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	Rock Climbing in New Zealand
		Our aim is to provide the best climbing information in a fast efficient manner while promoting all aspects of climbing and its history in New Zealand.
		This climbing site started in 1999 and during its history it has continued to increase in popularity to become the site of choice for many.
		Climb New Zealand provides rock climbing, sportclimbing, bouldering and general information relating to the sport.
	www.climb.co.nz

	Go Rock Climbing -
		These rock climbing harnesses will form a type of chair once you are tied in.
		What is the history of the Climbing Management Plan?
		Rock Climbing is fast becoming a major entertainment for many families that is not only fun and exciting but is also great for body building, strength, and endurance.
	www.gorockclimbing.com

	LLT Draft
		HISTORY OF CLIMBING IN WISCONSIN - Rock climbing in Wisconsin was first documented in 1927 at Devil's Lake State Park ("DLSP") and became a recognized activity in the 1930's and 1940's with the establishment of a number of climbs in DLSP by the alpinists Fritz Wiesner and the Stettner brothers.
		With the advent of indoor climbing walls, a number of new people have entered the sport, and Experiential Education courses have used rock climbing as an important part of their curricula.
		(e) Rock Climbing - The sport of technical rock climbing is a means of ascending or descending steep rock or ice walls, usually with the assistance of specialized equipment including, but not limited to, ropes, webbing, carabiners, etc.
	www.climbingcentral.com /RCTAC/LLT_draft.html (2170 words)

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	www.rei.com /product/47639479.htm (72 words)

	American Rock (Paperback)
		Now in paperback, the book Lynn Hill called "the first and only book to look at American climbing as a whole." American Rock is a celebration of the diversity of American rock climbing, and an authoritative history of how the sport evolved at dozens of climbing hotspots around the country.
		“The first survey of its type, American Rock uniquely captures the rock, the rockers, and the ethos of the many regional hot spots of American rock climbing.
		In recent years the sport has exploded and American climbers, once isolated from each other, now cross the country in search of new rock, sharing techniques, equipment, and information.
	www.countrymanpress.com /titles/AmerRockPB.html (406 words)

	Sauna - Indoor Sauna ☼
		Indoor rock climbing walls at the Welsh International Climbing Centre. Come and visit the largest climbing wall in Europe with over 20,000 square feet of climbing surface.
		Prairiewood's state of the art 50 metre eight lane outdoor heated pool with 1000 seat all weather grandstand has a 50 metre pool. Fairfields 50 metre outdoor pool open for the summer season. Also equipped with a dry sauna
		Wisconsin Dells resorts, attactions, waterparks, hotels, motels, B and B's, campgrounds, restaurants, festivals, history, visitor bureau members, dells.com. The Midwest's favorite family vacation getaway.
	www.saunaweb.info /indoorsauna (406 words)

	Wild Texas Parks: Enchanted Rock State Natural Area - Fredericksburg, TX
		Enchanted Rock State Natural Area is located 18 miles north of Fredericksburg on Ranch Road 965, or take State Highway 16 for 14 miles south from Llano, and then west on Ranch Road 965 for 8 miles.
		For experienced rock climbers, the park's 1,000 foot long Enchanted Rock Fissure -- one of the largest known granite caves -- promises a challenge on its steep and slippery surfaces.
		Designated a National Natural Landmark, Enchanted Rock is an impressive geological feature with an estimated age of one billion years, making it among the oldest exposed rock in North America.
	wildtexas.com /parks/ersna.php (789 words)

	LEICESTERSHIRE CLIMBS - Intro & History
		The double landscape of Leicestershire - lush smooth valley contrasting with the bare rugged uplands - is caused by very ancient mountains of hard (in a physical, not climbing sense) old rock poking through the more-recent marl deposits.
		The first is that there really isn't a lot of climbing in Leicestershire and the second is that the guide book to what there is has been out of print for many years.
		"Contains more rock than all of the rest of Leicestershire" had been said.
	www.leicesterclimbs.f9.co.uk /Intro.htm (789 words)

	Climbing area - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
		Since rock climbing became an activity distinct from mountaineering in the 20th century, it is usually possible to trace the entire history of an area, generally starting with a few local climbers using the area as "practice rocks" in preparation for mountaineering expeditions.
		The term is most commonly used of rock climbing areas, but there are also ice climbing areas that have the right combination of steepness and water to result in climbable ice during the winter.
		The valley is at a low elevation and allows climbing from March to November, it has an enormous amount of high-quality granite, with hundreds of routes ranging from the easy (The Grack) to some of the longest and hardest in the world, such as The Nose on El Capitan.
	en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Climbing_area (604 words)

	Verex Press
		Red Rock Odyssey is not just the rich history of a great climbing area.
		In Red Rock Odyssey, the authors take us on a magical journey through the history, and up the routes from the golden age of Red Rock climbing.
		This is the original Red Rock climbers' guide by Joanne Urioste.
	www.verexpress.com (369 words)

	Rock Climbing.com Extreme Art: Rock Climbers as Emerson's American Poet
		While the history of rock climbing spans more than a hundred years to date, many climbers fondly look back to what is referred to in Camp 4 by Steve Roper as the “Golden Age” of climbing, the years between 1947 and 1970 (12-14).
		It is during this time that the true pioneering of rock climbing was happening, in the days before harnesses, airline-grade aluminum, rubber-soled shoes, and synthetic fiber dynamic ropes.
		Many climbers today climb for exercise or to tackle some sort of goals, but there is also another, very different, set of climbers.
	www.rockclimbing.com /articles/index.php?id=152 (801 words)

	Wild Texas Parks: Enchanted Rock State Natural Area - Fredericksburg, TX
		Enchanted Rock State Natural Area is located 18 miles north of Fredericksburg on Ranch Road 965, or take State Highway 16 for 14 miles south from Llano, and then west on Ranch Road 965 for 8 miles.
		For experienced rock climbers, the park's 1,000 foot long Enchanted Rock Fissure -- one of the largest known granite caves -- promises a challenge on its steep and slippery surfaces.
		Designated a National Natural Landmark, Enchanted Rock is an impressive geological feature with an estimated age of one billion years, making it among the oldest exposed rock in North America.
	wildtexas.com /parks/ersna.php (801 words)

	Indy's Guide to 'Hidden' Climbing Baltimore Areas
		Many of the routes described herein have been climbed in the past long before I (and friends) knew of their existence, but very little is known about the history of the routes (and climbing areas) themselves.
		Extensive delving and research has been undertaken to determine the history of these climbing areas, but only about a third of the 'real' route names were uncovered, and history-finding in general was sparse (which seems unusual given the number of high-caliber climbers who have come from this area in the past 60 years!).
		There is a fair bit of climbing to be done here at the main cliff (bring at least a 50m rope for Breakaway Wall!) as well as some more secluded shorter outcroppings tucked away in the woods.
	www.bcpl.net /~indy/climbing/guide.html (21405 words)

	Second Platoon Tackles the Andes
		For many of them it was their first taste of rock climbing and their classrooms were two rock faces of varying degrees of difficulty and heights to approximately 125 feet.
		Platoon was taken to the Chilean Marine Base at Forte Aguayo, about 15km outside of the city of Vina Del Mar. While at the base the Marines were introduced to the history of the Chilean Navy and Marine Corps, and were taken on tours of the cities of Valparaiso and Vina del Mar.
		They also learned about the proper use of climbing gear and climbing techniques.
	www.lejeune.usmc.mil /UNITAS/second_platoon_tackles_the_andes_GCE_Special_Cpl_Adamiec.htm (21405 words)

	Rock Climbing in New Zealand
		Our aim is to provide the best climbing information in a fast efficient manner while promoting all aspects of climbing and its history in New Zealand.
		This climbing site started in 1999 and during its history it has continued to increase in popularity to become the site of choice for many.
		Climb New Zealand provides rock climbing, sportclimbing, bouldering and general information relating to the sport.
	www.climb.co.nz (271 words)

	NOVA SCOTIA GUIDEBOOKS
		This web-page summarizes the history of all known rock climbing and bouldering guides published for Nova Scotia.
		Apart from the Grande Falaise (currently off-limits to climbing) the routes are generally 1-2 pitchs in length and appear to be of easy to moderate difficulty on chossy looking rock.
		An interesting documentation of climbing potential on Cape Breton, including 19 different areas of varying rock quality.
	www.dbis.ns.ca /~scassidy/climbing/nova_scotia_guidebooks.htm (271 words)

	Indy's Guide to 'Hidden' Climbing Baltimore Areas
		Many of the routes described herein have been climbed in the past long before I (and friends) knew of their existence, but very little is known about the history of the routes (and climbing areas) themselves.
		Extensive delving and research has been undertaken to determine the history of these climbing areas, but only about a third of the 'real' route names were uncovered, and history-finding in general was sparse (which seems unusual given the number of high-caliber climbers who have come from this area in the past 60 years!).
		There is a fair bit of climbing to be done here at the main cliff (bring at least a 50m rope for Breakaway Wall!) as well as some more secluded shorter outcroppings tucked away in the woods.
	www.bcpl.net /~indy/climbing/guide.html (21405 words)

	Climbing area - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
		Since rock climbing became an activity distinct from mountaineering in the 20th century, it is usually possible to trace the entire history of an area, generally starting with a few local climbers using the area as "practice rocks" in preparation for mountaineering expeditions.
		The term is most commonly used of rock climbing areas, but there are also ice climbing areas that have the right combination of steepness and water to result in climbable ice during the winter.
		The valley is at a low elevation and allows climbing from March to November, it has an enormous amount of high-quality granite, with hundreds of routes ranging from the easy (The Grack) to some of the longest and hardest in the world, such as The Nose on El Capitan.
	en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Climbing_area (21405 words)

	The Ultimate Clean climbing - American History Information Guide and Reference
		Clean climbing is a style of rock climbing that avoids damage to the rock by eschewing the drilling of bolts and the hammering of pitons.
		Clean climbing is the preferred style of climbing in most parts of the United Kingdom; British climbers tolerate bolts and pitons on only a few cliffs.
		The style became practical with the invention of clean protection: nuts in the 1930s and spring loaded camming devices in the 1970s.
	www.historymania.com /american_history/Clean_climbing (104 words)

	Amazon.co.uk: Books: Cold Climbs: Great Snow and Ice Climbs of the British Isles (Teach Yourself)
		Each climb is described by a leading climber and the book offers a history of each climb.
		Rock and Ice UK offer abseiling events, rock climbing, mountaineering, scrambling, snow and ice climbing courses for adults.
		Various snow and ice climbs in Britain are described in this book in a series of 60 essays.
	www.amazon.co.uk /exec/obidos/ASIN/0906371163 (555 words)

	Climbing Services
		It covers the full spectrum of rock climbing in southern Arizona: from the many diverse climbing areas such as the Santa Catalinas, Cochise's Stronghold, Baboquivari Peak, and Mendoza Canyon to the rich history of these areas.
		He is a rock-climbing guide, he replaces unsafe bolts and anchors, he puts up new routes, and he is the center of a local climbing group.
		He is an outspoken member of the local climbing community and is the perfect person for an interview: he has an opinion on virtually all aspects of climbing.
	www.climbaz.com /service/service.html (555 words)

	Clean climbing - Art History Online Reference and Guide
		Clean climbing is a style of rock climbing that avoids damage to the rock by eschewing the drilling of bolts and the hammering of pitons.
		Clean climbing is the preferred style of climbing in most parts of the United Kingdom ; British climbers tolerate bolts and pitons on only a few cliffs.
		Clean climbing - Your Art History Reference Guide!
	www.arthistoryclub.com /art_history/Clean_climbing (555 words)

	Piton - Art History Online Reference and Guide
		In climbing, a piton is a steel spike that is driven into a crack or seam in the rock with a hammer, and which acts as an anchor to protect the climber against the consequences of a fall, or to assist progress in aid climbing.
		But the repeated hammering and extraction of pitons damages the rock, and climbers who subscribe to the ethic of clean climbing eschew their use.
		Pitons were the original equipment for protection and there are still times when nothing else will do.
	www.arthistoryclub.com /art_history/Piton (555 words)

	Draft Climbing Management Plan
		Rock climbing and other recreational pursuits are to be managed in a manner that ensures that they do not cause degradation or conflict with the intended purposes of the park.
		This same volume traces some of the early history of climbing in the park back to the 1940's.
		Climbing activity then moved to the cliffs on the western side of the mountain around Sunset Rock.
	www.nps.gov /chch/cmp/draftcmp.htm (3919 words)

	A Christian Adventure Camp in California - Rock-N-Water - Staff, Work, Guide, and Employment Info
		Here are some things that our staff and volunteers do: guide white water rafting trips, top rope rock climbing, living history adventures, team building challenges, lead day hikes, backpacking trips, camp fire programs, cook, work, learn, grow, and most importantly: reach out and impact youth for Jesus Christ
		There is no experience required for this two week course (10 days of instruction) designed to provide students with the foundational skills and information necessary to become a class III white water guide, a top-rope climbing instructor, and to work in outdoor ministry.
		Follow these pages for information on jobs at Rock N Water; Summer work, spring work, and on seeking employment at Rock-N-Water, a Christian Adventure Camp in California, with adventure trips running Spring through Summer.
	www.rocknwater.com /work/guideschool.htm (343 words)

	Mars Exploration Rovers Update: Opportunity Finds Iron Meteorite as Spirit Finds Peace
		Once rover completed her study of the debris, she turned her attention to a pitted rock the size of a basketball that was just about 20 feet [6 meters] to the north of the main heat shield piece.
		"We went [to the area] to study the heat shield of course and we actually spent a couple of days studying the heat shield before we even realized there was a rock there," Squyres elaborated.
		The rover has been encountering many rock obstacles and patches of soft sand that are causing her to either slip or dig in.
	planetary.org /news/2005/mer-update_0121.html (343 words)

	Compare Prices and Read Reviews on Enchanted Rock State Natural Area at Epinions.com
		Fredricksburg is a quaint town about 45 minutes northwest of San Antonio, and is a place worth visiting even if you are not up for outdoor challenges of rock climbing.
		Enchanted Rock State Natural Area is centered around a 500' granite dome, and is an interesting place for its geological and archaeological history.
		I have been to the rock during the summer, and it was just too hot for all the members of our group to make it to the top.
	www.epinions.com /trvl-review-44F2-23825776-39F4F530-prod3 (343 words)

	Rock Climbing in New Zealand
		Our aim is to provide the best climbing information in a fast efficient manner while promoting all aspects of climbing and its history in New Zealand.
		This climbing site started in 1999 and during its history it has continued to increase in popularity to become the site of choice for many.
		Climb New Zealand provides rock climbing, sportclimbing, bouldering and general information relating to the sport.
	www.climb.co.nz (271 words)

	Climbing guidebook - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
		Guidebooks are important to the culture of climbing, transmitting history and stories down through the ages, and delineating what is considered good style in a particular area.
		Climbing guidebooks are used by rock climbers to find the location of climbing routes at crags or on mountains.
		Guidebooks are often self-published by the author, and may be available only in the local climbing shop.
	en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Climbing_guidebook (271 words)

	Compare Prices and Read Reviews on Enchanted Rock State Natural Area at Epinions.com
		Fredricksburg is a quaint town about 45 minutes northwest of San Antonio, and is a place worth visiting even if you are not up for outdoor challenges of rock climbing.
		Enchanted Rock State Natural Area is centered around a 500' granite dome, and is an interesting place for its geological and archaeological history.
		I have been to the rock during the summer, and it was just too hot for all the members of our group to make it to the top.
	www.epinions.com /trvl-review-44F2-23825776-39F4F530-prod3 (553 words)

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