top their... Nov 1, 2008
"I can actually get on my motorcycle and ride, and it's just like if I were to do bowling or rock climbing or scuba diving. It's something for me. It relaxes me.". Share this on. (CNN -- Law)
Caves of Northwest Arkansas Oct 31, 2008
Many outdoor activities, such as spelunking, rock climbing, hiking and fishing are available nearby. Beckham Creek Cave Haven is located in the Buffalo National River region. (Suite101.com)
Spooky holiday events everywhere Oct 30, 2008
Ninth Annual Granite City Fall Festival - 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday, downtown Elberton; live entertainment all day; granite quarry tours, granite displays, granite competitions and live demonstrations; pumpkin patch for children to choose and decorate pumpkins; Elberton Police department will be on hand with information; Elbert Theatre will sell season tickets and have promotional items for sale; stop by the city's booth to pick up Sister City tickets to purchase a smoked turkey for... (Athens Banner-Herald)
After stroke, survivor reaches out to other victims Oct 30, 2008
He enjoyed mountain biking and rock climbing. "I had the world at my fingertips," Knowles said. (Scripps Howard News Wire)
Wellness Center construction runs behind schedule Oct 30, 2008
"The building has really taken shape. There's a rock climbing boulder, a rockclimbing wall, and basketball goals hung from the ceiling." ... Michael Hotchkiss, a freshman from Nashville, said, "I would probably use the pool and the workout equipment and any of the rock climbing equipment.". (The University Echo, TN)
The trio of suspects Oct 29, 2008
On social networking sites Miss Knox said she loved: "Good wine, rock climbing, backpacking long distances with people I love, yoga on a rainy day, making coffee and lots of languages''. In one entry, she posted a story that describes two brothers talking about drugging and raping a girl. RAFFAELE SOLLECITO Mr Sollecito wrote to an Italian magazine protesting his innocence At the time of the murder Raffaele Sollecito was the boyfriend of Miss Knox and was arrested on the same day. From Bari in... (BBC News -- UK)
Backpack (Oct. 30) Oct 29, 2008
Programs include rock climbing, dance, Dana Hall summer camps and the Dana Hall School of Music. The Open House will showcase demonstrations in rock climbing as well as dance ... Home to the only indoor rock climbing wall in Wellesley, Dana Hall School s Community Climbing Program offers exciting activity, full of physical and mental challenges. (Dover Sherborn Tab, MA)
Maryland Teen Admits Killing Family Oct 28, 2008
Browning led camping, rock climbing and whitewater expeditions for his Boy Scout troop. The family also hosted meetings for scouts' parents at their home. (CBS News)
From Russia to Idaho Oct 28, 2008
When he's not crunching numbers, the professor enjoys rock climbing. He has twice scaled peaks in Colorado, has climbed mountains in Yosemite National Park in California and this summer summited the Grand Teton near Jackson, Wyo. (Pocatello Idaho State Journal, ID)
Notes from med school (1) Oct 27, 2008
As it was once put to me: "Do what you like and you will excel at it. If that's research, then do research. But if you'd rather pursue rock climbing then skip research and go be the best climber you can be." I was nervous, so I did both. At the end of junior year you take the Medical College Admissions Test (MCAT). (Lodi News Sentinel, CA)
They may look unbalanced, but their wobbly sport is catching on Oct 26, 2008
The lines, for this reason, are usually just a couple of feet off the ground; but being that this is a sport that descended from rock climbing, there is an entire subgenre - highlining - that involves walking across extreme heights. "Daddy, it's easier to be in bare feet, and bend your knees," Jackson, who was much better than his dad, said correctly. (Boston Globe)
Moyer making a difference off field Oct 26, 2008
Matthew recalled canoeing and rock climbing, but one particular art activity stood out most. The children made stars out of Styrofoam to represent their loved one. (Auburn Citizen, NY)
Money woes force rural Wash. store to close Oct 25, 2008
Backcountry skiing, sledding, hiking, rock climbing, even mushroom hunting, draw people to the area ... He returned money to clients who had booked rock climbing outings and inwardly cursed the extensive forest closures. (Longview Daily News, WA)
Adventurer emphasizes importance of outdoors Oct 23, 2008
Lowe pioneered rock climbing routes from the Bitterroot's Blodgett Canyon to the Himalayas before he was killed in an avalanche in 1999 on an expedition with Anker. In Forget Me Not, Lowe-Anker recalls Alex's climbing enthusiasm and her efforts to memorialize that by founding the Kumbu Climbing School. (Missoulian, MT)
Youth climbing classes set Oct 23, 2008
YOUTH INDOOR ROCK CLIMBING CLASSES START ... Indoor rock climbing classes for youth in the 1st through 6th grades begin next week at the City of Pocatello's Community Recreation Center, 144 Wilson Avenue. (Pocatello Idaho State Journal, ID)
5-year-old boy climbs onto MOA coaster tracks Oct 20, 2008
Officials say the boy, who apparently loves rock climbing, was drawn to an artificial mountain on the Log Chute ride. The boy ran up the stairs, climbed a security fence, went through a ride tunnel and eventually climbed over onto the tracks of a running roller coaster. (Brainerd Daily Dispatch)
Mentorship program uses climbing exercise to motivate youths Oct 19, 2008
Halfway up a 24-foot rock climbing wall, Gregory King stopped and looked down. The 8-year-old never had done any rock climbing before, and even though he was strapped into a safety harness, he had had enough ... "It was so high," he said Saturday after climbing the wall at Stonehenge, an indoor rock climbing gym in downtown Modesto. (Modesto Bee, CA)
Scaring up a screaming good time Oct 19, 2008
Activities include best costume contest, games and prizes, rock climbing and airbrush tattoos. Hot apple cider will be served. (Winona Daily News, MN)
Rare condition leaves girl black and blue Oct 18, 2008
Despite that, she is determined to enjoy an outgoing life, and enjoys swimming, dancing, rock climbing and going to Brownies. Her mother Jacqui Slater, 44, of Orton Wistow, in Cambridgeshire, said: "I have been accused of hitting her by strangers. "I used to find it devastating but now I just think, 'hey they don't know about it' and explain that she has special skin with beautiful colours. (Telegraph.co.uk)
Boys and Girls Club Swift Kids Branch opens to big crowd Oct 17, 2008
It also sports a 60-foot long horizontal rock climbing wall made possible by an 11,000 donation from The Anthony Holly Foundation, a children's charity founded in memory of fallen Glendale Police Officer Anthony Holly, who loved children and patrolled the area. During the grand opening ceremonies, Moyes told the children he had four pieces of advice for them. (Glendale Star, AZ)
Fright and fun come to Twin Lakes YMCA Oct 17, 2008
The festival will include hayrides, carnival games, ropes courses and the Tango Tower rock climbing wall. There will also be inflatables for kids, Preston said. (Cedar Park Hill Country News Weekender, TX)
McCandless physician dies in fall in W.Va. Oct 14, 2008
North Hills doctor dies in rock climbing accident ... Dr. Stine's death was the tragic end to a weekend excursion at the popular climbing destination with her husband, William Brose, with whom she shared her passion for rock climbing ... Dr. Stine, a member of the Explorers Club of Pittsburgh, which sponsors rock climbing and other outdoor expeditions, was highly skilled and often trained at The Climbing Wall on Penn Avenue, where workers described her as a regular. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
Somerville man falls 20 feet while rock climbing -- and will be OK Oct 14, 2008
A Somerville man is resting at home after suffering a concussion during a rock climbing accident in New Hampshire on Sunday. Christopher Townsend, 27, was admitted to Memorial Hospital in North Conway, N.H. after striking his head on a popular climbing spot in the Granite State according to reports from the Concord Monitor. (Somerville Journal, MA)
Tess Martinez | Green Valley NewsGVR Executive Director Anndrea Blackshear works at her office Wednesday afternoon. Blackshear had just returned from driving her daughter across country to play softball the day before.\0\0 Oct 13, 2008
These trips took her kayaking, water rafting, and rock climbing throughout Germany and as far as Austria, France and England. A call from Sierra Vista. (Green Valley News & Sun, AZ)
Halloween Events in San Diego Oct 11, 2008
00 each 10/6-10/29 Farm Zoo - Picnicking Valley Center Optimist - Hamburgers & Hot dogs 10 a.m. - 1 p.m. Also On Weekends: Facepainting, Kids'n Paint, Rock Climbing, BBQ, Ice Cream, Kettle Corn, Potatoes Live Entertainment - 12-3 p.m.. 2nd Annual Trick-or-Treat on India Street Friday October 31 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Little Italy businesses are opening their doors for the little ghouls and goblins of the Downtown neighborhoods to come Trick-or-Treat. (NBCSandiego.com, CA)
Solution still sought for Mt Arapiles water woes Oct 8, 2008
Officials are continuing to search for a solution to water supply problems at a well-known Wimmera rock climbing site. A bore used to supply water for campers at Mt Arapiles near Natimuk ran dry last month. (ABC Regional Online)
Education Notes (Oct. 9) Oct 8, 2008
There also will be rock climbing, fencing and dance demonstrations. Head of School Caroline Erisman will speak at 1:45 p.m. No RSVP is necessary. (Dover Sherborn Tab, MA)
Youth Sports Daily Oct 8, 2008
The event will feature several large Inflatables, a rock climbing wall, games, music provided by a disc jockey and food. The kickoff celebration is free to all Hobe Sound Soccer Club players and their families. (The Palm Beach Post)
Candler Park home keeps charm, reduces carbon footprint Oct 8, 2008
Candler Park is the home of the original Flying Biscuit Cafe, as well as a belly-dancing studio, an indoor rock climbing place and a small neighborhood market with a great wine and beer selection. Neighbors pride themselves on being able to walk to everything they might need or desire. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Home & Garden)
World's luxurious wilderness adventures Oct 7, 2008
While in the rural Chinese province of Guizhou, Stowell recently met with local entrepreneurs in the early stages of developing a high-end eco-lodge for those interested in the area's rock climbing, caving, rafting and hiking. He also just returned from a four-day stay at Pousada Maya, a small lodge and spa in the Brazilian town of Alto Paraso. (MSNBC -- Politics)
REGIONAL: So Cal Fair is under way (80) Oct 5, 2008
One of her sons, who is a Boy Scout, enjoyed the rock climbing booth while York's sister, Chris Moake, 55, said she was looking forward to seeing the animals in the fair's livestock area. Both women said they believe this year's fair is nicer and cleaner than they've seen it in years past. (North County Times)
Running With Staples: 10 Minutes With Ryan Davis Oct 5, 2008
A: Bye weeks, weeks we don't have meets, I like to go rock climbing. That's super fun. (Isubengals.com)
Woman follows family tradition, climbs Grand Teton Oct 4, 2008
Some rock climbing, a little bouldering, maybe. But this. (Gillette News-Record, WY)
Mike Langley blogs from the Great Allegheny Passage- Friday Edition Oct 4, 2008
Venture Outdoors is an organization that works every day to promote the wonderful opportunities we have in the region for outdoor recreation from these hiking and biking trails to kayaking and white water rafting on our plentiful rivers and streams to rock climbing in beautiful spaces envied by other regions across the country. This week and every week they re working to help get Pittsburgh region residents and visitors outdoors and to raise awareness about the many reasons ours is such a... (Pittsburgh Business Times, PA)
Youth lit used successfully as weightloss tool Oct 4, 2008
It's about a group of kids who go rock climbing, hiking and canoeing on a class trip to the mountains. One character in the book is overweight girl who is ridiculed by her classmates, but on this adventure, she learns to make healthy food choices and that physical activity is fun. (USA Today)
'Safety Day' draws thousandsGuttenberg's sixth annual event educates both young and old Oct 3, 2008
Another Galaxy resident, Joanne Perratta, said the event had the perfect mixture of amusement rides, like a rock climbing wall and carousel, along with really good information. "The kids get to see a fire truck up close and they have some really good information here," Perratta said. (West New York Reporter, NJ)
Dealing with diabetes Oct 3, 2008
"I liked swimming and riding horses and rock climbing and learning how to shoot the bow and arrow.". But is that what she liked best about the camp. (Sioux City Journal, IO)
Fall storm set to hit Central Coast Oct 3, 2008
Additionally, youth activities, including carnival games, a petting zoo, rock climbing wall, craft projects and a Chalk Art Expose, are planned along with other activities such as a car show, farmer's market and live entertainment. In the hills above the Santa Ynez Valley, the pow-wow at the Live Oak Camp off Highway 154 will run from 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. Saturday and 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sunday. (Lompoc Record, CA)
El Capitan pioneers to be honored Oct 3, 2008
Gediman said officials are working with Yosemite Climbing Association president Ken Yager on establishing a rock climbing museum that would display some of the gear used during the park's history. Harding, known as a hard-living soul, wrote a memoir titled "Downward Bound" and died in February 2002. (Fresno Bee -- Sports)
Brand Leadership Team to be appointed Oct. 7 Oct 3, 2008
As it was presented, the brand promise states that Angels Camp and the surrounding area offer hiking, biking, snow mobiling, rock climbing, skiing and kayaking. My business is pretty much almost completely tourist-oriented, said Melanie Lewis of Glory Hole Sports, adding that she doesn't want people to forget, or not realize, that the lake is there. (San Andreas Calaveras Enterprise, CA)
HOCKINGHILLS Oct 3, 2008
It and nearby Old Man's Cave are recess caves, side cut into the sandstone strata, while the park's other two areas, Conkle's Hollow and Cantwell Cliffs, are deep wooded valleys with precipitous geological formations that make for excellent hiking, rock climbing and rappelling. The area's rough, sylvan charms have seen something of a tourism boom in recent decades. (Scripps Howard News Wire)
Oompah Time Here Oct 3, 2008
For youngsters, there will be a hi-striker (one for smaller children and one for teenagers), Jacob s Ladder, a rock climbing wall, super slide, jumping castle, Lucky Draw , Plinko and other activities on the grounds. Since its inception in 1981, Oktoberfest has been manned by community volunteers. (Fredericksburg Standard Radio Post, TX)
Scottsdale resorts Oct 3, 2008
Other activities offered at this AAA Five Diamond destination include desert hiking, mountain biking, wildlife watching, birding, rock climbing, hot air balloon rides, exercise classes at the health club and swimming at one of the resort's four swimming pools. However, if relaxation is more your style, you can kick back at the Golden Door Spa - a 33,000-square-foot spa modeled after the original Golden Door in Escondido, California. (AZCentral -- Travel)
Troubled life, violent death Oct 3, 2008
He and his father shared a passion for rock climbing. He hoped to be a chef. (News & Observer)
Around Town -- Find bargains at book sale Oct 3, 2008
Outdoor activities include hiking, backpacking, rock climbing, sailing and kayaking ... Outdoor activities include hiking, backpacking, rock climbing, sailing and kayaking. (Marshfield Mariner, MA)
Brookline's women firefighters keep fit for the calling Sep 25, 2008
Her daily fitness routine varies between running, swimming and rock climbing, while preparing for marathons and triathlons. Loading commenting interface. (Brookline TAB, MA)
Campus Crossroads extends weekend hours for trial run Sep 25, 2008
Issue date: 9/25/08 Section. Several improvements to the campus, including finishing the wellness center, creating a networking utility for students and installing pool tables in Campus Crossroads, were announced in Tuesday's Student Government Association meeting. (The University Echo, TN)
Judge asked to dismiss suit over fatal shooting of Sheridan man Sep 23, 2008
He also enjoyed snowboarding, hiking, backpacking, playing soccer, fly fishing, golfing, and rock climbing with his brother Russell Keck. "He had a huge amount of interests," Tom Keck told the Bozeman Daily Chronicle. (Montana Standard, MT)
Twin Cities getting active for 2nd Day of Play Sep 23, 2008
There will be a kickball home-run competition, a mini golf obstacle challenge, basketball and tennis activities with ISU athletes and the Upper Limits rock climbing wall. Crystal Williams, a senior from Hazelcrest, is among a team of Browns students planning an obstacle challenge for the Childrens Discovery Museum. (The Pantagraph newspaper)
Kayaking adventures empower kids with HIV Sep 22, 2008
Starrett also works with Girl Ventures, ( ) a San Francisco nonprofit that strives to empower teenage girls through creative arts and outdoor adventures such as camping, backpacking and rock climbing. Liquid is an offshoot of Healing Waters, a San Francisco nonprofit that provides outdoor adventures for adults living with HIV and AIDS ( ). (San Francisco Chronicle)
For those left behind Sep 21, 2008
Project Hope featured live music, a silent auction and a 25-foot rock climbing wall provided by Armed Forces Recruiting. It was scheduled to run the entire day. (Logan Herald Journal, UT)
‘I’m going to die tonight’ Sep 21, 2008
I love, uh, rock climbing. I used to be sponsored for skateboarding. (Logan Herald Journal, UT)
