Climbing is more than just scaling rocks; it’s about conquering challenges, fostering togetherness, and discovering the joy of being in the moment. For the Lee family, climbing became the perfect family activity that brought them closer and allowed them to establish daily routines that were both exciting and fulfilling. A […]
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Nestled in the heart of the American Southwest in Utah, Zion National Park and near the border of northern Arizona, Coal Mine Canyon, and Monument Valley offer travelers a captivating journey through stunning landscapes and natural wonders. Recently, my husband and I embarked on a short but unforgettable trip to […]
Climbing, with its promise of adventure, physical challenge, and camaraderie, has become an irresistible draw for individuals looking to add excitement to their lives. Recently, I had the pleasure of interviewing Aimee and her husband Jodie Capps for www.RockClimbingForWomen.com. They are a dynamic couple whose journey into climbing sheds light […]
Even though this is a Rock Climbing for Women website, the content and rock climbing are not exclusive only to women. We invite and encourage everyone who loves climbing or is interested in trying. The rock-climbing community is filled with amazing and thoughtful individuals. Climbing is a fun activity with […]
In the world of rock climbing, age is just a number. Meet Marilyn Pratt, a remarkable woman I recently had the pleasure of meeting through RockClimbingForWomen.com. Presently 71-1/2, Marilyn embarked on a passionate rock-climbing journey just a little more than one year ago. Her story is nothing short of inspiring […]
Stone Climbing in St Augustine Name: Stone Climbing – Saint Augustine Climbing Company, LLC Website: www.stoneclimbing.com Price: $18/ day pass Owners: Eric Hires and JT (John Thousand) Overall Rank: 5 out of 5 stars from Google Reviews Stone Climbing Gym Overview Stone Climbing Gym is located at 115 Strongway Court, […]
While climbing at Aiguille and coaching two engaging women climbers, I met an inspirational woman climber. It is not often I will meet an older woman rock climbing. In general, the climbers I meet are in their twenties to maybe forties. I rarely meet a woman over 60 who climbs […]
This is our second trip of Red River Gorge climbing. The common name called by climbers is “The Red”. This time we took advantage of the three-day weekend for Memorial Day. The first trip was on Labor day weekend. We flew and stayed at Linda Largo’s Cabin in a campsite […]
Over a year ago, I injured my fingers in climbing. I don’t remember exactly when I injured it. I just remembered the uncomfortable feeling. It didn’t seem to hurt. However, the right-hand knuckle of my index finger was swollen. Being stubborn and ignoring the different discomforting signs, I kept on […]
I have been climbing for at least eight years and mostly indoor. I have stumbled across a few injuries along the way. I pulled a muscle in my leg by doing a weird move. That injury healed nicely after a few months. I had a tennis elbow injury that lasted […]
This was hands down my best-organized trip ever for rock climbing outdoor adventure. It was compacted into a 3-day weekend. To be honest, it was my very first rock climbing for women ONLY trip ever. My past organized trips had been with mixed companies. This article is about a climbing […]
This is an article of appreciation, relishing the moment of what life has to offer, and accepting the contribution of my loved ones who went the extra mile to show how much they love me. What an amazing weekend learning at Fox Mountain Guides and Climbing School. My husband planned […]
Summer Olympics 2020, in Tokyo, is around the corner. Rock Climbing will make the first debut. The dates are from July 24 to August 9, 2020. Rock climbing will include three disciplines of competitive climbing: bouldering, lead, and speed. For sport climbing at the 2020 Summer Olympics, forty (40) spots […]
Earth Treks Golden Review My family and I visited cousins in Arrowhead, Colorado the beginning of January 2020. Our primary focus was skiing in Beaver Creek or Vail. However, rock climbing was always in the back of my brain. We flew into Denver and drove to Arrowhead. On our way […]
Before I visited cousins in Arrowhead, Colorado for the New Year 2020, I didn’t know anything about Eldorado Canyon. When discussing what to do on our last day before we fly out, I heard the words “climbing outdoor.” Those words turned my head quickly to say “What!?!?”. Is that possible […]