by altandy | Sep 26, 2017 | Uncategorized
written by Jennifer Halley I climbed a route earlier this week, a 5.10c, that had been set by a tall guy with long arms. The route only utilized pocket holds and actually ended up being a lot of fun, albeit challenging, and I was able to flash it first try. But I...
by altandy | Aug 9, 2017 | Uncategorized
written by Jennifer Halley I was camping with some friends a few weekends ago in a secluded area up near Detroit Lake and as we were setting up camp and getting settled we noticed a pile of trash and shards of glass in the fire pit. As we cleaned it up, tossing it in...
by altandy | Apr 5, 2017 | Uncategorized
written by Jennifer Halley If you’re anything like me, the last few months of cold rainy days has you anxiously awaiting warmer weather. We’ve had a few sneak peaks over the last few weeks of the sun making its show so I promise: spring is coming. And with the arrival...
by altandy | Mar 8, 2017 | Uncategorized
written by Jennifer Halley I’m sure that by now many of you have sent some problems at The Rock Boxx, Salem’s first bouldering gym, which opened last October. Even the dirtbag climbers need a place to train during the Willamette Valley’s rainy winter. If you haven’t...
by altandy | Jul 12, 2016 | Uncategorized
written by Conor Foley The clues for this month’s Trail Seekers event led to the destination of Drift Creek Falls in the Coast Range near Lincoln City. This hike delivers a big reward for a short drive and an easy hike. Not only are you treated with a wonderful...
by altandy | Jun 28, 2016 | Uncategorized
written by Kelly Bauer I remember the specific moment I knew I wanted to climb mountains. Standing at the Mt. Hebo viewpoint I could see the Cascade range in all her glory. Something changed. I stood there long enough that I had to run to catch up with my friends who...
