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Monday, 30 January 2006
The ultimate and challenging "Adventure Racing South Africa" will kick off on February 5 at Mount Rozier Estate, Sir Lowry’s Pass. The Adventure Race is a series of competitions that will be held throug
hout the year. Disciplines include mountain biking, hiking, abseiling, kloofing, swimming, kayaking, navigating, rock climbing, horse riding and every imaginable sport that the organizers can think of throwing at the participants. However, this is not just about the best athletes, but the best teamwork.
Teams will race in groups of two. The first event is the 1st Quantum Adventure Sprint Race that will compose of 20 km of Mountain Biking, 6 km trail run with natural obstacles, water leg with tubes and a bag race. Registration will be on the day of the event itself but pre-registration is also available. Succeeding races will compose of different disciplines and might get difficult with each race. The event is sponsored by First Ascent, Salomon, Ram Mountaineering, Abseil Africa, Cycle Lab and Franschoek Vineyards.
Also, there will be an Adventure Race Training Weekend on Feb. 17 to 19 at Eikenhof Lapas, Eikenhof Dam, Grabouw. In this training weekend, participants will learn altimeter and compass navigation on foot and bike, foot care, water crossings, team dynamics and more. For more details on the training weekend and the Adventure Races, log on to www.quantumadventures.co.za/index.php.
Friday, 20 January 2006A series of clinics and events will be held at REI Manhattan Beach, California. What's more, the classes are free and do not require any registration at all. Everyone who's interested in rock climbing or who's simply curious about it can simply attend the classes on the following dates:
Mt. Whitney Clinic (Wednesday, January 25th, 7:00 PM)
Interested in discovering wha t the highest peak in the continental US has to offer? Did you know that February is the only month in which you can apply for permits for the Mt. Whitney Trail? These questions and many more will be addressed as an REI Expert discusses the basics of preparing for Mt. Whitney, including how to apply for the permit, routes, navigation, conditioning, nutrition, supplies, gear and apparel.
Canyoneering Chronicles - The Legend Speaks (Thursday, January 26th, 6:30 PM)
All clinics will be held at REI Manhattan Beach 1800 Rosecrans Ave Manhattan Beach, CA 90266 (310) 727-0728 Southern Utah Wilderness Alliance Slideshow (SUWA) Join Steve Allen and the Southern Utah Wilderness Alliance for a spectacular slideshow highlighting the art and beauty of technical slot canyoneering in Utah's redrock country. Steve is a well-known backcountry explorer and author of the Utah Canyoneering guidebook series. SUWA will also have a raffle drawing for outdoor equipment at $5.00 a ticket. Donations are gratefully accepted! All proceeds benefit the Southern Utah Wilderness Alliance. Visit www.suwa.org for more details.
Winter Backcountry Travel and Safety (Tuesday, January 31st 7:00 PM Manhattan Beach)
Sierra Mountain Center's SP Parker will expand your winter backcountry options discussing basics such as modes of snow travel: skis vs. snowshoes, crampons and ice axe use, clothing, and equipment for a day trip. You'll also hear pointers on recognizing avalanche terrain, route selection and avalanche equipment. Tuesday, January 31st 7:00 PM Manhattan Beach.
Micheal Reardon: No Strings Attached! (Tuesday, February 7th 6:30 PM)
Michael Reardon is one of today's leading free solo rock climbers - that's no rope, no net! In a single day, Michael has soloed as many as 280 routes at Joshua Tree, 150 pitches at Tahquitz, and 50 pitch marathons in the Needles, Sierras and as far away as Ireland. Michael has pushed the grade as high as 5.13 and consistently solos a "vertical mile" when he climbs. These climbing feats have garnered attention over the past few years, but recently Michael shocked the climbing community again by soloing The Palisade Traverse (VI 5.9) in a single 22 hour push, and on-sight soloing the 1,000 foot Romantic Warrior (V 5.12b).
Michael's slide show will provide a unique view into the training, discipline, and humorous side of what many consider the most serious of sports. So come out, enjoy the show, and earn a chance to win great prizes from Acopa and Metolius!
For more details on REI Manhattan Beach, visit www.rei.com/stores/manhattanbeach. REI Manhattan Beach is located at 1800 Rosecrans Ave Manhattan Beach, CA 90266 (310) 727-0728.
Wednesday, 18 January 2006
Everyone is invited to the Appalachian Mountain Club's (AMC) Summit 2006 on January 28 at the Hotel Waltham/Boston. Aside from the business meeting, nine workshops will be offered that will prove to be us
eful to every outdoor sports aficionado.
The following workshops will be offered:
- Lobbying for Conservation In this workshop, AMC Conservation Chair and Connecticut State Representative Jim O' Rourke will teach the significance of grassroots lobbying. Also, participants will learn how to contact officials, follow-up techniques and more.
- Mountain Watch: AMC Volunteers for Clean Air Participants will learn how to watch out for the health of the mountains through data collection. The data will be used to determine climate and air quality. Also, the data will be instrumental in improving ecological laws and awareness.
- Excerpts from Benedictus, A Film About, By and For New England Climbers Local filmmakers will present a documentary on the adventures of Tom Callaghan at the "Big Wall" section of Cannon.
- Go Global with AMC! Explore AMC's Major Excursions Program This workshop will show you the adventures around the world AMC has prepared for this year.
- Backcountry First Aid: An Introduction This practical and useful workshop will teach participants first aid in the backcountry. A hands-on practice and possible scenarios will be shown for better understanding.
- All About AMC's Maine Woods Initiative Details of AMC's land conservation strategy in Maine will be announced. A Q&A portion will be conducted with AMC's forest ecologist and Maine Woods Initiative Project leader.
- Discover the Beauty of Quebec in our National Parks to the North Awareness of outdoor sports opportunities in Quebec will be unveiled.
- Cooperative Conservation in the Majestic Mahoosucs An educational session about conservation work and partnership formation for land protection. AMC looks after land, recreational access and community economics of Mahoosucs region.
- "Stay Found" with the AMC With this workshop, the chances of getting lost when hiking or climbing is minimal. The workshop will include what to do if they get lost and how to educate children on safe hiking.
- On and Off the Trail…All the Way to Mount Everest Be wowed with Fred Stott's recount of his adventures and how he got to the Everest Base Camp and the summit of Mount Pumori. The recount will come from Fred's Book "On and Off The Trail (Seventy Years with the Appalachian Mountain Club)."
Monday, 16 January 2006
EMS (Eastern Mountain Sports) Climbing School teams up to give mountaineering aficionados the ultimate adventure line-up for 2006-2007 International Treks. Upcoming trek is the 10 Day Non-Technical Ascent o
f Mount Kilimanjaro (19,340 ft.) and 3 days on safari in Masai Mara Game Park.
The trip will be held on January 28 to February 11. Climbers will be treated to some of Africa’s wonders as they make their way to Mount Kilimanjaro. The climb will be strenuous but designed in a way as to make the climber used to the altitude and terrain as he/she makes his/her way up. Cost of the trip is $5428 per person and will include:
- International airport transfers
- Welcome dinner in Nairobi
- 2 Nights B/B Hotel in Nairobi (Hotel Boulevard, near the National Museum)
- Tents and group camping equipment during trek
- 3 meals daily during trek
- Full board in Moshi, Keys Hotel before and after trek
- Transportation to all locations visited, per itinerary
- Camping fees on Mt. Killimanjaro
- Head Guide with years of experience guiding Mt Killimanjaro
- Reliable portage staff
- Assistant guides and other staff as needed, like cooks and cook boys
- Safe drinking water
- Group medical kit
- Mount Killimanjaro park fee.
- Park rescue fees (this is required to enter the park by the Tanzania government)
- Full board during safari, either in tented camp or lodge
- Entrance fees to enter the Masai Mara National Game Park
- Guided safari in mini van with open roof viewing
Friday, 13 January 2006
Registration for the 6th Annual AdventureXstream Race Series is now open and quickly filling up. The series is designed to challenge the all-around athlete with a combination of different sports such as Mountain Bi
king, Paddling, Trekking, Inline Skating, Navigation and Rope Skills. It is not required to be an expert in these skills.
Also, participants must be ready to take on red rock canyon lands, deserts, alpine meadows and Rocky Mountain tundra.
The schedule for the series are the following: the 12 Hour race which takes place in Moab on March 25, the 12 & 24 Hour race in Durango on June 10 to 11, The Sprint, 12 Hour & 24 Hour in Breckenridge on July 22 to 23, the Sprint & 12 Hour in Vail on September 9 and the Xstream Expedition in Moab on October 5 to 8.
Teams must accumulate all the points they can during the series. The points from the four races will be vital for the Series Championship. There are only three categories to choose from. Those who choose to go solo can only compete in 3 out of 5 races while teams must compete in a minimum of 2 races to be eligible for the championship. More than $35,000 will be given away in cash prizes.
For more details and to register, visit www.gravityplay.com.
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