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Some thoughts from an AAI Guide on heuristic traps and risk management in the mountains. #climbing #mountaineering #skiing #snowboarding blog.alpineinstitute.com/2025/02/heur...

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This is a good video on an extended rappel set-up. Always weight your system before unclipping. #climbing #rockclimbing #rappelling Courses and Guided Experiences: www.alpineinstitute.com

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Munter-Mule Overhand in #climber #rescue. #climbing #rockclimbing Courses and Guided Experiences: www.alpineinstitute.com

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Lowering a #climber with a tube-style device. #climbing #rockclimbing #SAR #mountainrescue Courses and Guided Experiences: www.alpineinstitute.com

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#Skiing and #snowboarding are the second most expensive sport for #kids. Here's the article: www.theinertia.com/mountain/ski... www.youtube.com/shorts/fPVum...

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There is a lot of negative public lands news in this week's #climbing, #skiing, #mountainrescue and #outdoornews round-up: blog.alpineinstitute.com/2025/02/clim...

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Mussy hooks in #rockclimbing can be dangerous. Never go above mussy hooks without being clipped into something else. Courses and Guided Experiences: www.alpineinstitute.com www.youtube.com/shorts/k3SPa...

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It's important to be careful with the way that you manage your trekking/ski poles. If you use the strap the wrong way and fall down, you can dislocate your thumb. #skiing #trekking #backpacking #mountaineering www.youtube.com/shorts/85k-b...

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It is far more efficient to recharge your devices in the #backcountry with short cords. Courses and Guided Experiences: www.alpineinstitute.com #mountaineering #backpacking #climbing #expedition

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It is with a heavy heart that we have to report the loss of a beloved guide. Higinio Gonzalez, "Quino," died in an avalanche on February 8th. A Go Fund Me has been set-up for his family. Please consider a donation: gofund.me/dd1db63a www.youtube.com/shorts/lycDG...

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It is with a heavy heart that we have to report the loss of a beloved guide. Higinio Gonzalez, "Quino," died in an avalanche on February 8th. A Go Fund Me has been set-up for his family. Please consider a donation: gofund.me/dd1db63a www.youtube.com/shorts/lycDG...

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It's important to remember that suffocation isn't the only way people expire in avalanches. Approximately 25% of #avalanche fatalities are due to trauma. Avalanche Training: www.alpineinstitute.com/programs/cou...

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At 20,310-feet tall, #Denali is the tallest mountain in North America. It is high. It is cold. It is physically demanding. Do you have what it takes to climb it? Find out with the American Alpine Institute: www.alpineinstitute.com/catalog/dena... www.youtube.com/watch?v=y9CV...

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Using #skis on #Denali is tough. Even expert #skiers struggle. Find out why snowshoes might be a better option. #skiing #climbing #mountaineering #sevensummits www.youtube.com/shorts/-uvb4...

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Senate kills resolution demanding takeover of federal land in Wyoming - WyoFile wyofile.com/senate-kills... #DailyGood

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Spanish ski resorts don't screw around. A Spanish skier was sentenced to jail time for repeatedly using his dad's pass. #skiing #snowboarding www.youtube.com/shorts/LIuZH...

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It’s been a busy start to 2025 for search and rescue crews in the popular Nevada park. They recently saved another fallen climber. #journalism

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@halfwayanywhere.bsky.social posted their annual Pacific Crest Trail survey and Backpacker broke it down. Check it out! #pacificcresttrail #pct #hiking #backpacking #thruhiking www.youtube.com/shorts/SoLuN...

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Our ethics columnist weighs in on the dilemma about when a predator has the right to act like a predator—and when it crosses the line. #cougar

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They do not screw around in Spain! snowbrains.com/skier-senten...

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A snowboarder rode & rapped the Chief's North Gully this week. Thru-hikers are no longer allowed to cross the N. Border on the PCT. & permit fees on Everest are going up 36%. Read about this & more in this week's #climbing, #skiing, #mountainrescue and #outdoornews round-up: tinyurl.com/kspj2yrw

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Waking up to a #bear outside your tent is terrifying. But the best way to deal with this is not with a firearm, or with bear spray, but with an air horn. #bears #hiking #camping #backpacking #mountaineering #climbing #thruhiking www.youtube.com/shorts/KURdz...

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In 2024, BMC Cymru (the British Mountaineering Council's Wales section) has been actively collaborating with local groups to explore the historical place names of the popular climbing area of Dinorwig Quarries, or Chwarel Dinorwig as they are locally known.

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BOA Ski Boots Go Full Send: The Four-Buckle Overhaul of Ski Boots radnut.com/boa-ski-boot... #skiing #ski #snowboard #freeride #mtb #boa #K2 #skifeed #extremesports

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Hey trad climbers! What do you think about this anchor? Courses and Guided Experiences: alpineinstitute.com #climbing #rockclimbing #outdoorclimbing #tradclimbing

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www.theguardian.com/environment/...

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Not to cause too much controversy...but what are your thoughts about #skiers and #snowboarders that cut the line at the resort? Do you keep your mouth shut? Or do you call them out? #skiing #snowboarding www.youtube.com/shorts/iz7wF...

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Leg wraps can be used in #rappelling to increase your security while #rockclimbing. Courses and Guided Experiences: www.alpineinstitute.com

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The idea that you could climb Mt. Everest in one week with xeon gas is really dumb. AAI runs programs on Everest in conjunction with Adventure Consultants. Learn more: www.alpineinstitute.com/catalog/mt-e... gripped.com/profiles/exp...

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There were a lot of accidents compounded by a bunch of other things to worry about in this week's #climbing, #skiing, #mountainrescue and outdoor news round-up... blog.alpineinstitute.com/2025/01/clim...

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The mountain's name is Denali. You can't change the minds of Alaskans, nor can you change the minds of climbers. It is what it is. AAI has been guiding Denali since 1980. Learn more: www.alpineinstitute.com/catalog/dena... www.youtube.com/shorts/52SjZ...

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Foreshortening is what happens when you get closer to a #mountain. The closer you get while #climbing, the shorter and less steep it looks. Courses and Guided Experiences: www.alpineinstitute.com www.youtube.com/shorts/1IflV...

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Some photos from AAI rescue programs: www.alpineinstitute.com/programs/cou...

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#ClimbingMagazine is reporting that #UtahStateUniversity has banned a weekly women's #climbing night due to a new law. www.youtube.com/shorts/z45Id...

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A Scottish writer was shocked when skiing in the US. Someone thought it was odd that an adult wanted the chairlift bar down. Thoughts...? www.youtube.com/shorts/-oGRc...

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I'm putting this up here because this was a super proud line that way too few people are talking about...! #climbing #alpineclimbing cascadeclimbers.com/forum/topic/...

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Conrad Anker, Jon Krakauer, Melissa Arnot Reid, and other prominent climbers and guides share their thoughts on the president's decision to rename North America's highest mountain. #journalism #denali

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www.nationalparkstraveler.org/2025/01/trum...

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Good morning, #publiclands owners. www.npca.org/articles/661...

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One of the best alpinists of the 20th century, Boukreev made hundreds of bold ascents “Mountains are not stadiums where I satisfy my ambitions to achieve. They are cathedrals, grand and pure, the houses of my religion…for on each journey, I am reborn.” #Mountaineering #Climbing

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UIAA medical commission issues statement: inhaling Xenon does not eliminate acclimatization, several attempts on Mt. Everest this spring believe they can climb mtn in days, no acclimatization rec-law.us/2p8phev5 @UIAAmountains #MtEverest #Mountaineering #MountaingClimbing #RecLaw

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One of the classics! This 6-day program will prepare you to adventure in the mountains without the supervision of a guide. Learn more: www.alpineinstitute.com/catalog/alpi... #mountaineering #climbing www.youtube.com/watch?v=-ta5...

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A thoughtful perspective on #skiing and #snowboarding in the 2020s. www.theinertia.com/opinion/ski-...

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The American Alpine Institute offers #vocational programming 4 #veterans to work as #mountainguides, #outdooreducators, #rescuetechs, #rangers, & a variety of other outdoor jobs. AAI accepts #veteransbenefits 4 vocational programs. #climbing #mountaineering #skiing www.youtube.com/watch?v=11er...

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#skiing on a #glaicer while roped up? Check this out. www.youtube.com/watch?v=l-Qf...

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Attn: President Trump announced the withdrawal of the U.S. from the Paris Climate Agreement.

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Great new short film about Australia rock climbing... gripped.com/news/george-...

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This is an interesting turn of events... www.outsideonline.com/adventure-tr...

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