By Sarah Zerkel in Ice Climbing
If you live in Alaska and are even remotely connected to the outdoor community, you’re aware that Valdez has some of the most fantastic ice climbing there is. So, as someone who’s recently had my first addicting taste of digging tools into the ice, Valdez zoomed straight to the top of my “gotta get there” […]
By Ben Markhart in Backcountry Skiing, Hot Springs, Ice Climbing, Paddling, Skiing, Snowboarding, Whitewater
Sandwiched between the continental divide and a spectacular array of 13- and 14,000-foot mountains, Summit County boasts the highest elevation stretch of I-70 as it crosses central Colorado. With four world-class ski resorts, multiple 14ers, one of the main headwaters of the Colorado River, and an endless amount of alpine terrain, there is a reason […]
By Ben Markhart in Backcountry Skiing, Ice Climbing, Mountaineering
Even if you’re the type that prefers touring secluded glades and alpine objectives to designer ski suits and 40-minute lift lines, believe it or not, the Vail Valley has plenty to offer. It’s easy to get distracted by the glitzy international resort. With over 5000 acres of terrain and a village chalk full of every […]