Ice Ice Beta Aaron Gerry

Christian Beckwith has spent more than thirty years immersed in the world of alpinism, and in that time he edited The American Alpine Journal, co-founded Alpinist Magazine, and recently started a “hardcore history” book and podcast project about the 10th Mountain Division.

Jackson Yip is an atmospheric researcher by training who specializes in cloud-microphysics as well as a deeply passionate climber and alpinist who has coupled his interests in a myriad of ways.

It’s rare to find American-made climbing companies, especially ones that produce technical apparel. That's what makes NW Alpine so distinct.

The Adirondack Queer Ice Fest is a no-cost ice climbing festival solely dedicated to the LGBTQ+ outdoor community.

Jon's journey into drytooling began with a quest for mental healing. The discipline has become more than a tool for therapy though, in his words, “It’s a passion, a lifestyle, and a path to personal growth”. He's now working on an outdoor drytooling venue.

The Scottish Dry-Tooling Club has been called the developmental model of the future, a rolling circus... and bonkers, by various authorities. But what is the organization, how does it work, and why has it been so successful in just a few short years?