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When planning a rock-climbing trip in the USA, most people will head to the world famous climbing areas: Yosemite, Joshua Tree, Moab, Bishop. But if you’re looking to travel somewhere where outdoor tourism can have a positive impact on the local community, then Central Appalachia should be top of your list.

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Climb and travel responsibly: 6 tips for a low-impact climbing holiday

Another great way to practice responsible tourism is to connect with local climbers. Although there is a lot of research one can find on the internet prior to a trip, there is no substitute for having a local community member help you navigate the policies, culture, and landscape in this new location.

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Exploring the unexplored: Sicily, the hidden heaven for climbers

I have fallen in love with the white wines from the region ever since I visited Rome last year. However, I have never thought I would be visiting Sicily as a climber and not just a typical tourist.

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Senegal is one of the most forward-thinking and stable countries in West Africa.

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Rock climbing in Canada: British Columbia's wild side

‍Sometimes it can be hard to get to the bottom of what makes an area special, especially when talking about the more well-known climbing destinations.

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Last but not least - Brocchi sui Blocchi project

If you started climbing after the age of 20, you probably know the feeling of absurd happiness when finishing your first routes at the gym

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Climbing injury prevention: how to train before a climbing trip

The last couple of weeks prior to a departure is a crucial time in terms of your performance during the trip as well as a vulnerable time as you risk an unwanted and badly timed injury.

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The birth of climbing in Jamaica: a new Climbing Big-Bang in the Caribbean

Although I was expecting Jamaica to have suitable rock formations for climbing I knew developing them would not be easy.

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How to raise a rock climbing community: what does it take?

Francesco Guerra, local climber and Professional Photographer, tell us what does it takes to create and feed Southern Italy's rock-climbing community.

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How to explore with low impact - Interview with Arnaud Petit

Arnaud is well known for his little adventure on his backyard when he climbed "Black Bean" on traditional gear in Ceüse.

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Central Appalachia: The best up-and-coming climbing destination in the USA?

Climb and travel responsibly: 6 tips for a low-impact climbing holiday

Exploring the unexplored: Sicily, the hidden heaven for climbers

Climbing in Africa: exploring Senegal

Rock climbing in Canada: British Columbia's wild side

Last but not least - Brocchi sui Blocchi project

Climbing injury prevention: how to train before a climbing trip

The birth of climbing in Jamaica: a new Climbing Big-Bang in the Caribbean

How to raise a rock climbing community: what does it take?

How to explore with low impact - Interview with Arnaud Petit

Our climbing stories

Central Appalachia: The best up-and-coming climbing destination in the USA?

Climb and travel responsibly: 6 tips for a low-impact climbing holiday

The Climbing Initiative

Exploring the unexplored: Sicily, the hidden heaven for climbers

Sea Piyatas

Climbing in Africa: exploring Senegal

Alessia Fontanari

Rock climbing in Canada: British Columbia's wild side

Faustine Wheeler

Last but not least - Brocchi sui Blocchi project

Brocchi sui Blocchi

Climbing injury prevention: how to train before a climbing trip

Cristiano Costa

The birth of climbing in Jamaica: a new Climbing Big-Bang in the Caribbean

Juan Luis Toribio Vazquez

How to raise a rock climbing community: what does it take?

Andrea Palazzi

How to explore with low impact - Interview with Arnaud Petit

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