Understanding Crevasses: A Glacier Travel Primer for New Mountaineers
Crevasses are one of the primary hazards in glacier travel. Understanding how they form and where they concentrate is where safety starts.
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Emergency Bivouac: How to Survive an Unplanned Night in the Mountains
You planned to be home before dark. The mountain had other ideas. Here is how to survive the night when that happens.
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Mountain Weather: How to Read the Sky Before It Reads You
Weather is a contributing factor in most mountain accidents. Learning to read the sky is a skill that pays for itself quickly.
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Altitude Sickness: What It Actually Feels Like and How to Prevent It
AMS hits experienced climbers and complete beginners alike. Understanding what is happening in your body changes how you respond to it.
