It’s been the deadliest mountain climbing season in history, and it’s not over. With the tragedies on Mount Rainier in Washington and Nepal, one question remains: Why do they do it? Why do people ...

Few outdoor adventures offer the payoff rock climbing does — a screensaver-worthy shot from a summit, along with a story you’ll never tire of telling. The boasting and epic views are rewards for years ...

Many of us have felt the infectious joy of seeing Alysa Liu deliver her Olympic performance without the overwhelming pressure or the weight of a gold medal on the line. How did she do it? What lessons ...

In principle, the mountaineer’s work is simple: “To win the game he has first to reach the mountain’s summit,” said George Mallory, who took part in Britain’s first three attempts on Everest in the ...

Climbing mountains and facing cancer are similar in ways. I discovered the sport of mountain climbing by accident. Living in the Pacific Northwest, I was surrounded by glorious peaks of all kinds and ...

Have you ever climbed a mountain? It is not an impossible task for many, but it is still an uncommon achievement. It’s something that I’ve always wanted to do, but I’ve never had the opportunity nor ...

Cumberland Mountain is an accessible and friendly mountain and is a wonderful walk for hikers of all abilities – including out-of-town visitors. Located west of Durango in the La Plata Mountains, ...

It’s been the deadliest mountain climbing season in history, and it’s not over. With the tragedies on Mt. Rainier in Washington and Nepal, one question remains: Why do they do it? Why do people ...