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	Mount Elbrus - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
		Mount Elbrus (Russian: Эльбрус) is a peak located in the western Caucasus mountains, in Russia, near the border of Georgia.
		The Soviet Union encouraged ascents of Elbrus, and in 1956 it was climbed en masse by 400 mountaineers to mark the 400th anniversary of the incorporation of Kabardino-Balkaria, the Autonomous Soviet Socialist Republic in which Elbrus was located.
		Mount Elbrus should not be confused with the Alborz (also called Elburz) mountains in Iran, which also derive their name from the legendary mountain Harā Bərəzaitī in Persian mythology.
	en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Mount_Elbrus (775 words)

	EO Newsroom: New Images - Mt. Elbrus, Caucasus Range
		Elbrus, the summit of the Caucasus Mountains, is located in southern Russia just north of the Georgian border, and is distinguished as Europe’s highest peak (5642 m).
		Elbrus is also an ancient volcano, although it has not erupted for nearly 2000 years.
		Elbrus is located west of the recent glacier slide on Mt.
	earthobservatory.nasa.gov /Newsroom/NewImages/images.php3?img_id=10817 (195 words)

	Mt Elbrus region (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-09-17)
		The Elbrus Region (Prielbrusie) is the name often given to a section of the Caucasus extending from the western foothills of Mount Elbrus to the Chegem valley in the east.
		The Elbrus Region is a border zone between Russia and Georgia and foreigners require a permit to be in any area south of the Baksan.
		Mount Elbrus is the two headed cone of a dormant volcano.
	www.geographicbureau.com /Caucasus/Russia/elbrus_region.htm (2617 words)

	Unique Facts-Europe-Mount Elbrus
		Mount Elbrus is a peak located in the western Caucasus mountains, in Russia, near the border of Georgia.
		The Soviet Union encouraged ascents of Elbrus, and in 1956 it was climbed en masse by 400 mountaineers to mark the 400th anniversary of the annexation of Kabardino-Balkaria, the Autonomous Soviet Socialist Republic in which Elbrus was located.
		Mount Elbrus should not be confused with the Alborz (also called Elburz) mountains in Iran.
	www.sheppardsoftware.com /Europeweb/factfile/Unique-facts-Europe5.htm (576 words)

	Mount ELBRUS - Skiing Elbrus. Elbrus expeditions, Elbrus climbing, skiing in Russia
		The Mount Elbrus ski area is located on Europe's highest mountain and was traditionally the preferred ski retreat of the Soviet elite.
		On Mount Elbrus the lifts are cheap ($2 per lift) and a ski cat tow to 4700 metres in winter and 5100 metres in summer is offered as an alternative when fixed lifts are not operational.
		The Elbrus cable car is a full 2500m in length and ascends from the "Azau" village to "Stary Krugozor" over an initial 650m.
	www.russianadventures.ru /elbrus/tour_ski_about.shtml (637 words)

	SummitPost - Mount Elbrus -- Climbing, Hiking & Mountaineering
		Mount Elbrus is the highest peak in Europe, and one of the Seven Summits.
		Though Elbrus is the highest summit in Europe, it is one of the technically easiest of the higher peaks on the continent.
		Elbrus may not be that rugged of a mountain, but that is not the case with all the surrounding peaks!
	www.summitpost.org /mountain/rock/150255/mount-elbrus.html (2633 words)

	Mount Elbrus Region
		Elbrus itself is a huge volcanic cone that lies several km.
		The volcanic cone of Elbrus itself is covered by an ice cap of about 140 sq.km.
		Among the most significant glaciers flowing from Elbrus are: Bolshoi (Greater) Azau (area 23 sq.km, 9.28 km long), Malyi (Small) Azau (8.49 sq.km, 7.58 km long), Garabashi (5 sq.km, 4.09km long), Terskol (7.56 sq.km, 7.02 km long), Irik (10.19 sq.km, 9.31 km long), Irikchat (1.79 sq.km, 2.67 km long).
	www.kilimanjaro.cc /elbrus2.htm (673 words)

	ElbrusNews
		On Elbrus, many of the 16 deaths this season were snow boarders and skiers that came unprepared for the climate.
		Mount Elbrus has two summits connected by a saddle; the first summit seen from this view is the east summit at 18,422 feet.
		The ski areas at Terskol and on Elbrus are in rural areas, and cows were free to roam along the roads.
	www.teamstraydogs.com /ElbrusNews.htm (6216 words)

	Mount Elbrus guided climbing expedition in the Caucuses Mountains of Russia
		Mt. Elbrus (5,643 meters) is situated in the Central Caucuses of southwestern Russia.
		The highest summit on the continent of Europe, Elbrus is a heavily glaciated peak with permanent snow and glaciers covering all aspects.
		The terrain on Elbrus is exclusively on snow and glaciers, while training climbs in the region are on rough trails with much off-trail terrain.
	www.themountainschool.com /expedition_elbrus.html (1853 words)

	Mount Elbrus - Search Results - MSN Encarta (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-09-17)
		Mount Elbrus - Search Results - MSN Encarta
		Mount Elbrus, mountain, southern European Russia, just north of the border with Georgia.
		Elbrus is the highest summit of the Caucasus Mountains and...
	uk.encarta.msn.com /Mount_Elbrus.html (113 words)

	About Mount Elbrus Russia
		Mount Elbrus (meaning twin peaks) located in the western Caucasus mountains, in Kabardino-Balkaria, Russia, near the border of Georgia.
		Elbrus is a world class skiing and climbing destination.
		There are hundreds of people climbing Mt. Elbrus every year in attempt that is not technically difficult, but physically challenging because of the high elevation, permanent icecap and strong winds.
	www.elbrusphoto.com /about.htm (274 words)

	Elbrus Tour
		The climb of Mt. Elbrus is long and strenuous.
		Four-hour bus ride (4 hrs.) to a mountain lodge in the Baksan valley near the foothills of Mt. Elbrus.
		Reserve day for climbing Elbrus (in case of bad weather) or descent to the Baksan valley if we climb the summit.
	geocities.com /elbrustrips (945 words)

	NovoLog :: Peaks and Poles Challenge
		He is on his way to become the first person in the world who is living with diabetes to climb the tallest mountain on every continent and trek to the North and South poles.
		Mount Everest is the highest mountain in the world with an elevation of 29,035 feet(8,850 meters).
		The difficulties of climbing Mount Everest are extreme and legendary.
	www.peaksandpoles.com /current.asp (471 words)

	Elbrus
		But Mt Elbrus in the Caucasus, at 5,633 m (18,481 ft), is 835 metres higher.
		It is in theory possible to climb to the very top of Mount Elbrus on touring skis, and to ski down.
		Elbrus Ski Tour 1999 was organised by HKE Jagged Globe, 45 Mowbray Street, Sheffield S3 8EN, UK (tel: +44 114 276 3322, fax: +44 114 276 3344).
	natives.ifyouski.com /Technique/Touring/Elbrus (383 words)

	Elbrus climbing facts and region info
		Two main Mt. Elbrus summits are about 11 km (6.8 miles) to the North from the Main Range, inside European territory.
		It is not simple to reach Georgia from Elbrus area by car because one must go through one of three border guard posts.
		While you are in Elbrus area (all territory higher than Elbrus village) you must have this permission.
	www.elbrus.org /eng1/elbrus_facts.htm (1665 words)

	Only sky proves limit for ‘mountain men’ (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-09-17)
		MOUNT ELBRUS, Russia -- First Lt. Mark Uberuaga (left) and Capt. Rob Marshall proudly display the American flag after reaching the summit of Mount Elbrus.
		Mount Elbrus has very deep crevasses, some more than 100 feet deep, so it is important to know how to work around them and how to deal with accidents, the captain said.
		Once they had climbed for two hours, they put their skis on their backs and continued the climb wearing crampons, which are very sharp steel teeth attached to the boots.
	www.af.mil /news/story_print.asp?storyID=123011347 (1346 words)

	Mount Elbrus Guided Climbing Expedition with Alpine Ascents International
		Elbrus is a large, double-coned volcano, whose twin summits vary by about 65 feet.
		Elbrus is a premier ascent for aspiring climbers who wish to test their skills at increasing altitude.
		Elbrus at 18,510’ is an extreme, high altitude climb.
	www.alpineascents.com /elbrus.asp (1013 words)

	ISTC - Glacier shift can even happen on mount Elbrus
		The researchers studied the Kukurtli and Ullukam glaciers, situated in the west and southwest sectors of the base of the Elbrus, and reconstructed the previous movements of these glaciers, which had left their tracks in the relief.
		They supposed that the hilly plain running along the River Ullikhurzuk was formed as a result of a combination of a rock-ice landslide and the rapid shift of the Kukurtli glacier, which carried blocks of rock over a 10km distance.
		The researchers assume that it is quite possible that such events could occur on Mount Elbrus in the future.
	www.istc.ru /istc/sc.nsf/news/russian-science-news-glacier-shift-can-even-happen-on-mount-elbrus.htm (284 words)

	Icicle Mountaineering: Mount Elbrus 5642m Expedition, Russian Caucasus
		Today is the scheduled date for the summit attempt on the higher West peak of Mount Elbrus (5,642m), technically the highest peak in Europe, and so one of the seven summits.
		The main cause of climbers not summiting Elbrus is their poor schedule of acclimatisation.
		Whilst the primary objective of the expedition is obviously the summit of Elbrus, we also place significant focus on teaching you key mountaineering and safety skills.
	www.icicle-mountaineering.ltd.uk /elbrus.shtml (1867 words)

	Mount Elbrus Expedition - English (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-09-17)
		Elbrus is located on the border between Russia and Georgia in the Caucasus mountain range.
		The name "elbrus" comes from Persian and means "two summits" Elbrus is the highest mountain in Europe and there is more then 10 summits in the caucasus mountain range that is higher then the previous highest peak of Europe, mont blanc.
		Now at age 23, he is departing for Elbrus today, after compleating this mountain, he will wait until december to compleate the 2 remaining peaks, Antarticas mount vinston and South americas aconcagua.
	www.elbrus.org.uk (1638 words)

	Elbrus Climb with International Mountain Guides
		Our two-week expedition is a great way to climb Mt. Elbrus (18,841'), Europe's tallest mountain, and to see some of Russia.
		Good training terrain is available near by and we'll make use of it while acclimatizing and preparing for our attempt on Elbrus.
		Summit day on Elbrus is STRENUOUS but not very difficult technically.
	www.mountainguides.com /elbrus.shtml (391 words)

	Mount Elbrus Photos - Peakware World Mountain Encyclcopedia
		Moun Elbrus (Central Caucasus), 5642 m Photo was made at 12 August, 1998 (three days before the fire at "Priyut Odinnadtsati" hotel) from the south slope (approx.
		Mount Elbrus seen from the Diesel Hut (Priyut), July 2004.
		Mount Elbrus and monument to World War 2 Russian soldiers who died defending it (on the foreground).
	www.peakware.com /photos.html?pk=1059 (239 words)

	Mount Elbrus Guided Climbing Expedition with Alpine Ascents International
		As the highest peak in Europe, Elbrus is a premier ascent for aspiring climbers who wish to test their skills at increasing altitude.
		Elbrus expedition is very demanding logistically and we offer several key elements that separate our climb from other outfitters (see below).
		Recent Elbrus guides include famed mountaineers Todd Burleson, Vernon Tejas, and Dave Morton, While many other outfitters are little more than a "one man show," all of our trips are led by professional mountaineers with great flexibility in guide staff, full-time office support, logistics and access and information for other great climbs around the world.
	www.alpineascents.com /elbrus-why-climb.asp (583 words)

	Programs on Elbrus (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-09-17)
		Elbrus lies north of the main Caucasus Chain - a range which is almost 1000 miles long and has a heavily glaciated central section with several summits rising above 5000m.
		You will climb Mount Kazbek, one of the highest and the most beautiful peaks in Georgia and Mount Elbrus, a twin-peaked highest summit in Russia and in Europe.
		Trip requirement are the same as for standard Mount Kazbek climb and/or 15 days Mount Elbrus climb.
	www.geographicbureau.com /Caucasus/Russia/prog_elbrus.htm (436 words)

	Mount Elbrus ascent
		On Mount Elbrus we use a cable car to take us to a height of 3800m, here we will stay in huts and/or camp at the former site of the Priut 11 Hut (4200m) using a mess tent for meals or stay in the Diesel Hut nearby.
		The Elbrus area has so far been totally unaffected by terrorist activities and at present we expect to continue running trips here as we have done for the last twelve years.
		Throughout the spring and in summer EWP staff are based at a hotel located in the forested Baksan Valley at the foot of Mount Elbrus.
	www.ewpnet.com /mtelbdos.htm (676 words)

	Elbrus
		Elbrus may be attempted by any strong mountain walker who is familiar with the use of an ice axe and crampons.
		Nevertheless it is important to remember that it is a mountain of almost Himalayan proportions and goodacclimatisation is essential.
		Most first time visitors to Caucasus are keen to ascend Mount Elbrus, 5642m, Europe's highest mountain.
	www.ewpnet.com /Mtelbrus.htm (351 words)

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