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Trek Bikes Sponsors 2012 Red Rock Rendezvous Event - 2011-12-13 by admin
The ninth annual Mountain Gear Presents: Red Rock Rendezvous (RRR) rock climbing festival announced Trek bike company will be the bike sponsor during the event, which will take place March 30 through April 1, 2012 at the Red Rock Canyon National Conservation Area near Las Vegas.
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Climber with Cerebral Palsy Honored - 2011-12-08 by admin
The Stephen J. Wampler Foundation today announced that its founder, Steve Wampler, was named the winner in the Sports Illustrated Gillette® Odor Shield “Sweat for Greatness” Contest.
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Outdoors Show 2012 - London, UK - 2011-11-29 by admin
The UK's No.1 show for outdoor pursuits, The Outdoors Show, returns to ExCeL, London from 12 – 15 January 2012. The show provides a fantastic opportunity to buy all the latest clothing and equipment at great prices, as well as offering FREE have a go attractions, special guest speakers and more.
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In Munich the 2020 Dream NF Forum - 2011-11-28 by admin
The IFSC convened a key meeting with all National Federations in regard of its pursuit to see Sport Climbing being included in the Sport Program of the 2020 Olympics.
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Leave No Trace Completes Work at Mount Rainier - 2011-11-21 by admin
The Leave No Trace Center for Outdoor Ethics recently completed work at Mount Rainier National Park’s Paradise Area, a 2011 Leave No Trace-designated Hot Spot.Located in Washington, Mount Rainier National Park receives up to two-million visitors a year.
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Adidas Acquires Five-Ten - 2011-11-18 by Processed and submitted by epoch
Adidas has announced it has acquired California outdoor footwear and apparel brand Five Ten in a $25 million deal that cements the sportswear giant’s commitment to the outdoor market.
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Michi Lerjen climbs his fourth peak of the Torre Group - 2011-11-15 by admin
Last Monday, on 7 November 2011, Swiss Michael Lerjen from Zermatt and Italian Korra Pesce from Chamonix climbed the rarely repeated „Ragni Route“ of the Cerro Torre West Face. Thus they accomplished the 13th ascent (according to pataclimb.com) of the 1500m-long route (AI5+ M4 MI6 mushroom ice).
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Climb for Kids - 2011-11-10 by admin
Urban Peaks is running its first fundraising event, Climb for Kids, hosted by MetroRock in Everett, MA. Climb for Kids is a climb-a-thon scheduled for Saturday, November 19, 2011, 4pm-10pm.
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International Mountain Summit 2011 - 2011-11-09 by admin
On the 3 November the responsible parties of the township Brixen, the tourism management as well as the director of the Alpenverein Südtirol and the organizers of the International Mountain Summit took stock of the event in the municipal hall of Brixen.
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2012 Red Rock Rendezvous Event In Las Vegas - 2011-11-02 by admin
The ninth annual Mountain Gear Presents: Red Rock Rendezvous (RRR) rock climbing festival, title sponsored by The North Face, will return to the Red Rock Canyon National Conservation Area near Las Vegas on March 30 through April 1, 2012.
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REI Adventures Announces New Trips for 2012 - 2011-10-20 by admin
The REI Adventures team has once again raised the bar in experiential travel by providing guests the opportunity to hike an ancient pilgrimage route from Umbria to Rome, rock climb the world-class “Gunks” of New York, cycle the scenic San Juan Islands, eco-camp in Chile or explore the flora and fauna as they traverse the remote east coast of Tasmania.
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Millet Celebrates 60 Years - 2011-10-05 by admin
Millet Celebrates 60 Years of Alpine Experience and Innovation.
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World’s Tallest Climbing Wall Opens in Reno - 2011-09-29 by admin
CommRow will celebrate its grand opening on October 1, becoming Reno’s first “Urban Adventure Destination.” This property will inject a sample of the region’s outdoor thrills into the heart of Reno’s downtown corridor.
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Adam Ondra - The Climbing Genius at the IMS - 2011-09-21 by admin
The who is who of the international scene of climbing and mountaineering will meet in Brixen/Bressanone, South Tyrol from the 21st until the 30th of October.
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EMFF 2011 delivers Mountains of Adventure - 2011-09-20 by admin
The best of the best in the fields of climbing, mountaineering, round the world expeditions, base jumping and mountain photography are among those who will be flocking to the Scottish capital for the 9th Edinburgh Mountain Film Festival (EMFF) from Thursday 6 to Sunday 9 October 2011.
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New Additions to the Access Fund Programs Team - 2011-08-15 by Jess Saba
The Access Fund is pleased to announce new additions to the Programs Teamto further assist the American climbing community with access issues and stewardship projects nationwide. After ten years as Policy Director, Jason Keith is transitioning to half time work for the Access Fund as Senior Policy Advisor and initiating his own LLC, Jason Keith Consulting.
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IMS Photo Contest "Mountain Moves" Close to the Summit - 2011-08-05 by admin
Only 10 days are left (deadline 15th of August) to participate at the IMS Photo Contest 2011 by Kiku themed “Mountain Moves”. The contest, organized by the International.Mountain.Summit and the apple brand KIKU, has already collected over 800 pictures submitted by participants from all over the world.
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Access Fund Partners with the Jeep® Brand to Mobilize Climbing Conservation Team - 2011-07-27 by admin
The Access Fund, the national advocacy organization that keeps climbing areas open and conserves the climbing environment, is thrilled to announce the Jeep® brand, as the title sponsor of the Access Fund’s new traveling Conservation Team.
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Access Fund Releases Free Climbing News App - 2011-07-20 by admin
The Access Fund, the national advocacy organization that keeps climbing areas open and conserves the climbing environment, is excited to announce the release of its new smart phone application.
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Adidas Rockstars Schedule and Information - 2011-07-14 by admin
The countdown is on: in two and a half weeks time, between the 28th and 31st of July, the world’s best bouldering athletes will gather at AREA 47 in Tirol for the new top-class adidas ROCKSTARS invitational contest
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Sport Climbing on 2020 Olympic Games Shortlist - 2011-07-06 by admin
The International Olympic Committee (IOC) has announced that sport climbing is on it's 8 item shortlist of sports that will be considered for inclusion in the 2020 Olympic Games.
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Asa Firestone Receives Zack Martin Breaking Barriers Grant 2011 - 2011-07-04 by admin
The American Alpine Club announced Asa Firestone as the recipient of the Zack Martin Breaking Barriers grant for 2011. Firestone and his comrades will be working in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, to improve the lives of children in the slums, called "favelas."
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Athletic Challenge for Top Boulderers and Route Setters Alike - 2011-06-24 by admin
When the world’s best bouldering athletes compete for a 20,000 Euro prize purse at the adidas ROCKSTARS invitational contest on the 29th and 30th of July, they climb on artificial boulders that have been set by outstanding route setters. To present the event on the highest athletic level, the organisers brought a great many of experts on board, including referees with years of world cup and world championship experience.
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Eastern Mountain Sports Final Outdoor Demo Tours - 2011-06-21 by admin
After seven successful events in six states, Eastern Mountain Sports Inc., one of the nation's largest outdoor retailers, today announced the final dates and locations for its spring Outdoor Demo Tour.
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Black Diamond Host 2nd Annual SLCA Event - 2011-06-14 by admin
Black Diamond Equipment, a leading global climbing, mountain sports and freeride ski brand, is hosting the 2nd Annual Salt Lake Climbers Alliance Fundraiser Thursday night, June 23.
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