David Lama Claims First Ascent of Lunag Ri Near Everest. Alone
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HAPE: The Number One Killer in the High Alpine
High Alpine Pulmonary Edema (HAPE) is a life-threatening ailment and the number…
Friday Fun: Yeti Hunting Declassified by US Government
When thinking of the Himalayas, Everest and mountain climbing often come to…
How Altitude Sickness Becomes Deadly
Hiking at Altitude. Image: Telluride If you ski, snowboard, or climb at…
All About HAPE: The Most Fatal Altitude Sickness
High altitude pulmonary edema, or HAPE, is the most deadly type of…
Trip Report: Mt. Shasta, CA via Casaval Ridge
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Italian Climber Killed by Falling Ice on Gasherbrum IV | Third Karakoram Death this Summer
There is once again sad news from the Northern Pakistan Mountains, with…
